Senior Lighting Designer: Craft Cutting-Edge Live Visuals

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 46,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic and innovative work env.

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a forward-thinking leader in the East London arts and entertainment sector to hire a Senior Lighting Designer. You will conceptualize and implement lighting designs for theatre, concerts, corporate events and live performances, collaborating with directors, set designers, and technical teams.

The role demands a strong portfolio, proficiency in Vectorworks or WYSIWYG and lighting consoles, and a keen eye for color theory and electrical knowledge.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years as a Lighting Designer with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in Vectorworks or WYSIWYG and control consoles.
• Deep knowledge of stage lighting equipment, electricity, and color theory.
• Experience in designing for theatre, concerts, and live events.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design lighting concepts and create technical drawings, including plot plans, cue sheets, and equipment specifications.
• Select appropriate lighting fixtures, equipment, and control systems based on project requirements and budget.
• Oversee the installation, focusing, and programming of lighting systems for various productions.
• Collaborate with directors, set designers, and other creative personnel to achieve the desired aesthetic and mood.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to lighting equipment during rehearsals and performances.
• Stay current with advancements in lighting technology, software, and design trends.

Skills

Artistic vision

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

Vectorworks

WYSIWYG

Control consoles

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a forward-thinking leader in the East London arts and entertainment sector to hire a Senior Lighting Designer. You will conceptualize and implement lighting designs for theatre, concerts, corporate events and live performances, collaborating with directors, set designers, and technical teams.

The role demands a strong portfolio, proficiency in Vectorworks or WYSIWYG and lighting consoles, and a keen eye for color theory and electrical knowledge.