Show Lighting Technician

United Parks & Resorts, Inc.; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park admission

Park discounts on tickets

Discounts on food and merchandise

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Giveaways

Job summary

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment’s Busch Gardens Williamsburg is seeking a Seasonal Show Lighting Technician to join the Theatrical Services team. You will operate and maintain Show Product lighting and video, coordinating with production and operations to achieve goals while supporting contractors.

You should have 2 years of professional lighting experience, familiarity with ETC EOS consoles, and a collaborative, safety‑minded approach.

Qualifications

• Requires 2 years of professional technical entertainment lighting experience (preferred).
• Education in Technical Theatre or Theatre Arts preferred.
• Experience with ETC EOS family lighting consoles and show control networking desirable.

Responsibilities

• Execute operation and maintenance of Show Product lighting and/or video.
• Collaborate with Theatrical Services, Production, and Show Operations teams.
• Work with outside contractors and assist in installation/removal of lighting equipment.
• Follow safety guidelines and park/department timelines.

Skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Multitasking

Collaboration

Education

Associates or BA in Technical Theatre

Tools

ETC EOS family consoles

ArtNet

sACn

Robe moving lights

Vari-Lite moving lights

Job description

## Show Lighting TechnicianApplylocations: Busch Gardens Williamsburgtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR134272**SEASONAL POSITION**Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!# **Seasonal Show Lighting Technincian****What you get to do:*** Participates as an integral contributor to the Theatrical Services and Entertainment Show Operations teams.* Executes the operation and general maintenance of Show Product lighting and/or video, either as a console or followspot operator.* Collaborates with Theatrical Services, Entertainment Show Production, and Entertainment Show Operations teams to achieve project goals and objectives.* Works with outside contractors.* Maintains Entertainment facilities and equipment.* Works with department schedules and paperwork in order to achieve Entertainment product goals and objectives.* Follows project timelines to ensure park and departmental goals, safety targets, and objectives are obtained.* Follows park and department safety guidelines.* Participates in the Theatrical Services department training programs.* Participates in other duties as assigned to support park and departmental goals and objectives.* Show Operations: Execute operational Show Product work based on park and department goals and objectives and other duties as assigned.* Theatrical Services: Participates in the installation, removal, and maintenance of entertainment lighting and video equipment when Show Product is not operational.* Training and Development: Participates in Theatrical Services training and development programs and department safety initiatives.**What it takes to succeed:*** Proven technical skills, strong communication skills* Positive attitude, team player* Multi-tasking skills* Collaboration skills**Education and Special Skills:*** Must be 18 years of age or older* Valid US Driver’s License required* Associates or BA in Technical Theatre, Theatre Arts, or equivalent professional experience preferred.* 2 years professional technical entertainment lighting experience preferred.* Experience with ETC EOS family lighting consoles preferred.* Experience with show control networking preferred (sACn, ArtNet).* Experience with the maintenance of moving lights preferred (Robe, Vari\*Lite).* Experience with hand tools and theatrical lighting equipment* Ability to work at heights to over 75’ required.* Ability to lift and move 50 pounds required.* Ability to perform outdoor work in temperature extremes and overnight shifts required.**Compensation: 16.50 USD**The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:* FREE park admission* Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends* Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.* Scholarship opportunities* Exclusive employee events and giveaways**EEO Employer:**SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.