Senior Lighting Designer — Global Tours & Live Events

Placements24; Randfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Lighting Designer to lead lighting design for concerts, festivals, and large-scale events. Located in Rustenburg, the role blends creative concepting with technical execution across global stages and tours.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in lighting design, strong software proficiency, and a passion for visual storytelling through light. This contractor role offers a competitive rate and opportunities to work with world-class artists.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Design, Lighting Design, Fine Arts, or related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• 8+ years of professional experience in concert and event lighting design with a strong portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design innovative lighting systems for concerts, festivals, corporate events, and theatre productions.
• Create detailed lighting plots, cue sheets, and renderings using design software.
• Specify lighting fixtures, equipment, and control systems, ensuring compatibility and adherence to budgets.
• Collaborate closely with directors, production managers, stage managers, and other creative personnel.
• Oversee the installation, programming, and operation of lighting systems during rehearsals and live events.
• Troubleshoot technical issues swiftly and effectively during show run.
• Mentor junior lighting designers and technicians.

Tools

Vectorworks Spotlight

WYSIWYG

Capture

GrandMA

Hog

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Lighting Designer to lead lighting design for concerts, festivals, and large-scale events. Located in Rustenburg, the role blends creative concepting with technical execution across global stages and tours.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in lighting design, strong software proficiency, and a passion for visual storytelling through light. This contractor role offers a competitive rate and opportunities to work with world-class artists.