Senior Lighting Designer & Tech Lead

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Lighting Technician & Designer for operations in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will conceptualize, design and execute lighting for diverse performances, collaborating closely with directors and designers to realize a cohesive artistic vision.

You will lead and mentor a team, ensuring designs are stunning, safe and within budget. The role requires strong technical proficiency with ETC Eos and GrandMA, plus experience in AutoCAD/Vectorworks/Lightwright.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in professional lighting design and execution in performing arts.
• Proven ability to design lighting for theatre, concerts and events.
• Expertise with ETC Eos and GrandMA consoles.
• Strong knowledge of fixtures, dimmers, cabling and power distribution.
• Proficiency in lighting design software (AutoCAD, Vectorworks, Lightwright).
• Excellent understanding of color theory, composition and stage mechanics.
• Leadership skills with ability to manage crew under pressure.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Degree in Theatre Design or Lighting Design is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement innovative lighting concepts for productions and events.
• Create detailed lighting plots, cue sheets and equipment schedules.
• Collaborate with directors and set designers to achieve artistic vision.
• Supervise and train junior lighting technicians and crew.
• Program and operate lighting consoles (ETC Eos, GrandMA).
• Source, install and maintain lighting equipment, ensuring safety.
• Manage lighting budgets including rentals and crew costs.
• Conduct pre-production meetings and site surveys.
• Troubleshoot lighting issues during productions.
• Stay updated on LED, moving lights and control system tech.

Skills

Lighting design

Lighting consoles

Team leadership

Color theory

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Theatre Design or Lighting Design

Tools

ETC Eos

GrandMA

AutoCAD

Vectorworks

Lightwright

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Lighting Technician & Designer for operations in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will conceptualize, design and execute lighting for diverse performances, collaborating closely with directors and designers to realize a cohesive artistic vision.

You will lead and mentor a team, ensuring designs are stunning, safe and within budget. The role requires strong technical proficiency with ETC Eos and GrandMA, plus experience in AutoCAD/Vectorworks/Lightwright.