Lighting Designer/Operator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for programming and operating ETC Eos Ti, Eos Ion, and/or Hog4‑18 lighting consoles for shows.
• Supervision of all touring electricians.
• Hang, focus and program lighting equipment as required by the various events.
• Inspect, monitor and evaluate all lighting equipment to determine effectiveness and general usage.
• Advise management of improvements needed and recommend purchases when necessary.
• Help tour LD patch and connect to house sACN network.
• Work extended and/or irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Other stage‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Lighting Design preferred; Minimum 5 years hands‑on experience in a venue.
• Skills and Abilities:
  • Advanced working knowledge of theater lighting practices and principles.
  • Programming experience on ETC EOS family of consoles.
  • Additional programming experience on Hog4 software preferred.
  • Proficiency in ETC Net3 Concert.
  • Understanding of addressing and patching conventional and automated fixtures.
  • Ability to confidently program a large‑scale lighting rig with approximately 50 moving heads and over 100 fixed units.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure or stringent schedules.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills; ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
  • Ability to work flexible hours based on events, including daytime, evening, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and Net3 Concert; additional knowledge of EOS Paradigm preferred.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: No certifications are required.

Physical Demands

The employee may be required to work both indoors and outdoors, maneuver around all areas of the facility, and stand or walk up to 8‑10 hours daily. Must be able to hear and speak using a two‑way radio, lift up to 75 pounds, and work at heights or from a man‑lift. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Free employee parking and show tickets.