Lighting Director- The Truth
Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries.
About the role
The Lighting Director brings artistry, technical expertise, and showtime energy to a team that produces unforgettable live experiences. As a Lighting Director, you’ll play a key role in shaping the visual impact of the shows and private events our venue hosts. From load-in to load-out, you’ll ensure every performance shines. If you love fast-paced environments, creative problem solving, and hands-on production for live events, this is your chance to help be part of our team that makes it happen every night.
Responsibilities
- Welcome touring crews and ensure seamless show execution
- Execute the load-in of band gear, lighting rigs, and lighting rental equipment
- Set up and break down lighting systems and event-related lighting equipment
- Operate and program Lighting Consoles
- Create and distribute lighting plot plans for events
- Perform lighting focus and adjustments according to artist and event specifications
- Lead and operate lighting systems throughout entire shows and private events
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair lighting equipment as needed
- Handle and care for all house and rental lighting and A/V gear properly
- Ensure safe, consistent, and professional lighting operation during all scheduled events
- Support overall production operations throughout the venue
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of touring and/or stage production experience in lighting
- Strong working knowledge of stage lighting, basic video systems, and basic audio systems
- Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant education
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75lbs
- Comfortable working in environments with moderate to loud noise levels, dramatic lighting changes, strobes, and moving lights
- Ability to wear and use a radio earpiece for the duration of scheduled shifts
Benefits
- Free concert tickets
- Dog-friendly offices
- Student loan reimbursement
- Adoption/fertility support
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