Lighting Technicians

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Job Description

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Key Tasks

• Assess safety of wiring or equipment set-up to determine the risk of fire or electrical shock.
• Consult with lighting director or production staff to determine lighting requirements.
• Disassemble and store equipment after performances.
• Install color effects or image patterns, such as color filters, onto lighting fixtures.
• Install electrical cables or wire fixtures.
• Load, unload, or position lighting equipment.
• Match light fixture settings, such as brightness and color, to lighting design plans.
• Notify supervisors when major lighting equipment repairs are needed.
• Operate manual or automated systems to control lighting throughout productions.
• Patch or wire lights to dimmers or other electronic consoles.
• Perform minor repairs or routine maintenance on lighting equipment, such as replacing lamps or damaged color filters.
• Program lighting consoles or load automated lighting control systems onto consoles.
• Set up and focus light fixtures to meet requirements of television, theater, concerts, or other productions.
• Set up scaffolding or cranes to assist with setting up of lighting equipment.
• Test lighting equipment function and desired lighting effects.
• Visit and assess structural and electrical layout of locations before setting up lighting equipment.

O*NET Information

• SOC Code: 27-4015.00
• Title: Lighting Technicians

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Based on O*NET Standard Occupational Classification.

Career Resources

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