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Lighting Engineer / Tech / Operator
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent, Freelance / Contract
Salary:
$78,000 – $130,000 / year
Location:
New York, NY, USA
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
12 October 2026
What they need
Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Lighting Engineer / Tech / Operator and become a vital part of creating captivating visual experiences for live events, film productions, broadcasts, and theatrical performances. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge lighting systems, theatrical equipment, and media production tools. You will be responsible for designing, operating, and maintaining lighting setups that elevate the visual storytelling process. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and possess a passion for innovative lighting solutions, this position is perfect for you!
Duties
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot theatrical lighting equipment, including lighting consoles, rigging systems, and specialized video lighting gear for live events and productions
- Collaborate with directors, producers, and technical teams to design lighting schemes that enhance the artistic vision of each project
- Manage lighting cues during live performances or filming sessions to ensure seamless execution of creative concepts
- Maintain and calibrate lighting systems and related audio/video processing equipment to guarantee optimal performance
- Assist with rigging, focusing, and adjusting lighting fixtures to achieve desired effects while ensuring safety protocols are followed
- Support post-production processes by capturing footage with proper lighting techniques using videography skills and media editing tools such as Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro
- Operate broadcast studio equipment and handle media editing tasks using Adobe Creative Suite applications including After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Lightroom
Experience
- Proven experience working with theatrical lighting equipment, rigging techniques, and live event AV production projects
- Strong technical proficiency in operating lighting systems for video production and live performance environments
- Familiarity with media editing tools such as Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, and InDesign
- Hands-on experience with audio systems and video production workflows in broadcast or live event settings
- Knowledge of photography principles and videography techniques to enhance visual storytelling
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues quickly during live events or filming sessions to minimize downtime
- Prior experience working with broadcast studio equipment operation or in a theatrical setting is highly desirable
Join us to bring innovative lighting designs to life! We’re committed to fostering a creative environment where your technical skills can shine. This paid position offers the chance to grow your expertise while contributing to memorable productions across various media platforms.
Pay: $300.00 - $500.00 per day
Work Location: In person
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