Assistant Lighting Lead

Tuacahn Center For The Arts•Ivins, UT

About The Position

The Assistant Lighting Lead is a full-time, year-round position in the Production Department, starting January 1, 2026, under a 52-week contract. The role supports the day-to-day operations of the Lighting Department and helps ensure guest Lighting Designers’ needs are met. It directs lighting personnel and collaborates with other departments to help artists realize their lighting and electrical vision. Pay is according to the CBA under 720.

Requirements

Knowledge of and passion for live theater.
Bachelor’s degree in technical theatre and a minimum of three years’ experience working as a lighting technician or similar role in a professional dance, music, or theatre company.
Working knowledge of theatrical lighting technologies, including luminaires, dimming and power distribution systems, control systems, LED technologies, and related electrical theory and practical skills.
Knowledge of rigging safety.
Proficiency with Lightwright and Vectorworks.
Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented.
Demonstrated leadership skills, experience working with designers, and a strong understanding of other areas of production.
Ability to work efficiently in a time-sensitive environment and manage crews in multiple spaces.
Ability to work occasional weekends and nights.
Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects, and work at heights and in small spaces.
Knowledge of LED technology and conventional and moving lights.

Responsibilities

Assist the Lighting Lead with maintaining accurate season paperwork, including updating Lightwright and Vectorworks files.
Help maintain the lighting rig and install set electrics; hang and focus lighting and support other department needs.
Act as swing for Lighting Department and Video Department roles during the Broadway season.
Lead crews when needed.
Manage and participate in changeovers, technical rehearsals, and previews; support technical lighting needs, designers, staff, and collaboration with other shops.
Assist Lighting Designers during the technical rehearsal and preview process.
Read show reports, rehearsal schedules, and calendars; follow up on relevant details or notes and communicate information to the Lighting Lead and others as needed.
Follow Production Department policies and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
Assist with setup and strike of all Tuacahn productions.
Work safely and professionally, and maintain a positive, collaborative attitude.
Perform additional assignments as required for Tuacahn productions.