Lead Lighting Technician

Technical Operations•New York, NY

4d•$80,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Lead Lighting Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience supporting corporate events, broadcasts, live productions, and executive presentations. This role requires expertise in lighting design, programming, operation, maintenance, and leadership within fast-paced live event environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating professional, broadcast-quality lighting solutions while ensuring safe and reliable operation of all lighting systems.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of Lighting or Live Event Production experience.
Advanced knowledge of theatrical, broadcast, and corporate event lighting systems.
Expert proficiency with ETC Eos lighting consoles.
Experience with key, fill, and backlighting for broadcast-quality video.
Understanding of color theory, exposure, and camera-friendly lighting techniques.
Familiarity with hybrid event workflows, including live streaming and virtual platforms.
Understanding of how lighting impacts cameras, codecs, and streaming outputs.
Basic knowledge of video switching or audio systems for cross-disciplinary awareness.
Experience supporting executive-level and financial-sector events (town halls, webinars, panels).
Strong communication skills with producers, presenters, and stakeholders.
Professional demeanor suitable for high-security, high-expectation environments.
Knowledge of DMX and networked lighting control systems.
Experience with rigging basics, power distribution, and safe load practices.
Must have strong adherence to OSHA and workplace safety standards.
Comfortable working at height (ladders, lifts) and handling rigging equipment.

Responsibilities

Lead, train, and supervise lighting technicians and stagehands.
Act as L1 point of contact for lighting during pre-production, rehearsals, and live events.
Interpret show flows, rundowns, and cue sheets; call or execute cues as needed.
Design, program, and execute lighting looks for live, recorded, and hybrid events.
Coordinate lighting with video systems and LED walls.
Work alongside AV and production teams (audio, video, show caller).
Maintain and inventory lighting equipment; coordinate repairs and upgrades.
Troubleshoot fixtures, signal flow, and control systems quickly.
Translate client vision into professional, brand-aligned lighting designs.
Maintain high standards under pressure in fast-paced, client-facing environments.
Ensure safe cable management and clean workspaces.
Maintains positive relationships across departments and event stakeholders.