Lighting Designer/Operator

ASM Global•Tysons, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lighting Designer/Operator is responsible for programming and operating lighting consoles for shows, supervising touring electricians, and managing lighting equipment. This role involves hanging, focusing, and programming lighting equipment, as well as inspecting and evaluating equipment to advise management on improvements and necessary purchases. The position also requires assisting with network patching and performing other stage-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum 5 years hands-on experience in a venue.
Advanced working knowledge of theater lighting practices and principles.
Programming experience on ETC EOS family of consoles.
Proficiency in ETC Net3 Concert.
Understanding of addressing and patching conventional and automated fixtures.
Ability to confidently program a large-scale lighting rig with approximately 50 moving heads and over 100 fixed units.
Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines and to work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedules.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills; ability to work independently and as a member of the team.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and Net3 Concert.
Must have the physical ability to maneuver around all areas of the facility at times walking and/or standing up to 8-10 hours daily.
Must be able to hear and speak to use a two-way radio.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds is required for this position.
Ability to work at heights or from a man lift.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Lighting Design preferred.
Additional programming experience on Hog4 software preferred.
Additional knowledge of EOS Paradigm is preferred.

Responsibilities

Programming and operating ETC Eos Ti, Eos Ion, and/or Hog4-18 lighting consoles for shows.
Supervision of all touring electricians.
Hang, focus and program lighting equipment as required by the various events.
Inspects, monitors and evaluates all lighting equipment to determine effectiveness and general usage.
Advises management of improvements needed and recommends purchases when necessary.
Help tour LD patch and connect to house sACN network.
Other stage related duties as assigned.