Lighting Supervisor

Museum of Science • Boston, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Museum of Science is opening the Public Science Common in October 2026, a state-of-the-art convening and performance space. They are seeking a Lighting Supervisor to oversee and execute all lighting needs for this new space and contribute to its opening. This role involves making meaningful contributions to the commissioning and opening of a new global stage for science education and supporting Museum stakeholders in creating compelling experiences for all audiences.

Requirements

• Fluent in ETC Eos lighting console programming.
• Experienced with building magic sheets and control panels for daily use by many users.
• Experienced with lighting software such as Vectorworks and Lightwright.
• Experienced with DMX, networking, and lighting data signal flow.
• Experienced with hanging, programming, and maintaining both static and moving LED fixtures.
• Experienced with lighting for both in-person audiences and for livestream/camera.
• Comfortable working at heights of ~25’ on a tension wire grid, as well as from ladders and personnel lifts.
• Comfortable working in backstage show conditions, including but not limited to: fog, haze, strobes, dim lights, and loud sounds.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain a repertory lighting plot to support daily, in-house Museum programming, with additional flexibility and options for special events and programs.
• Serve as a thought-leader in lighting design and electrics, and collaborate with internal Museum departments and external partners in creating experiences for the Public Science Common, and venues across the Museum.
• Act as the Museum’s subject matter expert for lighting systems and electrics, defining standards and providing consultation across planning, design, installation, commissioning, and ongoing operations.
• Collaborate with Technical Director and other Supervisors to create systems, procedures, and documentation to support an always-on venue in a Museum that is open 7 days a week, 360 days a year.
• Develop familiarity with all venue systems, and be willing to assist across departments and cover when needed.
• Work a flexible schedule and run any complex or premiere events (with some nights and weekends required) and train staff members for daily, recurring operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed