Insomniac - Seasonal Lighting Crew Manager, Elevated Experiences (Various Locations)
About The Position
Job Summary: WHO ARE YOU? Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at elevated customer experience? Then you’re in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the event operations space. Is this you? Read on… WHO ARE WE? Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority. Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac’s events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents. The company’s premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world’s largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993. THE ROLE Insomniac is looking for a Lighting Manager, Elevated Experiences. This position will report to the Director of Elevated Experiences.
Requirements
- Proven experience in lighting design and management for large-scale live events or festivals.
- Strong technical knowledge of lighting systems, control protocols, and power requirements.
- Experience leading crews and managing vendors in fast-paced environments.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing onsite conditions.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides) and Airtable.
- Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments
- May work in drastic temperature climates
- Must be willing to frequently travel to work events during holidays, evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines
- Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the lighting team, including technicians and support staff.
- Collaborate closely with the Production Designer to develop and execute lighting concepts aligned with festival brand standards.
- Create and advance lighting plots for each event.
- Oversee pre-production planning, including advancing, equipment planning, and documentation.
- Source, order, and manage rental lighting equipment for each event.
- Negotiate and confirm vendor quotes and basic contract terms.
- Oversee all phases of lighting operations: pre-production, onsite execution, and post-production.
- Coordinate lighting load-in, setup, programming, testing, show operation, and strike.
- Program and troubleshoot DMX-based lighting systems as needed.
- Partner with the BOH Manager to create and advance accurate power plots.
- Work alongside the Director of Elevated Experiences to track costs and remain within approved budgets.
- Communicate proactively with internal teams and vendors to ensure smooth execution.
Benefits
- Recognized for seven years as a Great Place to Work® and named one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship.
- Our world-class teams specialize in all aspects of the live entertainment industry, from ground-breaking innovations in ticketing, global venue development and operations, concert promotion and production, sales and brand partnerships, and unparalleled artist management supported by professionals in all facets of corporate operations.
- We believe in taking care of the countless employees helping artists bring live music to fans all around the world.
- Our many unique benefit programs are designed to help our teams live life to the fullest including generous vacation, healthcare, retirement benefits, student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, six months of paid caregiver leave for new parents including fostering and perks like Roadie Babies helping new parents care for their babies on work trips.
- And of course, access to free live events through our exclusive employee ticketing program.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Manager
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