How do they match: Lighting Technicians

  • Sound and Lighting Tech
  • Sound and Lighting Technician

  • Set up, maintain, and dismantle light fixtures, lighting control devices, and the associated lighting electrical and rigging equipment used for photography, television, film, video, and live productions. May focus or operate light fixtures, or attach color filters or other lighting accessories.

  • Install color effects or image patterns, such as color filters, onto lighting fixtures.
  • Install electrical cables or wire fixtures.
  • Assess safety of wiring or equipment set-up to determine the risk of fire or electrical shock.
  • Disassemble and store equipment after performances.
  • Load, unload, or position lighting equipment.
  • Notify supervisors when major lighting equipment repairs are needed.
  • Perform minor repairs or routine maintenance on lighting equipment, such as replacing lamps or damaged color filters.
  • Set up scaffolding or cranes to assist with setting up of lighting equipment.
  • Test lighting equipment function and desired lighting effects.
  • Visit and assess structural and electrical layout of locations before setting up lighting equipment.

  • Repair electrical equipment.
  • Install computer hardware.
  • Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
  • Attach equipment extensions or accessories.
  • Calibrate equipment to specifications.
  • Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
  • Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning.
  • Load materials or equipment.
  • Notify others of equipment problems.
  • Position safety or support equipment.
  • Program equipment to perform production tasks.
  • Run wiring to connect equipment.
  • Set up material handling gear or equipment, such as rigging, packaging, or temporary structures.
  • Set up still or video cameras or related equipment.
  • Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
  • Unload materials or equipment.