How do they match: Lighting Technicians

  • Set Lighting Tech
  • Set 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.
  • Set up and focus light fixtures to meet requirements of television, theater, concerts, or other productions.
  • Set up scaffolding or cranes to assist with setting up of lighting equipment.
  • Assess safety of wiring or equipment set-up to determine the risk of fire or electrical shock.
  • Match light fixture settings, such as brightness and color, to lighting design plans.
  • Visit and assess structural and electrical layout of locations before setting up lighting equipment.

  • Install computer hardware.
  • Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
  • Set up material handling gear or equipment, such as rigging, packaging, or temporary structures.
  • Set up still or video cameras or related equipment.