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.
At a Glance
Lighting Technician. Top skills: Operations, Microsoft Excel, Troubleshooting (Problem Solving).
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Lighting Technicians
Median Wage
$60,560/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-4.6%
Education
Postsecondary nondegree award
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (17)
Operating Systems
Digital Video
Excel Macros
Outside Sales
Disabilities
LCD Projector
Lighting Design
IP Addressing
Digital Audio
Stage Lighting
Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD)
Health And Safety Standards
Set Construction
Automation
Safety Procedures
iNEWS (Software)
Peripheral Devices
Common Skills (13)
Operations
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Computer Literacy
Leadership
Communication
Training And Development
Creative Thinking
Composure
Interpersonal Communications
Calmness Under Pressure
Related Specializations
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