Seasonal Lighting Crew Manager

Live Nation Entertainment

part-time

Posted on: 2/12/2026

Location Type: Hybrid

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💰 $28 - $30 per hour

About the role

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.

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.

Benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

lighting designlighting managementDMX-based lighting systemslighting plotsequipment planningvendor negotiationpower plotstroubleshooting

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationorganizationproblem-solvingadaptabilitycollaborationtime managementpressure management