
Seasonal Lighting Crew Manager, Elevated Experiences
Live Nation Entertainment
part-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: San Bernardino • California • District of Columbia • United States
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Salary
💰 $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
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
Benefits
- Generous vacation
- Healthcare
- Retirement benefits
- Student loan repayment
- Tuition reimbursement
- Six months of paid caregiver leave
- Access to free live events through employee ticketing program
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
lighting designlighting managementDMX-based lighting systemslighting plotsequipment planningvendor negotiationpower plotstroubleshooting
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationorganizationproblem-solvingadaptabilitycollaborationtime management