Lighting Designer resume example

• Facilitated tour details and pre-show setup details with local promoters to ensure smooth process from load-in and sound checks to show and load-out.
• Kept safety as a priority during entire event to makes sure band, local hands, audience members, and staff were not at risk of injury.
• Build production timeline and ensure execution of setup plans by local teams.
• Operate live audio and/or lighting console during concerts based on local independent contractors’ availability.
• Acquire local show ticket information and report back to booking company for tour accounting purposes.
• Develop and improve best use practices for all audio and lighting equipment listed for tour.
• Maintain accounting records for merchandise sales and house percentage payments.
• Fixed bugs and troubleshot issues to promote proper functionality of the A/V systems used.
• Explained procedures in easy-to-understand terminology to local teams and volunteer help.

• Recorded, edited and mixed instrumental and vocal tracks and minimized unwanted sounds.
• Setup and integrated live audio equipment to suit various applications and venues.
• Managed setup and teardown of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow.
• Repaired and maintained audio equipment, such as mixers, microphones, amplifiers and switching devices.
• Played backing tracks and special effects during live events.
• Provided rigging of lighting equipment to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Excelled in front-line electrical maintenance as needed.
• Conducted proper set-up of lights, implementing necessary changes during production in addition to running cables.
• Followed operating manual in effective use of computer-controlled lighting systems during shows ranging in scale.
• Captured and reported post-show recaps, highlighting successes and opportunities for improvement.
• Used appropriate tools and materials in alignment with safety protocols and industry best practices.

• Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified supervisors.
• Managed repairs and maintenance work on client systems and ensured system adherence to coding requirements.
• Transported required supplies and employees from lighting and grip department to job site using company vehicles.
• Listened to directives of senior lighting and electrical professionals to complete efficient tasks and learn as much as possible.
• Utilized knowledge and equipment to test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
• Promoted workplace safety and reported any potential hazards quickly to Management.
• Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications.
• Inspected existing wiring to identify problems such as short circuits.
• Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
• Utilized measuring and testing instruments such as ammeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters and testing lamps accurately, efficiently and safely to complete installations and repairs.