Lighting technician, Kaihangarau rama
Also known as
- Light technician, lighting designer, lighting operator, lighting assistant, theatre lighting technician
Lighting technicians set up and control lights and related equipment used for television, film, photography and live productions and events.
Duration
2:44 mins
Your pay could be
$48K
Lower
$54K to $97K
Most common
$127K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Lighting technicians
- usually work irregular and long hours, including evenings and weekends
- usually work on media production sets, at events and corporate functions, and may travel locally and nationally
- need to be organised, practical and work well in a team
Tasks
- set up still or video cameras or related equipment
- attach equipment extensions or accessories
- calibrate equipment to specifications
- gather information about work conditions or locations
- select and set up lights and equipment
- test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment
- load materials or equipment
- unload materials or equipment
- disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair
- install electrical components, equipment, or systems
Creative
Practical
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need experience to become a lighting technician and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- experience in similar work
- a relevant tertiary qualification in communication and media, performing arts or similar area
- an Elevated Work Platform (EWP) licence
- a driver licence
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 3 to do the study or training for this job.
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