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Lighting Technicians
Overview
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.
Demand
Detailed Work Activities
Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning.
Collaborate with others to determine design specifications or details.
Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
Attach equipment extensions or accessories.
Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.
Load materials or equipment.
Unload materials or equipment.
Set up still or video cameras or related equipment.
Calibrate equipment to specifications.
Notify others of equipment problems.
Operate control consoles for sound, lighting or video.
Run wiring to connect equipment.
Repair electrical equipment.
Program equipment to perform production tasks.
Install computer hardware.
Position safety or support equipment.
Set up material handling gear or equipment, such as rigging, packaging, or temporary structures.
Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
Gather information about work conditions or locations.
