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Lighting

Chelsea Music Festival · New York, NY, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Lighting Intern

The Lighting Team is responsible for creating a visually dynamic environment for audiences.

Objectives: by the end of the Festival, interns should gain experience in

  • Planning placement of lighting in relation to the needs of each performance and the video and photography crew
  • Increased familiarity with types of lighting, their uses and limitations
  • Procedures in handling and storing lights and lighting equipment

Duties: during the course of the Festival, interns will

  • Set up and take down and store all lights and lighting equipment each day
  • Take inventory daily of all equipment. Inform Team Lead of any repair or replacement needed
  • Plan alongside camera crew all lighting needs of each event.
  • Identify lighting needs for all locations with varied architectural features

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: the ideal intern candidate possesses

  • Knowledge of various types of lighting systems and design
  • Skill in safe handling electrical equipment
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing 30 lbs.
  • Ability to work in a team-oriented, dynamic environment
  • Willingness to work late nights

Desired majors: Music, Theatre / Stage Design; Media - production design