Lighting Technician

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Lighting Technician

What they do

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.

Job Data & Employment

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$37,680
Starting Salary (2023)
$62,240
Median Salary (2023)
-3.4%
Projected Job Growth
9,520
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

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A day in the life

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Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work

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Expected Knowledge

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Common Activities

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