Launceston

Lighting Technician

A Lighting Technician ensures film, television and stage productions have appropriate lighting. You might control the overall light during production or provide lighting features to suit particular scenes. Lighting technicians may operate equipment such as spotlights or floodlights or carry specialised equipment to settings outside of a stage or studio. You may need to monitor lighting during filming and make adjustments when required.

Lighting Technicians need to be focused and have good attention to detail. It’s important that you can work to a production schedule but also be flexible when required. You’ll be working as part of a larger production crew and will need to communicate and collaborate during production.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $74,880
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a lighting technician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
52856WA

Advanced Diploma of Illumination Engineering and Lighting Design

Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA30420

Certificate III in Live Production and Technical Services

Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

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