Career Profile
Lighting Technicians
Setup lighting used for photography, television, film, video, and live productions.
General Information
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. Excludes Audio and Video Technicians (27-4011).
Lighting Technicians
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 1 openings per year are projected for Lighting Technicians.
Employment Change
Employment for Lighting Technicians is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 17.0% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $31.09/hour. Entry level workers are paid $24.75, while experienced workers are paid $34.73. The median wage is above average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 6 Lighting Technicians in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 7.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Lighting Technicians are All Other Industries, Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers, and Religious Organizations.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Lighting Technicians include Computers and Electronics, Communications and Media, and English Language.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Lighting Technicians is Bachelor's. 67% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.