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Accommodate artist/ event A/V requirements * Responsible for safe and consistent operation of lighting * Assist with the technical advance with Artists representatives * Ensure proper care and ...

Accommodate artist/ event A/V requirements * Responsible for safe and consistent operation of lighting * Assist with the technical advance with Artists representatives * Ensure proper care and ...

Lighting Designer provides lighting support for the Performing Arts Program, collaborating with the technical crew (lighting, set, and costume) and the School Play Advisor on designing the lights for ...

Lighting Designer provides lighting support for the Performing Arts Program, collaborating with the technical crew (lighting, set, and costume) and the School Play Advisor on designing the lights for ...

$26.09/hr

AND Six (6) months of lighting live events at a performing arts center or theatre; AND A valid State of Florida Driver's License. If no applicants meet the minimum qualifications, an equivalent ...

You'll work closely with animation, lighting, and narrative teams to ensure every shot serves the ... Collaborate with animators, lighting artists, and designers to ensure cohesive scene composition

Senior Character Artist

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$69.09 - $86.35/hr

Keen eye to form, lighting, colors and composition * Very strong portfolio showing high quality characters * At least 5 years of experience as a character artist, working on at least one AAA title ...

You'll work closely with animation, lighting, and narrative teams to ensure every shot serves the ... Collaborate with animators, lighting artists, and designers to ensure cohesive scene composition

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How much do lighting artist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for lighting artist in the United States is $129,541.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,000.00 and $152,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do I become a lighting artist?

To become a lighting artist, you typically need a bachelor's degree in art, computer graphics, or a related field, along with strong skills in 3D modeling, rendering, and lighting techniques. Proficiency with industry-standard software such as Autodesk Maya, Blender, or Unreal Engine is essential, and building a portfolio showcasing lighting work is highly recommended. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level positions in game or film production can also help establish a career in this field.

What does a lighting artist do?

As a Lighting Artist, your daily responsibilities typically include setting up and adjusting lighting rigs, refining the mood and atmosphere of digital scenes, and collaborating with other departments such as modeling, texturing, and compositing to achieve the desired visual effect. You will review feedback from art directors or supervisors and update scene lighting to meet project goals and maintain visual consistency. Additionally, troubleshooting rendering issues and optimizing lighting setups for performance are common tasks. The role often involves a mix of creative and technical problem-solving, making versatility and attention to detail crucial for success.

How much do lighting artists make?

Lighting artists typically earn between $50,000 and $100,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. Senior lighting artists or those working on high-profile projects can earn higher salaries, especially with specialized skills in software like Maya or Unreal Engine.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lighting artist?

To thrive as a Lighting Artist, you need a strong understanding of light, color theory, composition, and visual storytelling, typically supported by a degree in art, animation, or a related field. Mastery of industry-standard 3D software such as Maya, Houdini, Unreal Engine, or proprietary rendering tools is essential, and certification in these tools can be advantageous. Strong collaboration, adaptability, and effective communication skills help Lighting Artists work seamlessly with artists, designers, and technical teams. These combined abilities ensure the creation of visually compelling scenes that meet both artistic vision and technical requirements in fast-paced production environments.

What is a lighting artist?

A Lighting Artist is responsible for creating and implementing lighting setups that enhance the mood, atmosphere, and visual quality of scenes in films, video games, or animations. They work with 3D environments, adjusting light sources, shadows, and color tones to achieve artistic and realistic effects. Their role involves collaborating with other artists, such as modelers and texture artists, to ensure consistency in visual storytelling. Lighting Artists also optimize lighting for performance while maintaining high-quality visuals.

Are lighting artists in demand?

Lighting artists are in demand in the entertainment and gaming industries, as they play a key role in creating realistic and visually appealing environments. The demand is driven by the growth of 3D rendering, visual effects, and real-time graphics, requiring skills in software like Maya, Blender, or Unreal Engine. Job opportunities often require a strong portfolio and proficiency in lighting techniques and tools.

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Infographic showing various Lighting Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, and 60% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $129,541 per year, or $62.3 per hour.

Lighting Engineer - Varsity

Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


Live Nation rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 142 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 52 rated entertainment


Job description

Job Summary:
WHO ARE WE?
Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.
Live Nation's Concerts Division is where tours are born, artists come to life, and fans get to experience the rush of live music. From our dozens of owned/operated Amphitheaters to our Global Touring team, from Ticketing and Venue Operations to Marketing and Sales... we foster a fun and upbeat work culture with no shortage of opportunities. With perks ranging from free concert tickets to dog-friendly offices, to progressive benefits like student loan reimbursement and adoption/fertility support... it's no wonder we are certified as a Great Place to Work organization and one of People Magazine's "50 Companies that Care". We want everyone to feel like they belong and can thrive in our community, so we strive to help you achieve your career and personal goals. Live music is our passion and where we find our common ground. There has never been a better time to join Live Nation.
THE JOB
Job title and summary that includes overarching responsibilities, as well as location (needs to be specific. If remote, we will need to post to internal boards the same day it is posted externally to be compliant with different state laws.) Try to make summary exciting, as this is the hook to entice potential candidates to continue reading and to apply.
WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO
  • Performs the Load-in of band equipment and rental equipment
  • Set Up and break-down of band and event equipment
  • Focus and lighting adjustments to artist or event specifications
  • Spotlight Operations/Lighting Control Boards operation & programming
  • Maintenance and repair of lighting equipment
  • Assist with Production throughout the house as needed
  • Accommodate artist/ event A/V requirements
  • Responsible for safe and consistent operation of lighting
  • Assist with the technical advance with Artists representatives
  • Ensure proper care and handling of all HOBE and rental lighting & A/V equipment
  • Interact with visiting production crews to ensure a successful show
  • Distribute or create lighting plot plans
  • Oversee and operate systems pertaining to lighting throughout the entire event
  • Ensure Special Events lighting needs are scheduled and met
  • Assist audio crew with stands, microphones, cables, etc.
  • Assist with any Special Events operations

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING
Required:
  • 3 years minimum Tour or Stage Production experience
  • Experience in stage lighting, pro audio systems and basic video systems
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Proficiency with all Microsoft applications
  • Must possess superior interpersonal communication and organizational skills
  • High School Diploma

Preferred:
  • College Degree

Physical Demands/Working Environment:
  • Must be able to lift up to 75lbs
  • Work in an environment with moderate to loud noise level, extreme lighting changes, strobes & moving lights
  • Able to wear a radio earpiece during the scheduled shift

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It's talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.
Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.
We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.
We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case by case basis.
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
**Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and Equal Pay Transparency Rules. It is estimated based on what a successful Colorado applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in Colorado or perform the position from Colorado. Similar positions located outside of
Colorado will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Live Nation takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the CO EPEWA, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
The expected compensation for this position is:
$15.97 USD - $17.00 USD Hourly
** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.

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