| Aspect | Lighting Audit | Lighting Designer |
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| Credentials | Lighting certification, technical knowledge | Design certifications, creative skills |
| Work Environment | Assessment sites, technical analysis | Design studios, project sites |
| Purpose | Evaluate existing lighting systems for efficiency | Create lighting plans for new or renovated spaces |
Lighting audits focus on evaluating and improving existing lighting systems for efficiency and compliance, while lighting designers develop creative lighting plans for new or renovated spaces. Both roles require technical knowledge, but their goals and activities differ significantly.