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MG Engineering

Lighting Designer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Coordinates with other trades and architect. * Can create lighting design basis of design. * Under supervision, can create lighting control narratives with zoning intent, 1-line diagrams and details.

MGE LDC

Lighting Designer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Coordinates with other trades and architect. * Can create lighting design basis of design. * Under supervision, can create lighting control narratives with zoning intent, 1-line diagrams and details.

4pconsultinginc

Lighting Specialist II

Birmingham, AL · On-site

Collaborate with Lighting Services Sales , Lighting Construction Coordinators , NESC engineers , APC Power Delivery partners , ALDOT , outside engineering firms, architects, lighting vendors, and ...

Ghafari Associates LLC

Lighting Designer

Dearborn, MI · On-site

Communication and work with all other disciplines to produce coordinated construction documents ... Lighting Certification (L.C). preferred Skills/Competencies: * Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and ...

Ghafari Associates LLC

Lighting Designer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Communication and work with all other disciplines to produce coordinated construction documents ... Lighting Certification (L.C). preferred Skills/Competencies: * Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and ...

Indiana University

Lighting Specialist

Bloomington, IN · On-site

Coordinates with vendors for equipment rental and purchases to meet vision and design requirement * Works closely and in conjunction with the Head Stage Electrician concerning logistics, lighting ...

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How much do lighting coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for lighting coordinator in the United States is $23.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a lighting coordinator do?

A Lighting Coordinator is responsible for organizing and overseeing the lighting aspects of a production, such as film, television, theater, or live events. They work closely with the lighting designer and director to ensure that all lighting equipment is properly set up and operated according to the creative vision. Their duties include managing lighting crews, maintaining equipment, scheduling setups, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Lighting Coordinators play a key role in achieving the desired mood, visibility, and effects on set or stage.

How does a lighting coordinator typically collaborate with other departments during a production?

A Lighting Coordinator works closely with the director, set designers, and the technical crew to ensure that lighting enhances the creative vision of a production. They attend planning meetings to understand the desired mood and technical requirements, and then coordinate with electricians and riggers to execute the lighting plan. Regular communication with audio and stage management teams is also essential to synchronize cues and avoid conflicts. This collaborative approach helps create a seamless and visually compelling experience for the audience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lighting coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lighting Coordinator, you need a solid understanding of lighting design, electrical systems, and production processes, often supported by a degree in theatre production, lighting design, or related experience. Familiarity with industry-standard lighting consoles, software like Vectorworks or Lightwright, and safety certifications is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help manage teams and coordinate with other departments under tight deadlines. These skills are crucial to ensure safe, visually effective, and seamless lighting operations in live or recorded productions.

What is the difference between Lighting Coordinator vs Lighting Technician?

AspectLighting CoordinatorLighting Technician
CredentialsRelevant certifications, experience in lighting design and coordinationTechnical certifications, electrical knowledge, hands-on lighting setup
Work EnvironmentPre-production planning, on-site coordination, collaboration with designersOn-site installation, troubleshooting, equipment operation
Employer & Industry UsageFilm, theater, live events, televisionFilm, theater, live events, television

The Lighting Coordinator focuses on planning, scheduling, and coordinating lighting setups, ensuring the creative vision is achieved. The Lighting Technician handles the technical execution, installation, and maintenance of lighting equipment. Both roles are essential in production environments, often working closely but with distinct responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Lighting Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,503 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

Lighting Designer

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

MG Engineering
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Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Lighting Designer is a trusted member of the project team, working under the direct supervision of the Assistant Lighting Manager to provide valuable design and project management support to the team. This includes creating trade-specific schematics & layouts based on solid design principles, and performing project functions, including (but not limited to) surveys, calculations, selections & layouts. Through repeated successful implementations & lifecycles, the Designer has advanced understanding of the company project lifecycle, company design and filing standards, and usage of company tools and applications to execute project deliverables. The Designer uses polished communication and interpersonal skills, with consistency, to become an instrumental support system for others, and devotes time & effort to building relationships. The Designer looks for ways to leverage expertise and contacts to solve problems, gain knowledge and develop new business. The Designer assists with all project phases, and effectively communicates with peers, supervisors, vendors, consultants, clients & stakeholders. This includes assisting in the construction administration process with the ability to process and review shop drawings, perform field observations, and prepare respective reports. The Designer is fully capable of assuming the Job Captain function.
Qualifications
  • Minimum 2yrs experience working in a Junior Designer Role.
  • 4-year degree in Lighting or related field.
  • Great interpersonal skills.
  • Polished communication skills (both verbal & writing).
  • Highly organized and composed under pressure.
  • Proven time management ability: able to manage strict timelines with multiple projects to meet deadlines under high-pressure environment.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Advanced proficiency of AGI and Adobe Suite.
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD & REVIT.
  • Possesses a keen eye for detail.

Requirements
Expectations
Trade-Specific Competency - For Lighting Designers
Level 2 (Intermediate Proficiency)
  • Can perform lighting level calculations for all spaces (including renderings.)
  • Can create all material for design presentations.
  • Can provide lighting layouts and lighting fixture options for simple spaces.
  • Increased knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
  • Coordinates with other trades and architect.
  • Can create lighting design basis of design.
  • Under supervision, can create lighting control narratives with zoning intent, 1-line diagrams and details.
  • Under supervision, can create lighting fixture specifications and cut sheets.
  • Under supervision, can review lighting fixture shop drawings.
  • Can compare field installations to project documentation.
  • Educates L1 designers.

Core Competencies
Project Management
Level 2 (Intermediate Proficiency)
Project Management
  • Demonstrates an advanced understanding of the application of the fundamentals of Project Management. Understands advanced Project Management techniques. Instrumental in the execution of project tasks. Thoroughly understands the company project lifecycle, company design and filing standards and has a track record of demonstrated excellence in the ability to use the company's tools and applications to execute project deliverables. Demonstrated excellence in ability to understand and consistently execute drawing set-ups, project design standards, project filing standards, issue sheets, project phasing and project archiving standards.

Relationship Management
  • Devotes time and effort to building relationships and looks for ways to leverage expertise and contacts to solve problems, gain knowledge and develop new business.

Problem Solving
  • Breaks down problems into their fundamental parts, identifies root causes, analyzes costs, benefits, risks, and chances for success of potential solutions.
  • Applies creativity and "outside-the-box" thinking to attack problems within ways that lead to innovative solutions. Sees resolutions to problems through.

Customer Satisfaction
  • Demonstrates client-service focus and attitude by taking a "client is always right" attitude and focusing on taking advantage of opportunities to satisfy internal & external customers.

Job Captain
  • Demonstrated ability to perform consistently satisfactory Job Captain responsibilities. The Job Captain is counted on to:

Take Ownership
The Job Captain is responsible for taking ownership of the coordination of project deliverables and issuances with the project team. This means coordinating between the project team and other MGE groups on the timely and accurate set-up/issuance of project documentation. This means to:
  • Quarterback the project start-to-finish. Seeing the project through and making sure it goes out correctly.
  • Include the right stakeholders in your communication.
  • Coordinate with all departments and take ownership of the process throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Apply Quality, & Ensure it
The Job Captain serves as an important quality control point, by checking project documentation for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting for issuance. This means to:
  • Submit all completed checklists to the Project Manager.
  • Provide final clearance on project issuance.
  • Escalate concerns quickly and decisively.
  • Ensure checklists, issue sheets and other pertinent documentation are accurately completed before sending.
  • Make sure all pencils are down before submitting a set for issuance.
  • Own the quality control process. Make sure the right engineers have checked their design before submitting it to you for issuance.
  • Check the drawings for accuracy before they go out.
  • Ensure backgrounds and xrefs are up to date.
  • Coordinate the issuance of Project Manuals (Book Specifications) if applicable.
  • Coordinate and check the Issued Drawings List for every drawing issuance.
  • Double check to see if the backgrounds received from the architects are correct.
  • Ensure the proper drawings are compiled and issued.
  • Communicate the status of the issuance through completion.
  • Follow-up with the client to ensure the package was received.

Ensure Project Documentation is Correct
The Job Captain ensures that proper project documentation is thoroughly, correctly, and consistently followed. This includes (but is not limited to):
  • Correct drawing set-up and filing.
  • Correct folder structure set-up and ongoing maintenance.
  • Correct and timely issue sheets.
  • Correct post-project filing and archiving.
  • All changes are bubbled appropriately. If a drawing is being filed for the first time, there should be no bubbling.
  • Delta in the revisions must match the Delta in the title block.
  • All applicable DOB notes should be turned on for DOB filing. If a job is outside New York, any NY-related notes should be turned off.
  • The PAA sub-number is correct.
  • The initials of the team members are on the title blocks for all drawings. XX doesn't work here.
  • Include the correct DOB Now number.
  • Be clear with the CAD/BIM group on project set-up expectations.
  • Adhere to the company standard project folder structure.
  • Check to see if drawings, folders, and issue sheets have been set up correctly.
  • Properly place project files into the correct folders within the drive.
  • Notify Operations and Office Management that a project is confirmed for archiving.

Communication
Level 2 (Intermediate Proficiency)
  • Understands the fundamentals of project communication and can demonstrate solid fundamental project communication on a consistent basis. Demonstrates polished communication & careful listening, and tailors' communication to the audience. Expresses thoughts clearly, concisely, professionally, with appropriate style, tone, spelling, and grammar. Communication is timely, with the right amount of detail. Enlists the support of others, identifies key decision makers, and builds alliances to advance business needs.

Leadership
Level 2 (Intermediate Proficiency)
Performance Management
  • Leads by example and takes on challenges with enthusiasm. Seeks out opportunities for advancement by being willing to work smarter and harder than everyone else. Takes ownership & responsibility regardless of how mistakes are made, works with others to address issues & create solutions, and works to emulate the qualities of authority figures.

Conflict Management
  • Demonstrates a basic understanding of conflict resolution by defusing tension. Takes the time to listen, is open & receptive to the ideas & opinions of others and encourages dialogue.

Diversity
  • Demonstrates a common knowledge or understanding of cross-cultural sensitivity by understanding & respecting cultural differences. Is personable and genuine, with a demonstrated ability to show understanding and respect for cultural differences.

Accountability
Level 2 (Intermediate Proficiency)
Self-Direction & Sense of Urgency
  • Demonstrates consistency in ability to habitually take advantage of opportunities to identify and act on problems. Sets consistently challenging goals, demonstrates urgency & drives hard to achieve them.

Flexibility & Resilience
  • Demonstrates consistency in ability to be habitually flexible and resilient. Consistently takes advantage of opportunities to respond quickly to change or consider new approaches. Can deal with ambiguity by responding appropriately & effectively to uncertain situations.

Integrity
  • Consistently demonstrates integrity by taking advantage of opportunities to take responsibility for own actions and tell the truth.

Results-Driven
  • Demonstrates results-oriented mind-set & "no-excuse" attitude by taking advantage of opportunities to set and achieve challenging goals on a consistent basis.

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