performance lighting director

Description

Performance lighting directors determine what lights are needed during production, according to the video and motion picture director's creative vision. They use the script to design the lighting requirements for each shot. Performance lighting directors oversee the lighting setup and operation.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

technical drawings lighting techniques health and safety regulations cinematography film production process artificial lighting systems photography electricity

Practical Skills

draw up lighting plan analyse the need for technical resources familiarise with personal directing styles consult with production director keep up with trends use specialised design software use technical documentation design lighting finish project within budget adapt designers’ work to the performance venue read lighting plans translate artistic concepts to technical designs supervise lighting crew plan act lighting analyse a script design an artificial lighting system create solutions to problems use storyboards attend rehearsals light a show assess power needs focus lighting equipment check material resources collaborate on costume and make-up for performances supervise equipment operate lighting equipment operate a lighting console focus stage lights manage technical resources stock rig lights manage budgets work with the director of photography work with the camera crew create storyboards prevent technical problems with lighting equipment develop drama production process