Career Profile Lighting Technicians Education Bachelor's This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $64,700 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. 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 1 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 1 openings per year are projected for Lighting Technicians. +17.0% Employment Change Employment for Lighting Technicians is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 17.0% between 2023 and 2028. $31.09 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 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. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
