Career Profile

Lighting Technician

Education Some college, no degree
This is the typical education required for this occupation.
Earnings $60,100
This is the median salary for this occupation.

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 Technician

Occupational Outlook

For the Rural Capital Area

4

Job Opportunities

Over the next five years, an average of 4 openings per year are projected for Lighting Technician.

+26.1%

Employment Change

Employment for Lighting Technician is forecasted to increase significantly more than the regional average by 26.1% between 2025 and 2030.

$28.88

Earnings Potential

The typical worker in this occupation is paid $28.88/hour. Entry level workers are paid $12.88, while experienced workers are paid $29.44. The median wage is comparable to the wage across all occupations.

Local Employment Opportunities

There are 23 Lighting Technician in the Rural Capital Area region. By 2030 this number could reach 29.

Top Employing Industries, Locally

The top industries employing Lighting Technician are Motion Picture and Video Industries, Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing, and All Other Industries.

Knowledge Areas

The top most significant knowledge categories for Lighting Technician include Computers and Electronics, Communications and Media, and Telecommunications.

Educational Attainment Patterns

The most common level of education for Lighting Technician is Bachelor's. 55% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.