Lighting Technician

The Lighting Technician is responsible for the safe and proper operation of the lighting & special effects systems in the main theater during all shows and activities. They are also responsible for the cleaning, maintenance and ensuring the proper functioning of all conventional stage lighting as well as intelligent moving fixtures installed in various venues around the ship

Job Requirements

• Good knowledge of intelligent moving fixtures operation, maintenance and repair procedures
• Good knowledge of lighting console operation (GrandMa, GrandMa2, ETC)
• Good knowledge and understanding of show control and time code distribution
• Basic knowledge of lighting design and programming
• Basic knowledge in PC hardware & software maintenance and repair
• Theater background and experience, be familiar with industry terms, standards, rules, regulations and common practices
• Be able to work under pressure, multitask and make quick judgment calls
• Comfortable working at heights up to 35ft (10.5m), be able to safely climb an A‐frame ladder and properly operate a Genie lift
• Be able to work in a “review‐house” environment, with different shows happening in the same theater throughout the cruise, each one requiring different setups and pre‐checks.
• Friendly, professional, self‐motivated individual with a willingness to learn
• Excellent English verbal skills, able to understand and speak fluently in show‐running environments

Job Responsibilities

• The Light Technician’s job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following activities:
• Operate the main theater lighting systems.
• Responsible for the maintenance, repair and upkeep of all lighting systems in the main theater and around the ship
• Lamp and color media replacement / cleaning
• Inspect the laser, fog, haze systems periodically and perform their regular cleaning and maintenance (fluid replacement, etc.) to ensure their proper functioning.
• Check and ensure proper time code distribution to all devices requiring that prior to each show
• Operate all show‐related video equipment and projection systems during the show