L.A. Dance Project
Los Angeles, CA
US

DESCRIPTION

L.A. Dance Project seeks an experienced NYC-based Lighting Director to join the company for an upcoming engagement in the city. The ideal candidate will collaborate with L.A. Dance Project’s Director of Production on a complex, large-scale production, which has already been presented in both domestic and international settings. They will have a strong background in lighting design and technical implementation of existing designs in dance, theater and/or opera, and will be a skilled multi-tasker. They will be a clear and effective communicator with strong time management and documentation skills.

Dates of the engagement are Feburary 18 - March 24.

BIPOC candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, and candidates with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

Day-to-day:

• Contribute to all in-theater rehearsals and technical rehearsals.

• Serve as associate / support to Lighting and Scenic Designer.

• Serve as a roaming/secondary LD.

• With Stage Management, track and document all lighting cues.

• Update existing repertory lighting paperwork to document any and all changes.

• In tandem with, and instructing local crew, manage and maintain all production lighting elements.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a lighting director / designer.

• Proficiency in VectorWorks, AutoCAD and Lightwright.

• Must be available to work evenings and weekends as needed.

• Must be able to use and communicate via a ClearCom (or similar) headset and microphone.

Touring rate for the Lighting Director position is $1500.00 per week.

To apply, please email resume and cover letter. L.A. Dance Project currently requires all company members and staff to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19.

DURATION

Feb 18, 2026 - Mar 24, 2026

SALARY

$1,500.00 – $1,500.00 per week

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