Lighting Coordinator/Manager at InsideHigherEd

Category:: ProfessionalSubscribe:: Department:: TheatreLocations:: Binghamton, NYPosted:: Oct 23, 2025Closes:: Open Until FilledType:: Full-timeRef. No.:: 28769Position ID:: 193916About Binghamton University:Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty who value cutting-edge, and community-engaged research, teaching and service, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. Our high-achieving student body represents diverse experiences from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.Job Description:Budget Title: Instructional Support Associate (SL-2)Salary: $42,995+ (10-month, college-year, dependent on experience)Binghamton University is seeking an experienced Theatrical Lighting Technician to fill the role of Lighting Supervisor for the Theatre Department. This position will be responsible for training and leading the diverse and dedicated student lighting crews, overseeing the lighting shop and equipment, and leading the implementation of the lighting designs for all department productions. Excellent benefits and ability to pursue other opportunities in the summer.Key Responsibilities:Support faculty and student lighting designers in the implementation of the lighting designOversee all lighting inventory, (consoles, fixtures, atmospherics, cabling, templates/gobos, gel, accessories, practical and led elements, and electrical components), including documentation, and maintenanceOversee the Hang, Focus, maintenance, strike, storage, and/or return of all lighting equipment, and special effects for each productionPurchase and keep stocked consumables (lamps, gels, fluids, etc.) as necessary for the productions and instructional needsCoordinate Lighting (LX) Department production needs with other production departments and attend production meetings, tech, dress rehearsals, and notes sessionsTroubleshoot technical issues with lighting control systems, infrastructure (dimming systems and cabling), and lighting instruments (including Conventional Incandescent, LED, intelligent, and moving head fixtures)Assist in the supervision and mentorship of the students in crew duties, assignments, and crew calls, including student lighting technicians in roles such as Master Electrician, Assistant Master Electrician, Lighting Board Operator, and Lighting ProgrammerCollaborate with faculty and staff to support student learningMaintain a safe and inclusive learning environmentTrain students in lighting techniques, and industry best practicesRequirements:BA/BS/BFA in the area of Theatre Design/Technology, or equivalent degree, by Dec. 31, 2025Proficiency with operating ETC EOS lighting consolesKnowledge of modern lighting software such as Vectorworks & LightwrightKnowledge of lighting control and networking technology, including an understanding and ability to troubleshoot traditional DMX networks as well as wireless and node-based sACN/ARTNET/DMX networksKnowledge of modern theatrical lighting equipmentBasic understanding of Theatrical rigging systems, including counterweight systems and mechanical rigging systemsExperience with both LED and incandescent practical wiringFamiliarity with Google suite and/or similar word processor and spreadsheet softwareInterest in learning new techniques, methods and problem-solving. Ability to lift heavy equipment and work at various heightsPreferred:At least 2 years of educational experienceExperience with LED tape systems, both standard and pixel mappingExperience with programming GrandMA 3, Hog, or Avolite consolesAt least 2 years professional experience as a lighting technicianExperience using ETC Lighting Control Systems, Vectorworks,and/or Lightwright in a professional settingExperience as a crew lead/master electrician/lighting supervisor in a professional settingETCP Certification (in any area) or progress toward sameVisa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that Binghamton University is not an E-Verify employer.Additional Information:Offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected] information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/Cover letters may be addressed "To the Search Committee."Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.For information on the Dual Career Program, please visit:https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.htmlEqual Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerThe State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator by completing the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form.Application Instructions:All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=193916Deadline for Internal Applicants: Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filledReview of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.Please submit:Resume,Cover letter, andContact information for three professional referencesYou may add additional files/documents after uploading your resume. After you fill out your contact information, you will be directed to the upload page. Please login to check/edit your profile or to upload additional documents: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/login.jsp.