Lighting Director

Business Title:
Lighting Director

Applications Accepted From:
Planning Unit Wide

Special Instructions to Applicants:
This is only open to Division of Student Affairs employees.

To apply, please complete and submit the online application and be prepared to attach 2 separate documents: current resume and current cover letter. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on the close date.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Posting Number:
2016379T

Department Summary:
Collaborate with departments and external clients of the university to coordinate lighting needs of events and activities.

Create, set-up, and dismantle lighting for productions in Baker University Center, Memorial Auditorium, Galbreath Chapel, and Walter Hall Rotunda.

Advance event needs with touring productions in coordination with the Technical Director.

Provide technical expertise and client support. Serve as house LD for large touring productions including the Performing Arts Series and Concert Series.

Setup, program and maintain intelligent lighting fixtures, lighting control consoles and networks, rigging equipment, and electrical systems for live and video productions.

Operate and maintain sACN lighting control networks and coordinate house lighting system updates and configurations.

Plan and supervise the set-up, operation and teardown of event production needs including audio, lighting, video, and staging as needed.

Train professional and student staff on installed equipment utilization.

This individual must be able to work smoothly in a fast-paced event environment with frequent interruptions and have a high level of emotional intelligence.

Position Profile:
Provides services related to the production and performance of fine and performing arts. Designs and fabricates artistic displays, scenery or costumes. Performs or oversees practical, mechanical, or industrial activities, including but not limited to: designing and organizing light, sound, and other electronic scenes for artistic performances or exhibitions: designing and fabricating artwork involving carpentry, ceramics, sculpting, welding, costume crafting, etc., maintaining related equipment: and ensuring shop/studio safety. Organizes exhibitions, performances, and events. May also involve teaching or training students in artistic practices.

Level Summary:
Manages and resolves complex and ambiguous issues. Works on both strategic and operational challenges, addressing problems that require advanced knowledge and experience. Often takes on leadership roles in projects or initiatives.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Provides mentorship and guidance to team. Infrequently has a limited number of direct reports.

Fiscal Responsibilities:
May have budgetary responsibility for small-scale projects or initiatives.

Problem Solving:
Solves complex problems, often with limited guidance.

Independence of Action:
Works independently; seeks guidance for unusual situations.

Communication and Collaboration:
Collaborates with team members and external departments. May represent the team in meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

Physical Requirements:
This job requires travel between event spaces to oversee events and student employee management. This role also has desk-based elements and involves use of desktop computers and other desk-based technology.

Minimum Qualifications:
Requires a Bachelors degree in a related field and 5 or more years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Department:
VP For Student Affairs

Pay Rate:
Salary will be commensurate with the candidates education and experience in relation to the minimum qualifications for the position, while also considering internal equity. Employees enjoy a generous benefits package .

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Pay Grade:
15

Pay Range:
$43,888.00-$62,459.00

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Job Category:
Administrative at-will appointment

Employment Type:
full-time regular

Job Family:
Fine & Performing Arts

Job Sub Family:
Technical Arts

Job Level:
IC3

Job Open Date:
06/03/2026

Posting End Date:
06/07/2026

Planning Unit:
Vice President for Student Affairs

Work Schedule:
This work schedule for this position is generally between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm Monday through Friday. Frequent early, late, and weekend hours will be based on scheduled event requirements. This is primarily an in-person position based on the Athens campus.

Months:
12 month

Campus:
Athens

Expected hours worked per week:
40+

Expected duration of assignment:
Ongoing

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.:
Tim Epley, ...

Non-Discrimination Statement:
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

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