STUDENT- Park Productions - Lighting Lead

Please apply by Sun, March 29th, and be sure to attach a resume and cover letter with our application to be considered. 

The Lighting Team Lead oversees all lighting design and executions for Park Productions video shoots, including managing other lighting staff. Working closely with the camera team and equipment manager, this role ensures that we maintain visual consistency throughout different interview/documentary style projects.

Market hiring Range: $16.30-16.45 Hiring Manager: Devan Accardo

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Knowledge

• Use office hours to become proficient with Park Productions grip/electric gear.
• Understand the differences between modifiers, and when they are most useful.
• Assist DP in creating thoughtful setups that communicate the intended message.

Education

• Host lighting workshop(s) each semester to help train other students on lighting equipment and techniques
• Communicate to team members about upcoming Park Productions opportunities.
• Train new members on grip/electric equipment (Amaran System, Sidus Link, stands, flags, grip kits, power, safety, etc)

Role Expectations:

• Ability to craft high quality lighting setup, free from distractions, and color inconsistencies
• Open communication with Pro Unit about upcoming projects.
• Strong teaching skills to a team of roughly 15 members.
• Familiarity with common lighting problems that may arise on set, and ability to quickly problem solve
• Managerial & organizational skills to assign other lighting staff to projects when needed

Ithaca College’s student employment program offers meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills sought by employers across various industries. These positions allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings, fostering both personal and professional growth.
Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.
It is advised that applicants apply attaching both a resume and cover letter. Application screening will begin immediately. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the I-9 and employment eligibility requirements. You will need to bring your original, unexpired, authorized personal identification documents to your designated representative or The Office of Human Resources (Peggy Ryan Williams Center, Garden Level) to complete the form. More about acceptable documentation can be found here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acce... Please note that photos or copies will not be accepted.
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