The lighting crew is the
custodian of the lighting equipment and is responsible for maintaining the
equipment in operating condition and keeping the equipment is in a safe
operating condition.
For a production, the lighting crew is
responsible for setting the lighting instruments and operating the equipment
during the performances.
The crew works with the director and/or lighting
designer to execute the stage lighting design and electrical special effects for
a designated production.
Typical procedures for a production:
Read the script noting required lighting and
cues.
Meet with the director or designer to determine
special lighting requirements.
Canvass instruments to determine that enough
are available.
Inventory lamps, gels, cables and supplies
arranging for more as needed.
Schedule a session(s) to hang and focus the
light instruments.
Program and document the light cues.
Attend rehearsals to practice operating the
lighting cues.
During the run of a production inspect and
maintain the lighting instruments.
At the end of a production, properly store
instruments and replenish supplies.
The lighting crew functions best with a least
three crew members.
