Chicago Artists' Coalition - Lighting Designer

Lighting is needed in Chicago, United States.

Client: Chicago Artists’ Coalition

Location: Chicago, IL

Contract: Contract, Freelance

Job Description

Theater and Performance Studies program at Governors State University is seeking a Lighting Designer for its upcoming spring dance production of All That Jazz. The auditions will take place on September 4th with rehearsals beginning on September 8th, 2025. The performance dates are set for March 5 & March 7, 2026, at The Center for Performing Arts.

Responsibilities

• Design the lighting for TAPS’s production of All That Jazz
• Create and implement a lighting plot with in-house lighting equipment per the design
• Collaboratively work with the production team
• Maintain financial paperwork and receipts
• Coordinate focusing and cueing schedules with production staff
• Adhere to production deadlines
• Program the board and troubleshoot during the production
• Work professionally with student crew members
• Prepare and update lighting paperwork
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Duties in Collaboration with the Production Manager

• Share documentation for archival records
• Submit production financial records and receipts

Qualifications

• Proven Lighting Design experience
• Local to the Chicagoland area
• Ability to travel to the Governors State campus
• Attend all production meetings, design meetings, load-in, and tech rehearsals
• Timely execution of duties with a positive attitude
• Clear and timely communication skills
• Good time management and budgetary skills

Additional Information

The salary for this position is $1,100. Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter, and two references.

Job Type

Freelance/Contract/Temp

Compensation

$1,100 flat fee

Location

University Park/Chicago Southland