Lighting Coordinator​/Manager

Category: Professional |
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Department: Theatre |
Locations: Binghamton, NY |
Posted: Jan 8, 2026 |
Closes: Open Until Filled |
Type: Full-time | .: 28769 |
Position : 196114

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;
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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.

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.

• Support faculty and student lighting designers in the implementation of the lighting design.
• Oversee all lighting inventory (consoles, fixtures, atmospherics, cabling, templates/gobos, gel, accessories, practical and led elements, and electrical components), including documentation and maintenance.
• Oversee the hang, focus, maintenance, strike, storage, and/or return of all lighting equipment, and special effects for each production.
• Purchase and keep stocked consumables (lamps, gels, fluids, etc.) as necessary for the productions and instructional needs.
• Coordinate Lighting (LX) Department production needs with other production departments and attend production meetings, tech, dress rehearsals, and notes sessions.
• Troubleshoot 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 Programmer.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support student learning.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.

• BA/BS/BFA in the area of Theatre Design/Technology or equivalent degree.
• Proficiency with operating ETC EOS lighting consoles.
• Knowledge of modern lighting software such as Vectorworks & Light wright.
• Knowledge 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 networks.
• Knowledge of modern theatrical lighting equipment.
• Basic understanding of Theatrical rigging systems,…