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# Lighting Design Associate

- **Company:** Stage Sound, Inc.
- **Location:** Roanoke, VA, United States
- **Salary:** $37,440.0 - $52,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Documentation, Networking Basics
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=cd954684682d9f10

## About the Role

* Familiarity with basic Professional-level audio, video, control systems, and networking fundamentals
 * Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
 * Solid working knowledge of theatrical/performance lighting system fundamentals, including DMX/RDM control, fixture addressing, lighting consoles, dimming/relay systems, and basic lighting system signal flow.
 * Familiarity with DALI, 0-10V, networked lighting control, or architectural lighting control is a plus."
 * Knowledge of ETC, CHAMSYS, MA programming/operation, a plus
 * Knowledge of Crestron, Extron and Qsys, a plus
 * Familiarity with estimating and system design workflows
 * Commitment to learn and stay abreast of new lighting equipment and practices as they hit the market. Obtain and maintain basic industry certifications as they become important for your position
 * Valid driver's license: willingness to travel regionally as required
 * RESUMES to: Jobs@stagesound.com NO PHONE CALLS

## Description

We are expanding our lighting design team with openings for both entry level and experienced candidates. The Lighting Design Associate positions are focused primarily on the design of theatrical and performance lighting systems. The designer will assist with projects from pre-sales through project completion, including fixture selection and layout, lighting control system design, equipment selection, power and control distribution, and system documentation. This position is ideal for someone with a background or education in theatrical lighting who is interested in applying those skills to permanent installations in theaters, schools, houses of worship, and other performance spaces. Experience or interest in audio, video, control systems, or other areas of AV integration is a plus., · Project Planning & Execution

 * Design projects from kickoff through closeout, including modifications and training
 * Review technical drawings, scopes of work, equipment lists, and contract documents
 * Prepare detailed project plans, including milestones, and equipment procurement schedules
 * Conduct pre-construction coordination with project manager and installation team
 * Occasionally assist with installations when needed
 * Create lighting plots including hangs and photometrics, as needed to support the sale and inform the team

· Team Coordination

 * Collaborate with engineering, installation, and programming teams to sequence work and resolve technical challenges