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Lighting Technicians

Job Zone 3 - Medium preparation needed

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Set up, maintain, and dismantle light fixtures, lighting control devices, and the associated lighting electrical and rigging equipment used for photography, television, film, video, and live productions. May focus or operate light fixtures, or attach color filters or other lighting accessories.

Pay & job outlook

Median pay: $68,060/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)

$42,310$130,760

Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.

Job outlook: -4.6% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.

About 800 openings per year, on average, over the decade.

Typical entry-level education: Postsecondary nondegree award.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the median pay for Lighting Technicians?

The median pay for Lighting Technicians is $68,060 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

What's the job outlook for Lighting Technicians?

Employment for Lighting Technicians is projected to change -4.6% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.

What education is typically required for Lighting Technicians?

Typical entry-level education: Postsecondary nondegree award.

How many job openings are there each year for Lighting Technicians?

About 800 openings per year, on average, over the decade.