Living the Lighting Life

Living the Lighting Life coaches the reader on achieving a successful career in entertainment lighting by providing practical tools and advice from seasoned professionals. This book covers topics such as lighting roles and procedures, moving through job positions and opportunities, maintaining and developing creativity, self promotion, business tools, personal and professional relationships, travel tips, and more. Included are interviews with key industry professionals at different stages in their careers, providing real-world experience and multiple viewpoints on what makes a successful career. The author, who has over 30 years of experience in the lighting industry himself, expertly guides readers to an understanding of this complex and exciting career choice, exploring multiple genres of entertainment, including concert, theatre, corporate, festival, and house of worship, so readers are fully informed when planning their career path. With insightful guidance and advice from industry veterans and experts, Living the Lighting Life is a key navigational resource for students of entertainment lighting, those early in their lighting profession, and anyone considering a career in entertainment lighting.