ISCO Specialization 2166.4.4 Lighting Director
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Lighting Director: Lighting directors determine what lights are needed during production, according to the video and motion picture director's creative vision. They use the script to design the lighting requirements for each shot. Lighting directors oversee the lighting setup and operation.
Essential Skills
- Lighting Techniques
- Keep Up With Trends
- Health And Safety Regulations
- Personal Directing Styles
- Create Solutions To Problems
- Analyse The Need For Technical Resources
- Supervise Lighting Crew
- Draw Up Lighting Plan
- Analyse A Script
- Consult With Production Director
- Design Lighting
- Use Specialised Design Software
- Technical Drawings
- Cinematography
- Finish Project Within Budget
- Use Technical Documentation
- Translate Artistic Concepts To Technical Designs
- Read Lighting Plans
Optional Skills
- Operate A Lighting Console
- Focus Lighting Equipment
- Work With The Director Of Photography
- Check Material Rescources
- Attend Rehearsals
- Prevent Technical Problems With Lighting Equipment
- Photography
- Supervise Equipment
- Use Storyboards
- Electricity
- Ensure Cooperation Among Production, Costume Department And Make-Up Department
- Operate Lighting Equipment
- Work With The Camera Crew
- Rig Lights
- Assess Power Needs
- Film Production Process
- Manage Technical Resources Stock
- Manage Budgets
- Create Storyboards
Alternative Names
- Television Lighting Director
- Lighting Designer And Director
- Television Lighting Supervisor
- Lighting Supervisor
- Tv Lighting Supervisor
- Motion Picture Lighting Director
- Lighting Designer & Director
- Tv Lighting Director
- Lighting Art Director
