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Hawthorne, CA4 days ago

San Francisco, CA30+ days ago

Full-time

Got Light brings a fresh, artistic approach to lighting, audio, video, staging, and drape for the special event, corporate AV, and wedding world. You’ll chase opportunities, pitch standout concepts, and build long-term partnerships—translating client goals into elevated event experiences.

San Francisco, CA30+ days ago

$120,000–$135,000 Per Year

Glumac's Lighting Studio: The Glumac Lighting Studio collaborates across all Glumac offices on projects, working with many different clients and design styles providing electrical lighting and daylighting designs to clients at all levels of project participation from design assist to full project design-bid-build involvement. As Glumac's next Senior Lighting Designer in San Francisco, California, you'll bring creativity, technical depth, and business development instinct to projects that matter-while helping grow our presence in the market and mentor the next generation of designers.

Los Angeles, CA26 days ago

$104,800–$127,050 Per Year

Work with clients and design teams to deliver documentation for successful lighting installation in healthcare, commercial buildings, hospitality, urban scale master planning, and museum projects. Work on architectural lighting construction administration services, RFI and submittal responses, and design coordination with local architects and other design disciplines.

Universal City, CA9 days ago

$85,000–$115,000 Per Year

We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. Work with lighting and department project management to establish and maintain a lighting project budget and schedule, including providing requested financial information in a timely fashion for approval, properly estimating and providing technician labor forecasts, and iterating on design to align with all project requirements.

Los Angeles, CA30+ days ago

We're seeking a motivated self‑starter who will support large, multidisciplinary projects and lead all lighting design aspects of smaller assignments, including developing design solutions; coordinating with design teams, owners, and internal support staff; overseeing luminaire selection and lighting control intent; ensuring energy code compliance; producing documentation and details; managing construction administration; and stewarding budgets and fees. In addition to your regional focus, you will collaborate with our broader team of 20+ dedicated lighting specialists that support our US and Canadian Buildings multidisciplinary practice.

San Diego, CA24 days ago

$90,000–$120,000 Per Year

Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world's most complex challenges.

Universal City, CA9 days ago

$85,000–$115,000 Per Year

San Francisco, CA21 days ago

$40 Per Hour
Part-time

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an email to Rebecca Dawes at rdawes@stanfordhotels.com or call 415-266-9821 to let us know the nature of your request. The ideal candidate is collaborative, pro-active, self-motivated, positive, enthusiastic, energetic and willing to learn new things.

Anaheim, California30+ days ago

Job Posting Segment: WDI Creative DevelopmentJob Posting Primary Business: Global Design Services (WDI)Primary Job Posting Category: Show Lighting DesignEmployment Type: Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Anaheim, CA, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-05-04 The Senior Show Lighting Designer leads and supports the design implementation and lighting installation effort for the project interfacing and coordinating with the project team including Show Lighting Designers whose specialty is in lighting control.

San Francisco, CA30+ days ago

$70,000–$90,000 Per Year

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Demonstrated competency in all phases of architectural lighting • Expert knowledge of working drawings and procedures • Knowledge of electrical principles as they relate to artificial lighting • Intermediate knowledge of lighting control systems, energy codes, and energy-efficient design principles • Proven ability to work collaboratively • Intermediate presentation and graphic communication skills • Advanced skills and/or knowledge in the following areas: • Knowledge of lighting products • Sketching and rendering skills • Revit skills, a plus • Lighting calc skills (AGI132, Elumtools or similar) • Adobe Create Suite skills • Verbal and written communication skills. Other responsibilities include: • Actively participates in and oversees the design, development and production of Lighting Designs • Prepares lighting plans, lighting schedules, specifications, sections, elevations and drawing packages • Creates innovative, creative and complete design concepts and may present to clients • Mentors the work of Junior and Intermediate Lighting Designers.

Fremont, CA30+ days ago

$92,000–$180,000 Per Year

Working alongside the most creative and resourceful designers and engineers in the world on a lean and agile team, you will be responsible for cabin design themes, from concept definition at the industrial design phase, to prototype creation, design iterations as well as working with suppliers on developing new key technologies and methodologies to enable scaling of the design. Work with cross functional integration of interior lighting and switches with the Tesla design/styling team, interior engineering, Low-voltage electronics and manufacturing as well as with Tesla supply chain teams and supplier engineers to achieve technical feasible designs.

Long Beach, CA30+ days ago

Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types, as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. Working alongside experienced lighting designers and engineers, the intern will assist with developing lighting concepts, preparing design documentation, performing lighting calculations, and supporting project coordination efforts.

los angeles, CA30+ days ago

Light and Green is the leading provider of state-of-the-art plaster LED architectural lighting in North America, known for impeccable craftsmanship, innovative designs, and an eco-friendly approach. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to our company's growth while helping clients illuminate their projects with cutting-edge lighting solutions.

Los Angeles, CA11 days ago

Setting up scene lights to match color keys and concept art, with an understanding of lighting aesthetics to keep artistic style consistent with the defined visual style for the game; Understanding of Unity and UE rendering pipeline and lighting setups, shading; Create and maintain all elements of lighting i.e., dynamic, prebaked, interior, and exterior setups; Maintain a balance between visual quality and performance requirements for real real-time game application; Participate in R&D of new techniques to implement into the production pipeline; Pipeline development and technical guides creation; Work with art leads and designers to create compelling lighting for a variety of environments while maintaining a consistent style throughout the game; Research of new programs and techniques appearing on the market. 3+ years of game development experience, including lighting a variety of in-game environments; Experience working through an entire production cycle and previously shipping AAA PC or console titles in a similar role; A portfolio or demo reel that demonstrates a keen eye for detail and the ability to use light, shadow, and color to create a variety of tones and moods; Understanding of Unreal Engine rendering pipeline, real-time lighting techniques and shading; Intermediate+ level of English proficiency, both written and spoken, for smooth communication and documentation.

Northern, CA30+ days ago

Success in this position includes delivering accurate, defensible lighting and controls designs; leading high-quality field audits with rigorous QA/QC processes; developing practical procurement and deployment strategies; providing effective mentorship and technical leadership; producing high-quality documentation and estimates; and fostering strong collaboration across internal teams and external partners. This position is designed for a highly experienced technical contributor who can immediately support project delivery, guide design development, mentor junior engineers, and serve as a trusted internal resource across performance engineering teams.

San Francisco, CA18 days ago

$134,300–$171,800 Per Year

Deep knowledge of lightmap baking, dynamic lighting tools, image based specular lighting, indirect light probes, post-process volumes and real-time rendering and raytracing. + Work with Art Directors, VFX Supervisors, Other Department Leads to define and direct Lighting tools and setups/rigs for environments, characters and interactive game assets.

San Francisco, CA24 days ago

$103,812–$132,930 Per Year

ILM’s Interactive team advances the studio’s legacy of innovation by developing original immersive experiences across virtual reality, augmented reality and location-based platforms. + Have a deep understanding of lightmap baking, dynamic lighting tools, image based specular lighting, indirect light probes, post-process volumes and real-time rendering.

Northridge, California30+ days ago

Remote

The Global Business Development Manager will be key in building, driving, and tightening our global relationships with key lighting designers to our brand by assuring frequent touchpoints and unfiltered engagement/feedback directly between key lighting designers and product management, R&D, application engineering, and marketing. The Global Business Development Manager – Entertainment Lighting will be responsible for driving global business growth and market adoption of Martin Entertainment Lighting solutions across 3 key vertical markets: Concert, Touring, and Event within the Professional Solutions business.

San Francisco, California30+ days ago

ABOUT THIS JOB: Got Light is looking for skilled light board operators for special events, corporate events, general sessions, product launches, and more! We produce hundreds of events each year including some of the most notable events in the City, including major opening parties and social galas.

Northridge, California30+ days ago

Monitor and report on market trends, customer needs, and competitive activities through product, price, and market data to refine sales strategies and maintain a competitive edge. Harman Professional is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Regional Sales Manager who will be responsible for driving Martin Lighting sales to maximize revenue within the West Coast U.S. territory.

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Carson, CAToday

$55,000–$80,000 Per Year

The Project Coordinator will collaborate closely with our design team, dealers, and representatives to intake new projects, conduct scope calls to establish project parameters, and work alongside account managers to facilitate invoices. · Work with assigned outside sales managers to track the status of projects in the pipeline and to maintain customer satisfaction with project deliverables and processes.

Remote/Road/Home Office, CA25 days ago

Remote

Work alongside production design team to assist in the designs of upcoming shows, including WWE live events and PLEs, NXT live events and PLEs, and any other WWE/TKO live events. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world's premier bull riding organization.

Northridge, CA30+ days ago

Remote

$117,000–$171,600 Per Year

The Global Business Development Manager will be key in building, driving, and tightening our global relationships with key lighting designers to our brand by assuring frequent touchpoints and unfiltered engagement/feedback directly between key lighting designers and product management, R&D, application engineering, and marketing. The Global Business Development Manager - Entertainment Lighting will be responsible for driving global business growth and market adoption of Martin Entertainment Lighting solutions across 3 key vertical markets: Concert, Touring, and Event within the Professional Solutions business.

Los Angeles, CA30+ days ago

$28–$30 Per Hour

Insomniac takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction.

San Bernardino, CA30+ days ago

$28–$30 Per Hour

Dana Point, California11 days ago

Since 1995, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives has been delivering beautiful outdoor lighting displays for homes, businesses, hospitality buildings, and countless other properties. An Outdoor Lighting Perspectives Lighting Installer will be responsible for installation of low voltage outdoor lighting systems generally in residential settings.

Turlock, CA30+ days ago

$6,800–$7,200

HOW TO APPLY & DEADLINE: A complete application must include: an application cover letter specifically addressing the position description and qualifications; unofficial photocopies of graduate transcripts; a statement of teaching philosophy/or an Artist statement outlining Design Philosophy and Goals and evidence of teaching proficiency; professional/educational CV, including the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references. In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, crime report statistics are available at: http://www.csustan.edu/UPD/pages/CampusCrimeStatistics/index.html.

Burbank, California30+ days ago

Job Posting Title: Lighting ArtistReq ID: 10142367Job Description: For the last century, Walt Disney Animation Studios has been combining the best in artistry and storytelling with cutting-edge technology to bring wonderful new characters and visual spectacle to the big screen for audiences around the world. Job Posting Segment: WDAS Bur ProdJob Posting Primary Business: WDAS Bur ProdPrimary Job Posting Category: ProductionEmployment Type: Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Burbank, CA, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-02-09

Northridge, CA30+ days ago

$117,000–$171,600 Per Year

San Francisco, CA30+ days ago

$36–$40 Per Hour
Part-time

Operate ETC GIO to program and run lighting cues and effects during events, rehearsals, and live performances, following the cues specified by the lighting designer and stage management team. Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines while managing electrical equipment and the setup of lighting equipment to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel, performers, and spectators.

Irvine, CA30+ days ago

$137,800–$172,200 Per Year

Leverage expertise in plastics, injection molding, optical design, GD&T principles, tolerance stack-up analysis, and electronics to solve complex technical problems and evaluate design trade-offs using first-principles reasoning and root-cause analysis, ensuring all parts and assemblies are optimized for high-volume manufacturing. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

San Bernardino, California30+ days ago

Insomniac takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction.

Burbank, California30+ days ago

Job Posting Title: Lighting Artist (DAILY)Req ID: 10143519Job Description: For the last century, Walt Disney Animation Studios has been combining the best in artistry and storytelling with cutting-edge technology to bring wonderful new characters and visual spectacle to the big screen for audiences around the world. Job Posting Segment: WDAS Bur ProdJob Posting Primary Business: WDAS Bur ProdPrimary Job Posting Category: ProductionEmployment Type: Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Burbank, CA, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-02-23

Irvine, California30+ days ago

$137,800–$172,200 Per Year

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Long Beach, California6 days ago

Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. Job Duties Include: • Prepare detailed lighting plans, layouts, and schematics using CAD, Revit, and lighting photometric calculation software for various commercial and residential construction projects.

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Long Beach, CA6 days ago

$71,500–$83,500 Per Year
Part-time

Los Angeles, CA30+ days ago

$80,000–$90,000

This is a hands-on role at the core of project delivery that owns the drawing set, coordinates the consultant team, and ensures the design vision translates into buildable, permit-ready documents. Develop interior architecture across spatial relationships, millwork and cabinetry packages, reflected ceiling plans, interior elevations, finish and material schedules, and lighting details.

Mill Valley, CA30+ days ago

About the Role: The Senior Interior Designer will take a leadership role in shaping the design direction of corporate workplace interiors while collaborating closely with project managers, clients, consultants, and internal teams. Working Style: Hybrid Working Style - on-site visits/travel when neededAre you a design-driven Senior Interior Designer who excels at translating workplace strategy into thoughtful, high-performing environments?.

Costa Mesa, CA30+ days ago

$166,000–$220,000 Per Year

To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

Orange, CA28 days ago

While performing duties of this job, you would occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear (this includes being able to hear and talk on site based communication equipment), distinguish between various colors, be able to hear safety tones/notifications, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, temperature or controls. You'll partner with experienced, multi-discipline teams to solve complex challenges and deliver high-quality electrical engineering and design solutions that drive meaningful impact for our clients.

Roseville, CA30+ days ago

$78,000–$97,000 Per Year

Project work performed and supported by this role includes geologic field reconnaissance mapping to identify and characterize geologic hazards, logging and sampling geotechnical borings, developing geologic models through interpretation of available surface/subsurface data, and preparing technical reports. You will assist with a wide variety of projects, including rockfall evaluation and mitigation, storm damage assessment and repair, post-fire assessment and debris flow mitigation, fault hazard evaluation, seismic source characterization, geotechnical and structural instrumentation, and water conveyance inspections (canals, tunnels, penstocks).

Long Beach, CA30+ days ago

$30–$35 Per Hour

The Christmas Light Guy Co., We are a fast-growing commercial holiday lighting and experiential design company specializing in custom lighting installations, seasonal decor, and large-scale visual displays for commercial properties, municipalities, and high-end clients. Our team delivers creative design, photorealistic renderings, and high-impact visual solutions that help clients transform spaces and attract customers.

CA24 days ago

$100–$140 Per Hour

We are looking for a senior contract product designer to lead the design of the cross-platform mobile and tablet experiences across Korrus apps, beginning with OIO. We expect this to begin with a focused discovery and audit phase: time for you to learn the products, review how customers use them today, and identify what to keep, what to fix, and what to rethink.

San Diego, California30+ days ago

This work can include, but is not limited to, the development of one-lines, schematics, panel design, physical design plans such as conduit and duct bank plans, grounding plans, lighting plans, cable and connection plans as well as detailed material take-offs and bills of material. Visits work sites to collect information and assist with determination of scope to enable designs of moderate to high complexity for additions and modifications to Company gas and/or electric facilities from onset through completion of project.

Davis, CA12 days ago

At the center of CPE's online and digital learning ecosystem is the Learning Innovation Department, a multidisciplinary group of instructional designers, learning systems experts, media professionals, and quality assurance specialists who partner with faculty and program teams to design and deliver engaging, accessible, and scalable learning experiences. Joining the Learning Innovation Department means contributing to a mission-driven environment where learning experience design is both a craft and a catalyst-supporting equitable access to education, advancing teaching and learning innovation, and helping learners achieve meaningful outcomes at every stage of their educational journey.

San Diego, CA17 days ago

Our staff leads and collaborates with Kiewit's module fabrication and construction teams to approach construction-driven engineering with a focus on safe, cost effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence. Experience utilizing a computer-aided drafting program (MicroStation, AutoCAD, Navis Works) and have knowledge of the latest computer operating systems; thorough understanding of spreadsheets and databases.

Carlsbad, CA30+ days ago

Contractor

Designers at NVA play an essential role in shaping the visual, auditory, and atmospheric world of a production while working in close collaboration with directors, stage management, technical staff, and fellow designers. This posting is intended as a general hiring pool for design roles that may include, but are not limited to, scenic, lighting, costume, sound, props, projection, and other production design disciplines.

Los Angeles, CA10 days ago

$130,000–$160,000 Per Year

WHAT YOU'LL DO: As a key member of the project team, the Senior Project interior Designer: Leads overall design direction with guidance from the Design Director or Design Principal, shaping the conceptual vision for one or more projects from early exploration through design development. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships.

Los Angeles, California30+ days ago

The Intermediate Designer works in the various phases of small and/or specialized phases of large, complex projects, assisting with rendered plans and section elevations, furniture layouts, color and material boards, drawing presentations, and product sourcing. The Intermediate Designer participates in complex interior design assignments and supports the preparation of drawings, CAD design, graphics and sketching; client presentations; and organizes sample resources for the Studio.

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Lighting Designer Jobs in California

Lead Power System Electrical Engineer Davron LLC

Event Designer | Corporate AV & Lighting Got Light

Senior Lighting Designer - San Francisco, CA Tetra Tech Inc

Senior Lighting Designer Arup Group Ltd

Show Lighting Designer II Universal Parks & Resorts

Senior Lighting Designer Stantec Inc

Associate Lighting Designer Exp Global Inc

Show Lighting Designer II NBCUniversal Media LLC

Lighting Designer Stanford Hotels Corporation

Senior Show Lighting Designer - Project Hire/ Internal Assignment The Walt Disney Company

Lighting Designer Interior Architects

Interior Designer, Cabin UX & Lighting, Interiors Engineering Tesla Inc

Lighting Design Intern Salas Oâ€Brien Engineers Inc

lighting sales represenative light and green llc

Lighting Artist, Senior Room 8 Group

Lighting & Controls Solutions Specialist Willdan Group Inc

Senior Lighting Artist / Technical Director - Expression of Interest - ILM San Francisco The Walt Disney Company

Lighting Artist / Technical Director - Expression of Interest - ILM San Francisco The Walt Disney Company

Global Manager, Business Development, Entertainment Lighting Harman Becker Automotive Systems Manufacturing Kft

Light Board Operator Got Light

Regional Sales Manager, Martin Professional Lighting Harman Becker Automotive Systems Manufacturing Kft

Lighting Design Project Coordinator DMF Lighting

Senior Manager, Lighting & Show Production TKO Group Holdings, Inc.

Global Manager, Business Development, Entertainment Lighting Harman International Industries Inc

Insomniac - Seasonal Lighting Crew Manager, Elevated Experiences Live Nation Entertainment Inc

Insomniac - Seasonal Lighting Crew Manager, Elevated Experiences (Various Locations) Live Nation Entertainment Inc

Lighting Installer Outdoor Lighting Perspectives Orange County

Assistant Professor of Theatre - Lighting and Media Design California State University

Lighting Artist The Walt Disney Company

Regional Sales Manager, Martin Professional Lighting Harman International Industries Inc

AV/Lighting Technician Over-Hire Jewish Community Center of San Francisco

Staff Lighting Design & Release Engineer Rivian Automotive Inc

Insomniac - Seasonal Lighting Crew Manager, Elevated Experiences (Various Locations) Insomniac Holdings

Lighting Artist (DAILY) The Walt Disney Company

Staff Lighting Design & Release Engineer Rivian

Designer Salas O'Brien

Designer Salas O'Brien, Inc.

Architectural Designer - 3F0A001 SNIPEBRIDGE

Senior Interior Designer | Corporate Workplace Interiors Interior Talent

Senior Industrial Designer Anduril Industries Inc

Electrical Engineers and Electrical Designers Eichleay Inc

Senior Geological Designer GFT Infrastructure Inc

Graphic Designer The Christmas Light Guy Co.

Senior Product Designer (UX/UI) Korrus Apps - AI-First Design Soraa Inc.

Designer III Campos EPC

Lead Instructional Media Producer (INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER 3) University of California

Electrical Designer 4 Kiewit Corp

Designer New Village Arts Inc

Sr Project Interior Designer HOK Group Inc

Intermediate Designer WATG

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