Hannon Theatre- Lightening & Sound Designer 2026

Hannon Theatre - Lightening & Sound Designer Location: Loyola High School, Los Angeles, CA Position Summary The Lighting & Sound Designer will be responsible for the complete design, programming, implementation, and supervision of all lighting and sound elements for two annual productions: one play and one musical. The role requires close collaboration with the director and production team from initial concept through strike, ensuring all technical elements support the artistic vision while fostering an educational and collaborative environment for student technicians. The Designer will also train and mentor students in theatrical lighting and sound practices, equipment use, and backstage professionalism. Essential Responsibilities Read and analyze scripts to develop cohesive lighting and sound concepts. Create lighting plots, paperwork, cue outlines, and sound cue lists. Collaborate with the director and production team to support the artistic vision. Present design concepts and technical needs at pre‑production and production meetings. Coordinate equipment and technical inventory within the approved production budget. Lead weekly crew days to maintain the production schedule. Supervise and mentor student lighting and sound crew members. Oversee lighting hang, circuiting, focus, and programming. Set up, edit, and troubleshoot microphones, speakers, playback systems, and sound software. Maintain an organized and safe booth, catwalk, backstage, and storage environment. Train students in safe equipment operation and standard theatrical practices. Attend and actively participate in all technical rehearsals and performances. Program and adjust lighting and sound cues in collaboration with stage management and the director. Supervise student board operators during performances. Address technical issues, repairs, or emergency adjustments as needed. Ensure consistency and quality control across all performances. Oversee strike of lighting and sound equipment following the final performance. Ensure all equipment is properly stored, labeled, and returned to standard configuration. Document maintenance concerns or equipment replacement needs. Provide a final technical report and budget summary to the director or department head. Qualifications Background in technical theater, design, audio engineering, or related fields. Experience working in a high school, community, or educational theater setting. Experience supervising or mentoring student crews is preferred. In‑depth knowledge of lighting consoles, sound systems, microphones, and general theatrical equipment. Working knowledge of theatrical safety procedures and backstage operations. Familiarity with musical theater sound reinforcement and live microphone mixing (preferred). Expertise in the complete design, programming, and implementation of all lighting and sound elements for theatrical productions. Proficiency in creating lighting plots, paperwork, cue outlines, and sound cue lists. Demonstrated ability to set up, edit, and troubleshoot microphones, speakers, playback systems, and sound software. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage required production schedules and multiple deadlines simultaneously. Skill in programming theatrical lighting and sound software (preferred). Ability to collaborate effectively with the director and production team to achieve the artistic vision. Ability to train, mentor, and supervise student lighting and sound crews in equipment use and backstage professionalism. Ability to quickly and efficiently troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, repairs, or emergency adjustments during rehearsals and performances. Commitment to maintaining an organized, safe, and professional work environment. Reliable availability to fulfill all required meetings, crew days, rehearsals, and tech week commitments. Physical Requirements & Work Conditions Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently; standing, walking, climbing, and working on ladders, scaffolding, or catwalks for extended periods; fine motor skills required for technical equipment; normal vision and hearing for sound mixing and receiving verbal cues. Reasonable Accommodation Loyola High School of Los Angeles complies with all applicable state and federal laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Compensation & Benefits Stipend of $6,300 per show, reflecting the scope of the production schedule, including all required meetings, crew days, rehearsals, and tech week obligations. Specific details regarding the payment schedule will be discussed during the hiring process. Application Process One‑page letter of interest describing your technical/design philosophy and relevant experience. Resume or CV highlighting theater, technical, or related professional experience. Portfolio samples, cue sheets, production photographs, or design materials (digital submissions welcome). Contact information for two professional references. Equal Employment Opportunity Loyola High School of Los Angeles is committed to fostering a supportive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities in recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion for all people regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, age, medical conditions, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, transgender status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All personnel actions—including compensation, benefits, training, transfers, and terminations—will be administered without regard to these protected characteristics. Wage Range The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr LA Catholics