Lighting Designer

OVERVIEW: Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, diverse, and multicultural institution of higher education dedicated to the intellectual and professional advancement of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals through American Sign Language and English. Gallaudet maintains a proud tradition of research and scholarly activity and prepares graduates for career opportunities in a highly competitive, technological, and rapidly changing world. As part of the university, the Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center is a federally funded center that operates exemplary elementary and secondary education programs for deaf and hard of hearing students as well as national outreach programs which develop and disseminate innovative curricula, instructional techniques, and products nationwide, and provide information, training, and technical assistance to parents and professionals serving children from birth through age 21.Job Title:Lighting DesignerWorker Type:Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Pay Type:HourlyExempt Status:NoSupervisory Organization (Department):Student Engagement - JMSummary:Lighting Designer provides lighting support for the Performing Arts Program, collaborating with the technical crew (lighting, set, and costume) and the School Play Advisor on designing the lights for the performances.Job Description:Qualifications:Experience in working for the school play(s)/theatre.Experience in working with various lighting equipment.Provide feedback and support to the Performing Arts Program, the cast, and the crew.Demonstrate strong management skillsKnowledge and understanding of high school students (9th grade to 12th grade)Familiarity with performing arts programs and student disciplineCommitment to the programFluency in ASLApplication Information:Up-to-date ResumeEmployment Information:Starting Date: October 5, 2026 – May 31, 2027All employees hired must undergo and pay for a background investigation if selected for the job and must be cleared before starting the first day on the job. The current fee for the investigation can range from $35 to $135, depending on location.Background Check and SARP must be in good standing.Compensation: $18.40 per hourDeadline: Until FilledIf you have any questions, please contact Clerc Center Human Resources Office View email address on click.appcast.io Important Information:The successful candidate will undergo a background check that must be cleared prior to working at Gallaudet University.Current Employees (Regular Status and Extended Temporary)Please use the link below or the "Find Jobs" report directly within Workday. help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.Gallaudet University is an equal opportunity employer/educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age, hearing status, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, source of income, place of business or residence, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other unlawful basis. This policy is in compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the District of Columbia Human Rights Act, and other applicable laws and applies to all procedures affecting applicants and employees including, but not necessarily limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, reassignment, reappointment, tenure, demotion, selection for training, layoff, furlough, and termination, compensation, and all other conditions or privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr