Hire a Lighting Director in Los Angeles, CA
At a Glance
Assignment Desk provides professional lighting director services in Los Angeles, CA. Our lighting directors come fully equipped with Lighting console (ETC, GrandMA), LED panel arrays, Ellipsoidal and Fresnel fixtures and operate on standard 10-hour production days. Available for corporate, broadcast, commercial, and live event productions. Book today for immediate availability.
What Does a Lighting Director Do?
A Lighting Director (LD) designs and executes the lighting plan for studio, stage, and live event productions. They create lighting plots, select and position fixtures, program lighting consoles, and make real-time adjustments during live shows. The LD works closely with the Technical Director and Director of Photography to ensure the visual look matches the creative vision while meeting broadcast technical standards.
Standard Equipment
Common Shoot Scenarios
- Live broadcast studio shows
- Concert and stage productions
- Award ceremonies
- Corporate keynotes
- Worship and house-of-worship broadcasts
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Production Guidelines in Los Angeles
Standard Day Rate: All lighting director bookings in Los Angeles are based on a 10-hour production day, which includes setup, shooting, and wrap time.
Overtime: Hours beyond the standard 10-hour day are billed at time-and-a-half. We recommend building buffer time into your schedule for complex productions.
Local Radius: The local production zone covers a 30-mile radius from downtown Los Angeles (2629 Foothill Blvd. #110). Locations outside this radius may include travel time and mileage charges.
Equipment: All crew arrive with their standard equipment package. Custom gear requests (specialty lenses, additional lighting, etc.) can be arranged with advance notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a lighting director cost in Los Angeles, CA?
Lighting Director rates in Los Angeles vary based on project scope, equipment needs, and shoot duration. Assignment Desk offers competitive day rates on a standard 10-hour production day. Contact us at 312-464-8600 or visit our booking page for a custom quote.
What equipment does a lighting director bring to a shoot?
Our lighting director professionals in Los Angeles typically arrive with Lighting console (ETC, GrandMA), LED panel arrays, Ellipsoidal and Fresnel fixtures, DMX controllers and cables, Truss and rigging hardware, Color gels and diffusion. Equipment packages can be customized based on your production requirements.
How do I book a lighting director in Los Angeles, CA?
You can book a lighting director in Los Angeles by filling out our online booking form or by calling 312-464-8600. We offer same-day availability in most markets and can confirm crew within hours.
What is the standard work day for a lighting director?
The standard production day for a lighting director is 10 hours, including setup and wrap. Overtime is billed at time-and-a-half after 10 hours. Travel time applies for locations outside the 30-mile local radius of Los Angeles.
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