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Lighting Technician Courses in Bathurst

A Lighting Technician manages and adjusts lighting for productions, ensuring optimal effects and collaborating with the production team.

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  • This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Lighting Technician in Bathurst?

Get qualified to work as a Lighting Technician with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Course providers in Bathurst

The following providers offer Lighting Technician courses in Bathurst, New South Wales.
TAFE NSW
90003
1
Technical Education Development Institute
22300
1

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Lighting Technician generally earns $1,440 per week ($74,880 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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The number of people working as a Lighting Technician has remained stable over the last five years. There are a small number of people employed in this job role and there are currently 900 Lighting Technicians in Australia. Lighting Technicians may find work in larger towns and cities where productions are based.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re thinking of starting a career as a Lighting Technician you could enrol in a Certificate III in Live Production and Services. You could also consider a Certificate III in Broadcast Technology or a Certificate III in Screen and Media.

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Lighting Technician careers

If you are seeking to embark on a career in the lighting industry, consider enrolling in one of the many Lighting Technician courses in Bathurst available to aspiring professionals. Two excellent options for beginners include the Certificate III in Live Production and Technical Services CUA30420, and the Certificate III in Live Production and Services CUA30415. These courses provide a foundational understanding of lighting techniques and equipment, allowing you to gain essential skills for live events, performances, and productions.

For those who already possess prior experience or qualifications, there are advanced options such as the Certificate IV in Video and Audio Systems UEE41520 and the Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services CUA50415. These advanced Lighting Technician courses in Bathurst delve deeper into the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for mastering lighting technology and equipment, setting you on a path to higher-level roles in the field.

Training providers such as The Illawarra ITeC deliver these comprehensive courses, ensuring that students in Bathurst have access to top-quality education. Additionally, pursuing Lighting Technician courses aligns well with related fields of study such as Screen and Media courses and Film, TV and Production. By choosing a course that suits your skill level, you can develop the expertise needed to thrive in this dynamic industry in Bathurst and beyond. For more information on available Lighting Technician courses in Bathurst, please visit this page.