Based in Stratford-upon Avon  ·  Lighting Designer

HR Lighting Services

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Services

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Lighting Design

Bespoke lighting schemes designed from concept to cue sheet. Proficient with EOS ETC, CHAMSYS QUICKQ, and Vari-lite FLX software.

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Live Operation

Experienced console operator for theatre productions and live events. Accurate, reliable cueing under pressure with full show control.

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Rigging & Technical

Stage rigging, production electrician services, and follow spot operation. Safe, efficient, and methodical.

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Sound & Audio Engineering

Setting up PA systems and monitors Microphone types and placement Mixing live sound on digital desks

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Video and Projection

Setting up projectors and screens Basic projection mapping Syncing sound, lighting, and video cues

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Stage Management & Technical Operation

Running technical rehearsals Cue calling and show operation Backstage communication systems Problem-solving during live performances Working as part of a technical crew

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Health, Safety & Professional Practice

Risk assessments & method statements Electrical safety Manual handling Working to industry safety standards Time management and teamwork

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Productions

Mary Poppins

Stratford-upon-Avon High School

LD Operator Technical DSM Technical Manager Production Electrician Technical Swing Rigger
2025

Shakespeare in Love, A Monster Calls, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

The BOA Group - The Old Rep Theatre

Technical Manager
2026

The Borrowers

Stratford Youth Theatre

Assistant Lighting Designer Lighting Technician LX Ops Stage Crew
2026

High School Musical

Stratford-upon-Avon High School

LD Operator Technical DSM Technical Manager Production Electrician Technical Swing
2025

Cinderella

Cover — November & December 2025

Cover
2025

Machinal

Stratford-upon-Avon High School

Operator Technical Lead Stage Crew
2024

February Gig

Stratford-upon-Avon High School

LD Operator Stage crew Rigger Lighting Design
2024

Midsummer Night's Dream

Stratford-upon-Avon High School

LD Operator Technical Swing Technical Manager Production Electrician
2024

Matilda

Stratford-upon-Avon High School

LD Operator Rigger Stage crew
2023
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Portfolio

Mary Poppins - Stratford Upon Avon High School
Mary Poppins - Stratford Upon Avon High School
Matilda - Stratford Upon Avon High School
Matilda - Stratford Upon Avon High School
Midsommer Nights Dream - Stratford Upon Avon High School
Midsommer Nights Dream - Stratford Upon Avon High School
High School Musical - Stratford Upon Avon High School
High School Musical - Stratford Upon Avon High School
The Borrowers - The Bear Pit Theatre
The Borrowers - The Bear Pit Theatre
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About

HR Lighting Service

A hardworking, motivated, and technically skilled lighting professional with a strong passion for theatre and live events. Currently studying a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Production Arts (Technical) at BOA Stage & Screen Production Academy.

With hands-on experience across a variety of shows and technical environments, I've built the confidence to perform effectively under pressure — both independently and as part of a team.

Equipment & Skills

EOS ETC CHAMSYS QUICKQ Vari-lite FLX Allen & Heath SQ7 Qlab 5 Follow Spot Operation Stage Rigging PA System Set-up Stage Mgmt Comms Production Electrician Level 1 Dante Certificate Teamwork and collaboration Time Management & Organisation Communication Professionalism & Work Ethic Confidence & Independence
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Productions as Lighting Designer or Operator
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Professional Lighting Consoles Operated

Education & Training

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma

Production Arts (Technical) — BOA Stage & Screen Academy, Birmingham (2025–2027)

Stratford-upon-Avon High School

GCSEs including Drama (Grade 6), Food Technology (Distinction 2), Health & Social Care- (Grade Pass L2), Maths (Grade 4), Science (Grade 44), English Literature (Grade 4), English Language(Grade 3) — 2020–2025

Basic First Aid

Trained via Army Cadets

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Contact

Let's work
together.

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Location Lower Quinton, Stratford-upon-Avon

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