Lighting technician
Sets up, maintains, and takes down lights, controls, and related electrical and rigging equipment for photography, TV, film, and live shows.
Will AI replace lighting technician jobs?
AI changes jobs more often than it replaces them. How much AI can help with this work: High. More AI overlap than 71 in 100 jobs. AI can help with many tasks. The job is changing fast, and people who use AI well will lead it. Based on Microsoft research on real AI use at work, matched to the tasks of each job in O*NET.
What AI already helps with
- Program lighting consoles or load automated lighting systems
- Set light brightness and color to match the lighting design
- Visit locations to check structure and electrical layout before setting up
What stays human
- Check wiring and setups for fire or shock risk
- Take apart and store equipment after performances
- Install electrical cables or wire fixtures
10-year outlook · USA
Expected change in the number of these jobs by 2035: -4.8%. Typical pay: $68,060 a year. US Bureau of Labor Statistics. German figures differ, but the direction is usually similar.
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