{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ca86e6dc31ec7af0ce925ca2","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ca86e6dc31ec7af0ce925ca2","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ca86e6dc31ec7af0ce925ca2","title":"Lighting & Special Effects Programmer","description":"Description:\nImage Engineering is an industry leader in laser, lighting, special effects, and multimedia production. We combine art, engineering, fabrication, and technology to create immersive live experiences for concerts, sporting events, television productions, corporate events, and permanent installations.\nOur team has delivered over 500 projects across the United States for clients including Rihanna, Jay-Z, Tiësto, America's Got Talent, the Swiss Embassy, Walt Disney World, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and professional sports franchises throughout the NFL, NBA, and NHL.\nWe are seeking an experienced Lighting & Special Effects Programmer to join our team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled programmer who enjoys both creative design and hands-on field execution.\nPosition Details\n\nEmployment Type: Full-Time, Hourly\nPrimary Work Location: Baltimore, MD\nSchedule:\nOffice Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM\nEvent, installation, and show schedules will require various schedules: evenings, weekends, overnight travel, and extended hours.\nTouring Opportunities:\nThis team member will also support touring productions as needed.\nTour compensation and schedules are established separately on a project-by-project basis.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDesign, program, and execute lighting, laser, flame, and special effects systems for live events, installations, and productions.\nServe as the lead programmer and/or designer for assigned projects from concept development through show execution.\nCreate and maintain show files using GrandMA, Pangolin Beyond, Depence, and other industry-standard software platforms.\nCollaborate with clients, project managers, designers, vendors, and production teams to deliver successful projects.\nServe as Laser Safety Officer (LSO) when required, overseeing safe installation, operation, and removal of laser systems.\nComplete required service logs, permitting documentation, safety records, and compliance reports.\nAssist with troubleshooting, maintenance, testing, and repair of lighting, laser, flame, and special effects equipment.\nLead onsite crews during installation, operation, and strike of shows and events.\nMaintain compliance with OSHA requirements, company safety policies, and industry best practices.\nMaintain a clean, organized, and professional workspace.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nRequirements:\nAdvanced proficiency with GrandMA2 and GrandMA3 programming, workflows, fixture management, networking, and macros.\nAdvanced proficiency with Pangolin Beyond.\nExperience programming and operating lighting and laser systems for live events.\nAbility to lead technicians and production crews in a live event environment.\nStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work independently with minimal supervision.\nWillingness to travel frequently and accept assignments on short notice.\nAbility to perform effectively in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.\nValid driver's license and ability to pass a background check and drug screening.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with Depence previsualization software.\nExperience with laser projection systems and laser show programming.\nExperience with flame effects, pyrotechnics, or special effects equipment.\nLaser Safety Officer certification or ability to obtain certification.\nETCP certification or other entertainment technology certifications.\nBenefits\nAetna Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance\nFlexible Time Off (FTO) Program\nPaid Holidays\nJohn Hancock 401(k) Retirement Plan\nCompany-Paid Life Insurance\nAflac Supplemental Insurance\nRobust Employee Assistance Program\nDependent Care FSA Program\nCE Allowance\n...and more!","company":"Image Engineering","rawCompany":"image engineering","city":"Curtis Bay","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-27T13:40:03.513Z","occupations":[{"code":"27-4015.00","title":"Lighting Technicians","slug":"lighting-technicians"},{"code":"27-1014.00","title":"Special Effects Artists and Animators","slug":"special-effects-artists-and-animators"},{"code":"27-4011.00","title":"Audio and Video Technicians","slug":"audio-and-video-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"711320","title":"Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events without Facilities","slug":"promoters-of-performing-arts-sports-and-similar-events-without-facilities"},{"code":"711310","title":"Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities","slug":"promoters-of-performing-arts-sports-and-similar-events-with-facilities"},{"code":"711190","title":"Other Performing Arts Companies","slug":"other-performing-arts-companies"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Lighting & Special Effects Programmer","description":"Description:\nImage Engineering is an industry leader in laser, lighting, special effects, and multimedia production. We combine art, engineering, fabrication, and technology to create immersive live experiences for concerts, sporting events, television productions, corporate events, and permanent installations.\nOur team has delivered over 500 projects across the United States for clients including Rihanna, Jay-Z, Tiësto, America's Got Talent, the Swiss Embassy, Walt Disney World, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and professional sports franchises throughout the NFL, NBA, and NHL.\nWe are seeking an experienced Lighting & Special Effects Programmer to join our team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled programmer who enjoys both creative design and hands-on field execution.\nPosition Details\n\nEmployment Type: Full-Time, Hourly\nPrimary Work Location: Baltimore, MD\nSchedule:\nOffice Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM\nEvent, installation, and show schedules will require various schedules: evenings, weekends, overnight travel, and extended hours.\nTouring Opportunities:\nThis team member will also support touring productions as needed.\nTour compensation and schedules are established separately on a project-by-project basis.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDesign, program, and execute lighting, laser, flame, and special effects systems for live events, installations, and productions.\nServe as the lead programmer and/or designer for assigned projects from concept development through show execution.\nCreate and maintain show files using GrandMA, Pangolin Beyond, Depence, and other industry-standard software platforms.\nCollaborate with clients, project managers, designers, vendors, and production teams to deliver successful projects.\nServe as Laser Safety Officer (LSO) when required, overseeing safe installation, operation, and removal of laser systems.\nComplete required service logs, permitting documentation, safety records, and compliance reports.\nAssist with troubleshooting, maintenance, testing, and repair of lighting, laser, flame, and special effects equipment.\nLead onsite crews during installation, operation, and strike of shows and events.\nMaintain compliance with OSHA requirements, company safety policies, and industry best practices.\nMaintain a clean, organized, and professional workspace.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nRequirements:\nAdvanced proficiency with GrandMA2 and GrandMA3 programming, workflows, fixture management, networking, and macros.\nAdvanced proficiency with Pangolin Beyond.\nExperience programming and operating lighting and laser systems for live events.\nAbility to lead technicians and production crews in a live event environment.\nStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work independently with minimal supervision.\nWillingness to travel frequently and accept assignments on short notice.\nAbility to perform effectively in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.\nValid driver's license and ability to pass a background check and drug screening.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with Depence previsualization software.\nExperience with laser projection systems and laser show programming.\nExperience with flame effects, pyrotechnics, or special effects equipment.\nLaser Safety Officer certification or ability to obtain certification.\nETCP certification or other entertainment technology certifications.\nBenefits\nAetna Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance\nFlexible Time Off (FTO) Program\nPaid Holidays\nJohn Hancock 401(k) Retirement Plan\nCompany-Paid Life Insurance\nAflac Supplemental Insurance\nRobust Employee Assistance Program\nDependent Care FSA Program\nCE Allowance\n...and more!","datePosted":"2026-07-27T13:40:03.513Z","dateModified":"2026-07-27T13:40:03.513Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Image Engineering","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Curtis Bay","addressRegion":"MD","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"ca86e6dc31ec7af0ce925ca2"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ca86e6dc31ec7af0ce925ca2"}}