Assistant Lighting Technician – Blue Man Group North American Tour

Job overview

The Assistant Lighting Technician – Blue Man Group North American Tour is a full-time touring position based in Lumberton, NC, with domestic travel for extended periods during the tour. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes a competitive salary commensurate with experience and benefits during active tour periods. The role supports Blue Man Group’s 2026 A New Holiday Surprise touring production. The technician assists the Head of Lighting with maintaining, operating, and troubleshooting show lighting and electrical equipment. The work helps preserve the production’s visual quality and technical precision across tour stops, with possible swing coverage for other departments when needed.

What you'll do

• Assist with setup, focus, programming, and operation of lighting systems and electrical practicals
• support accurate execution of lighting cues and effects
• perform daily checks, maintenance, and cleaning
• troubleshoot lighting and electrical issues
• maintain show documentation and cue sheets
• support performance running tracks, load-ins, focuses, and loadouts
• coordinate with technical departments
• adapt setups to venue dimensions and rigging
• support special events as required
• enforce safety policies and standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant lighting technician

blue man group

north american tour

stage lighting

lighting operations

grandma consoles

live event lighting

touring production

lumberton nc

cirque du soleil

domestic travel

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Benefits during active tour periods
• competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Why this role

Tour dates are October–December 2026. Requires familiarity with GrandMA lighting consoles, 2–3 years of theatrical or live-event lighting experience, and ability to lift at least 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work safely at height. May serve as a technical swing for Video, Carpentry, Props, and Wardrobe when coverage is needed.

About the employer

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events without Facilities. Sector: 71.