FREELANCE LIGHTING & EVENT TECHNICIAN
The technician is responsible for the setup, operation, and strike of professional lighting and sound equipment for events. This includes handling load-ins, load-outs, and ensuring site safety across various locations in the GTA.
- On-site
- Toronto, ON
- Posted Aug 16, 2026
- Apply by Sep 15, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Vamos Events is looking for an experienced Lighting & Event Technician to join our technical team on a freelance, event-by-event basis across the GTA and surrounding areas. Requirements: Hands-on experience with Martin LightJockey lighting control software Experience with moving heads and professional event lighting equipment Experience with basic sound equipment setup, including speakers, stands and cabling Comfortable assisting with full load-in, equipment setup, strike and load-out Able to safely lift, carry and move event production equipment, including speakers, lighting fixtures, stands and cases Good understanding of event-site safety, cabling and proper equipment handling Reliable, punctual and able to work efficiently as part of an event production team Available for evenings, weekends and late-night load-outs Valid Ontario G driver’s licence Reliable personal vehicle required for travel to and from varying event locations Engagement: Freelance / event-based Compensation: Agreed per event based on event scope, hours and technical requirements. Location: GTA & surrounding areas To apply, please send a brief introduction outlining your lighting and live event production experience, including your experience with Martin LightJockey.
What you’ll do
The technician is responsible for the setup, operation, and strike of professional lighting and sound equipment for events. This includes handling load-ins, load-outs, and ensuring site safety across various locations in the GTA.
Requirements
Candidates must have hands-on experience with Martin LightJockey and professional event lighting/sound gear. A valid Ontario G driver's licence and a reliable personal vehicle are required for travel to event sites.
Other relevant skills
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- Martin LightJockey
- Moving Heads
- Professional Event Lighting
- Sound Equipment Setup
- Equipment Load-in and Load-out
- Event Site Safety
- Cabling
- Equipment Handling
Job areas
- Creative & Media
- Trades
- Hospitality
- Art & Design
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 15, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
- Application method
- Direct apply is available