Also called: Synchronized Light Show Designer
Programs millions of lights to flash in sync with music for holiday displays, zoos, and events.
A light show programmer maps a display of a million holiday lights and programs every light so it flashes in sync with music. Months of prep lead up to opening night.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Certificate, about 1 year after high school. Lighting or tech experience.
Ways in: On-the-job training, Self-taught. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Theater Technology.
Growing faster than average. Growing.
Medium risk for 10 years. Software auto-syncs lights to music more easily; designing standout shows and installing them stays human.
Classes: Computer science, Music, Electronics, Art.
Official data: O*NET occupation 27-4015.
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