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Dakota Lamb

Ivins,Utah

Summary

Young and knowledgeable lighting tech with hands-on experience in the industry and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying problems and implementing effective solutions. Excels in the fast-paced environments that are found regularly in theater and event production.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Electrics - Hafen

Tuacahn
04.2024 - Current
  • Realized the lighting designers vision for two large scale shows a year by managing the hang and install of show specific plots and show elements
  • Lead a crew of two in building set practicals and electrical elements as well as the day to day operations of shows
  • Collaborated with other departments on installing lights into sets, props, or costumes
  • In the off season I managed the lighting side of rentals and corporate events; Designing lighting for community level musicals, presentations, band performances, and community out reach events

Freelance Lighting Designer

Self Employed
03.2021 - Current

In my spare time I work with a small selection of event companies in my local area, communicating with equipment rental companies to load in and load out small scale concerts and events with minimalistic lighting, video, and sound setups.

Part Time Lighting Tech

Tuacahn
04.2022 - 04.2024
  • Helped with load in and load out for all concerts during our concert series twice a year; as well as operate a spotlight for the duration of the show
  • Ran show tracks for three regional scale shows in rep per year
  • I was assigned 2-4 set pieces per show to plan and install lighting elements based off of the lighting designers drawings
  • I was the secondary contact point for the design teams, leading the crew through focus and tech rehearsals
  • Helped in the off season maintenance of all light fixtures
  • Collaborated with other departments on installing lights into sets, props, or costumes


Education

High School Diploma -

Utah Arts Academy
St. George, UT
05.2025

Skills

  • Etc Eos Consoles
  • Sensor Racks
  • Net 2 & 3 Gateways
  • Paradigm
  • GrandMA2
  • Lightwright
  • Vectorworks

References

  • Jonathan Katizas, Tuacahn Production Manager, (973) 229-1421, jkatzias@tuacahn.org
  • Jeff Miller, TCA Technical Director, (206) 412-4268, jmiller@tuacahn.org
  • Kyle McCoy, TCA Master Electrician, (435) 619-7638, kmccoy@tuacahn.org

Timeline

Head of Electrics - Hafen

Tuacahn
04.2024 - Current

Part Time Lighting Tech

Tuacahn
04.2022 - 04.2024

Freelance Lighting Designer

Self Employed
03.2021 - Current

High School Diploma -

Utah Arts Academy
Dakota Lamb