Lighting Designer / Operator - 6 month contract – Theme Parks & Events - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

 

Lighting Designer / Operator – Theme Parks & Events

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job type: Contract
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

We are seeking an experienced Lighting Designer / Operator to create and operate lighting across a large-scale destination attraction in Riyadh. The role combines creative design with hands-on technical work across architectural spaces, landscaped areas, public spaces, restaurants, live entertainment and special events.

Key responsibilities

• Develop lighting concepts for building façades, gardens, pathways, water features, public spaces and restaurant areas.
• Create lighting scenes for performances, seasonal activations, festivals and events.
• Oversee lighting installation, commissioning, programming and calibration.
• Operate and manage Avolites, show-control systems, architectural lighting controls and smart lighting systems.
• Inspect lighting installations and coordinate maintenance, repairs and upgrades.
• Maintain equipment and spare-parts records, and support safe installation practices.
• Work with creative, production, architecture and operations teams to deliver a cohesive guest experience.

Requirements

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Lighting Design, Architectural Lighting, Theatre Production, Electrical Engineering, Entertainment Technology or a related field.
• 5–8+ years of experience in architectural or entertainment lighting design.
• Experience in theme parks, destination attractions, resorts, entertainment venues, public spaces or hospitality developments is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of architectural, landscape, façade and experiential lighting.
• Experience with Avolites, intelligent lighting, show-control systems and architectural lighting controls.
• Ability to read architectural drawings, lighting plans and technical documents.
• Strong communication, creative problem-solving and stakeholder-management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Accommodation
• Transportation allowance
• Temporary work visa and inbound flight for candidates relocating from outside Saudi Arabia
• Career-development opportunities