Lighting Designer

Illuminating Stories Through Light

I'm a passionate high school student specializing in theatre production with a focus on lighting design. Through my work on school productions and community theatre, I create atmospheric lighting that brings stories to life and enhances the emotional impact of every performance.

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Project Title

Role: Lead Designer
Duration: 3 months
Year: 2024

Resume

Finn Apple / Lighting Designer and Technician

finley.cooper.apple@gmail.com

Theatre Experience

The Crucible Light Designer/Master Electrician Spring 2026
Noises Off Set Crew Fall 2025
Anything Goes! General Technician/Spot Operator Summer 2025
Mary Poppins Light Designer/Master Electrician Spring 2025
Sense and Sensibility Assistant Master Carpenter/Fly Chief Fall 2024
Studio VII Showcase Light Board Operator Spring 2024
Arsenic and Old Lace Assistant Master Electrician Spring 2024
Sensations: And The Award Goes To… Light Crew Fall 2023
Scenes From Run Crew Fall 2023
Still Life With Iris Light Crew, Run Crew Fall 2023
Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella Set Crew, Run Crew Spring 2023

Awards

  • Lighting Designer for Mary Poppins, a Finalist for Tommy Tunes Outstanding Musical, 2025
  • Nominee for Tommy Tunes Outstanding Lighting Design for Mary Poppins, 2025
  • Superior Rating, Team Light Design, Texas Thespians Convention, 2024
  • Studio VII Best Sophomore Technician, 2024

Organizations and Clubs

  • Studio VII, 2022 - present
  • International Thespian Troupe 7014 (Gold Ranked Honor Troupe), 2024 - present

Skills

Lighting & Technical

  • Experience with Ion OS
  • Programming and cleaning moving lights
  • Maintaining static fixtures
  • Sequence based effects
  • Hand drafting experience

Equipment & Safety

  • Genie and scissor lift experience
  • Working at heights and on catwalks
  • Supervised saw safety training for new techs
  • Variety of tools (impact drivers, pneumatic staplers, circular saws, angle grinders)

Production & Management

  • Creating and delivering presentations
  • Contacting vendors about equipment rentals
  • Operating fly system
  • Rigging set pieces
  • Basic hand sewing

Job Experience

  • Seven Lakes High School Performing Arts Center Technician, May 2024 - present

About Me

I'm a high school student passionate about theatre production, with a specialization in lighting design. Over the past three years, I've worked on numerous school and community theatre productions, developing skills in both the technical and artistic aspects of theatrical lighting.

I believe that lighting is the invisible storyteller in theatre - it sets the mood, guides the audience's attention, and enhances the emotional journey of every performance. My approach combines technical precision with creative vision to support the director's artistic goals while ensuring actor and crew safety.

When I'm not in the theatre, you can find me studying lighting techniques from Broadway productions, learning new programming skills on lighting consoles, or volunteering at local community theatre groups. I'm excited to pursue theatre production in college and eventually work in professional theatre.

Lighting Design

  • LED & Conventional Lighting
  • Color Theory & Mixing
  • Mood & Atmosphere Creation
  • Gobo Design & Selection
  • Stage Plot Development

Technical Skills

  • ETC Console Programming
  • DMX Control Systems
  • Lighting Cue Sequence
  • Equipment Setup & Safety
  • Troubleshooting & Maintenance

Production Experience

  • Musical Theatre
  • Dramatic Productions
  • Concert Lighting
  • Live Events
  • Student Leadership

Let's Connect

I'm always excited to collaborate on theatre productions and learn from experienced professionals. Whether you need lighting design assistance, want to discuss theatre techniques, or have opportunities for a student designer, I'd love to hear from you.

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