Christian Duarte
Long Beach
Summary
Dynamic DMX Technician with IATSE 479, skilled in electrical troubleshooting and lighting systems. Successfully programmed and maintained complex lighting setups, ensuring seamless operations under pressure. Cultivated strong relationships with production teams, advocating for safety and equipment needs while enhancing overall performance on set. Proficient in power distribution and cable management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
DMX Technician
IATSE 479
05.2021 - 12.2025
- Worked alongside console programmer to run sACN network throughout various stages and locations
- Programmed various types of LED lighting fixtures by addressing them and updating them to the latest firmware
- Safely ran ethernet using switch boxes and nodes in order to allow the console programmer to efficiently communicate with lights
- Program nodes with correct IP addresses and current firmware
- Create IP schedule in order to stay organized when working with various consoles, nodes, and lights
- Program consoles such as HOG and organize templates for on set console programmer
On Set Lighting Technician
IATSE 479
03.2017 - 05.2021
- Programmed consoles and loaded automated color change systems prior to events.
- Performed proper maintenance of lighting equipment, ensuring safety, and quality operations.
- Worked with other lighting technicians in set-up and operation of lighting equipment in television and film platforms.
- Analyzed and interpreted lighting designer's plans as well as detailed notes from our gaffer and director of photography
- Worked with director and other production staff to assess requirements and advocate for associated equipment needs or important safety standards.
- Troubleshot lighting equipment on the fly and under immense pressure in order to help production stay on schedule
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Rigging Electrician
IATSE 479
03.2015 - 04.2017
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Distributed power using 4/0 cable on stages and location
- Safely hung a variety of lighting fixtures including LED, Tungsten, and HMI heads over film sets
Education
High School Diploma -
Banning High School
Wilmington, CABachelor of Arts - Digital Media Arts
Cal State Dominguez Hills
Carson, CASkills
- Commercial construction experience
- Equipment operation such as MEWP
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Lighting systems
- Electrical maintenance
- Cable management
- Power distribution
- Hand tools operation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
DMX Technician
IATSE 479
05.2021 - 12.2025
On Set Lighting Technician
IATSE 479
03.2017 - 05.2021
Rigging Electrician
IATSE 479
03.2015 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Banning High School
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media Arts
Cal State Dominguez Hills