ABSTRACT
DEFINING THE ROLE The assistant has many responsibilities throughout a production period. These responsibilities may vary considerably depending on the preferences of the designer and on where the assistant is working-Broadway versus educational, for example. Essentially it all boils down to one overarching concept-the responsibilities of the assistant are anything that facilitates making the lighting designer’s vision a reality on stage. It is up to you, the assistant, to determine exactly what items are required in order to do that. Let this book be your guide.
