We are asking lighting experts around the world, in the “Who Lights Our World” series, some key questions about their job. Here is Frank Schabell based in United States.
1. What lighting console do you prefer working with?
MA2/3 or Vista 3.
2. What do you always have with you at your console?
Laptop and coffee mug.
3. Mac or PC?
Both.
4. What may be surprising that you don’t use?
Creamer.
5. Coffee or Tea?
Coffee!
6. What is your favorite genre of entertainment to work in?
House of Worship.
7. What is your favorite color combination and why?
White and Amber.
8. Who is an lighting designer that you admire and respect?
Alex Fuller, Daniel Connell and many, many more.
9. What are the top 5 skill sets that a Lighting Designer/Technician should have?
- Patience
- Creative Eye
- Open to critiques from valid sources
- Desire to learn and grow
- Works well on a team.
10. What is the best type of client/boss/director?
The boss who has done your job before and understands what goes into it.
11. Do you prefer a window or aisle seat?
Window seat
BONUS QUESTION
11. What advice do you have for those who want to become a lighting designer or a lighting technician?
Continue to read books on lighting and attend training/webinars. Be a life long student of your craft.
Other Who Lights Our World:
Who Lights Our World: Charles R Kaiser
Who Lights Our World: Steve Dubay
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