22nd November 2024

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Who Lights Our World: Justin Sinclair

Justin Sinclair

We are asking lighting experts around the world, in the “Who Lights Our World” series, some key questions about their job. Here is Justin Sinclair previously based in Macau SAR, but now back in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

1. What lighting console do you prefer working with?

Grand MA2.

2. What do you always have with you at your console?

A paper note pad.

3. Mac or PC?

Mac.

4. What may be surprising that you don’t use?

AutoCAD.

5. Coffee or Tea?

Coffee.

6. What is your favorite genre of entertainment to work in?

Circus/Theatre.

7. What is your favorite color combination and why?

Magenta and Blue, I believe that the two of them combined can make anything look good!

8. Who is an lighting designer that you admire and respect?

Luc Lafortune.

9. What are the top 5 skill sets that a Lighting Designer/Technician should have?

Respect for one and all, Clear and effective communication, Ownership of ones work, Ability to grow and learn, and a sense of humor!!

10. What is the best type of client/boss/director?

The one with a strong HR team!

11. Do you prefer a window or aisle seat?

Window.

BONUS QUESTION
11. What advice do you have for those who want to become a lighting designer or a lighting technician?

Have patience, work hard and have fun doing it!!

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Other Who Lights Our World:

Who Lights Our World: Chris Lose

Who Lights Our World: Michael Keller

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