CNN Democratic Presidential Debate

Columbus, OH

Moving Light Programmer

Lighting Equipment

  • (2) GrandMA 2 Full Size, (1) GrandMA 2 Light

  • 38 Universes of control

  • (107) VL3500 Spot, (48) PRG Best Boy, (36) VL2600 Profile, (61) Sharpy Wash, (101) GLP Impression X4, (48) Ayrton Magicdot, (18) Colorforce 72, (12) Colorforce 12, (97) ETC Source 4 Ellipsoidal

Working directly with the Lighting Designer and Lighting Director, Travis programmed over 400 automated fixtures to create smooth, balanced, and even broadcast lighting for the 11 candidates, as well as creating ‘camera ready’ backgrounds for the entire venue. During the live broadcast, Travis worked alongside the Lighting Director to ensure every camera shot was well lit, and appropriately balanced.

AP Photo/Paul Sancya

Moving Light Programmer: Travis Shupe

Lighting Designer: David Robinson

Lighting Director: Bradford Bettencourt

Production Electrician: Jeff Quinn

Lighting Vendor: PRG