Matching Pairs Lighting RolesOnline version Match the theatre LX roles to their responsibilities by H Flower 1 Chief LX 2 Programmer 3 Followspot operator 4 Lighting Technician 5 Deputy LX Does maintenance on any electrical on-stage items. Looks after all the practical lighting effects on the set. Works smoke and haze machines during shows. Works with Lighting Designer to realise their design. Is in charge of the budget for the team. Orders replacement equipment etc. Often a freelancer who comes in during Tech to set up the show and program the lighting desk. Only comes in for show. Sits front of house using a spotlight to pick out actors during the show. Might stand in for the HOD. May program in-house shows/be on the lighting desk for shows.