Lighting Designer & Electrician

Step into a world where lighting dances to the rhythm of music. Discover the fusion of art and technology.

My Work

USITT MainStage 2025

I was a part of the Lighting Commission team for the USITT 2025 MainStage where I worked as Assistant Head Electrician and was given some design opportunities.

Entertainment Stage Technician- Lighting WDW Resort

I am currently working as an Entertainment Stage Technician at the Walt Disney World Resort- Epcot. 'Luminous: The Symphony of Us' is my MainStage.

Standard Issue The Musical

An original musical by Henry and Deanna Deiters. Premier at Marion Cultural and Civic Center

Phoenix: A Dance Concert

Phoenix: A Dance Concert was a dance concert on the Southern Illinois University School of Theater & Dance MainStage: The McLeod Theater. The project featured works from multiple choreographers and designers. The lead director and choreographer was Darryl Clark and featured a team of Lighting Designers: Jaemin Park, Mitchell Brandon, and Charles Lockridge.

The Lightning Thief: A Percy Jackson Musical

The Lightning Thief: A Percy Jackson Musical is a vibrant and energetic musical adaptation of Rick Riordan's bestselling novel The Lightning Thief. The story follows Percy Jackson, a 12-year-old boy who discovers that he is a demigod—half-human, half-god—and the son of Poseidon. Percy embarks on a thrilling and dangerous quest to prevent a war between the Greek gods after he is accused of stealing Zeus' powerful thunderbolt.

Dragons Love Tacos

Dragons Love Tacos is a theatrical adaptation of the beloved children's book by Adam Rubin, which follows a young boy and his dog as they learn about dragons’ favorite food—tacos! The boy throws a taco party to befriend dragons, but he accidentally serves spicy salsa, which dragons cannot handle. Chaos ensues as the fire-breathing creatures set the house ablaze in a comical disaster. Ultimately, the dragons help rebuild, teaching a lesson about friendship, mistakes, and making amends—all with a humorous and lighthearted touch. The play is full of energy, audience interaction, and fun surprises, making it an entertaining experience for all ages.

The Black Paradox

The Black Paradox was a new play premier as part of the Big Muddy New Play festival at SIU School of Theater & Dance. The play was by MFA Playwright Cameron Noel. The production was fully realized and staged.

Philoten: And Her Pattern of Painful Adventures

Philoten was part of a new play premier as part of the Big Muddy New Play festival at SIU School of Theater & Dance. The play was by MFA Playwright E.K. Doolin. The production was fully realized and staged.

The Mind's Mirage

The Mind's Mirage was a new play premier as part of the Big Muddy New Play festival at SIU School of Theater & Dance. The play was by MFA Playwright Aleksei Ellis. The production was fully realized and staged.

Other Projects

Here's a mixture of different projects I've done. From busking, to smaller designs.

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About Me

Mitchell Brandon, a Lighting Designer and Electrician, is currently an Entertainment Stage Technician at Walt Disney World Resort- Epcot. He is a recent graduate of Southern Illinois University Carbondale obtaining a Double Major in Lighting Design and Music with Vocal Emphasis.

Mitchell has a rich history in performance and music making, performing professionally in choirs, operas, and pit orchestras. This background aids as influence on Mitchell's design work by allowing him to have a deeper understanding of the music, and/or scene, and the mood it set out to create. He is then able to enhance the music/ the story via his Lighting Design.

Mitchell also has experience in Graphic Design, Stage Management, and Directing.

Resume & Contact Information

mbartistics.lighting@gmail.com

(618)-944-1173

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