About Me
Hello, I’m Valentino Sanchez!
I’m a lighting designer, programmer, and entertainment professional passionate about bringing stories to life through light. My experience spans theatrical productions, live entertainment, large-scale events, and immersive environments. I combine creativity, technical expertise, and leadership to transform ideas into memorable experiences, from initial design concepts to programming and technical execution.
Areas of Expertise
Lighting Design
Creative lighting design for theatrical productions, live entertainment, special events, and immersive environments. Transforming ideas into visual experiences through color, composition, and storytelling.
Lighting Programmer
Programming and show-file development using ETC Eos, grandMA2, and Mosaic. Specializing in cue development, live entertainment programming, and maintaining lighting show files for evolving productions.
CAD Renderings
Creating lighting plots, 3D models, renderings, and technical paperwork using Vectorworks. Developing clear documentation and organized workflows to support production teams from planning through execution.
Lighting Systems & Integration
Supporting the installation, configuration, and maintenance of lighting control systems, including DMX, sACN, consoles, and network infrastructure. Focused on reliable systems and efficient production workflows.
Portfolio
Presented below are a selection of my latest projects.