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International Cinema Lighting Society

is a global organization of Gaffers, Rigging Gaffers, Console Programmers, and Fixture Supervisors.

The International Cinema Lighting Society (ICLS) is a global organization for cinematic lighting professionals who seek a supportive, technical, inclusive, and knowledge sharing community. Our members are lighting professionals from around the world. They are the faces that bring to life every scene on a production set of a film, video, television, etc., by creating and controlling light. At ICLS, we invite all cinematic lighting professionals to join our society so that we can learn from each other and collectively grow both personally and professionally. On a universal scale, we are determined leaders for change that are paving the way for future generations. Together, we are shaping what we know the industry can and should be.

09/28/2026

🎬 GO BEHIND THE SCENES OF TONY!

The International Cinema Lighting Society (ICLS) invites members to an exclusive live presentation featuring Michael Bauman ICLS, Multiple Award-Winning Cinematographer, and Chris Hill ICLS (Assoc), Chief Lighting Technician, taking place on Saturday, 3 October 2026, at 12:00 PM PDT, live via Zoom.

Discover the creative and technical thinking behind TONY as Michael and Chris share insights into the film’s visual storytelling, cinematography, lighting, and the collaborative process that brought the project to life.

They’ll also discuss the challenges encountered on set and the creative decisions that shaped the film’s distinctive look.

🎥 Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from the team behind the images! 🌟

07/27/2026

🎬 Go Behind the Scenes of Rooster 🎬

Join us for an exclusive educational presentation featuring Christian Grosselfinger ICLS, Chief Lighting Technician, and Avraham Roffman ICLS, Assistant Chief Lighting Technician.

Discover how the lighting team behind the television series Rooster uses Vectorworks and Unreal Engine to transform ideas into fully realized lighting plans through cutting-edge previsualization workflows.

Gain practical insights into: Creative lighting previsualization; Integrating Vectorworks and Unreal Engine into production; Enhancing collaboration across departments; and Streamlining planning and executing complex lighting designs. We look forward to seeing you there!

07/20/2026

🎬 ICLS Member Exclusive Seminar

We are pleased to invite you to an exclusive online seminar on Image Based Lighting: Manifest Your Motivated Lighting, presented by Tim S. Kang, Cinematographer and Co-Chair of the Lighting Committee in the ASC’s Motion Imaging Technology Council, on 25 July 2026 at 12:00 PM (PDT), live via Zoom.

Join Tim for an insightful seminar exploring the fundamentals of Image Based Lighting (IBL), including its creative philosophy, essential tools, and practical considerations for implementation. The session will provide insight into how IBL can expand the creative possibilities of cinematic lighting and inspire new approaches to visual storytelling.

TSK Pictures: Timothy S. Kang, Cinematographer

07/15/2026

🎬 Go behind the scenes of One Battle After Another

Join Michael Bauman ICLS, multiple award-winning Cinematographer and President of the International Cinema Lighting Society (ICLS), for an exclusive live presentation on Saturday, 18 July 2026, at 12:00 PM (PDT) via Zoom.

Discover the creative vision behind the film, the production challenges encountered on set, and the collaborative problem-solving that helped bring the story to the screen.

This exclusive presentation offers a unique opportunity to gain insight into the artistic and technical decisions that shaped the film's visual storytelling, while connecting with fellow cinema lighting professionals from around the world.

07/14/2026

🎉 A Major Milestone for !

We are proud to share that the International Cinema Lighting Society (ICLS) has successfully completed federal trademark registration for all of our core intellectual property assets:

✅ International Cinema Lighting Society®
✅ ICLS®
✅ ICLS Logo®

This achievement strengthens and protects the ICLS brand, ensuring our name, identity, and visual mark are safeguarded as we continue to grow and serve the global cinema lighting community.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this important accomplishment. Your support has helped build a stronger future for our Society.

Together, we continue advancing the art and craft of cinematic lighting.

06/06/2026

✨ Today, we celebrate 6 incredible years of the International Cinema Lighting Society (ICLS)! ✨

For six years, has brought together a global community of lighting professionals, artists, technicians, and innovators who share a passion for the art and craft of cinema lighting. 💡🌎

What began as a vision to connect and support lighting professionals has grown into an international network dedicated to education, collaboration, advocacy, and excellence in our industry.

A heartfelt thank you to our members, partners, sponsors, volunteers, and supporters who have helped make this journey possible. Your dedication, talent, and generosity continue to light the way for our community.

Here's to celebrating our achievements, honoring our craft, and embracing the bright future ahead. ✨

Happy 6th Anniversary, ICLS! 🎉

05/25/2026

🎬 Join us for the upcoming ICLS Roundtable: “Stories from the Set: Creating and Maintaining Safe Spaces” on 30 May 2026 at 12.00 pm (PDT).

Hosted by members of the DEIA Committee, this interactive discussion will explore real-life experiences and practical conversations around communication on set, intergenerational dynamics, leadership, interdepartmental collaboration, and creating respectful working environments across productions.

Featuring: Simone Perusse ICLS; Jessica Plaxton ICLS; Brian Fisher ICLS; Ian Glenister ICLS; Jeremy Graham ICLS; Uki Amaechi ICLS (Assoc); and moderated by Dessie Coale ICLS, Chair of the DEIA Committee at ICLS.

This session is designed as a space for open dialogue, shared learning, and thoughtful reflection. We encourage all members to join the conversation and contribute their perspectives.

05/18/2026

🎬✨ Join us for an exclusive presentation on Intent to Image: How Beeble AI Keeps the Gaffer’s Vision in the Final Frame, presented by Conrad Curtis, a DGA Assistant Director, Founder of the VPX Lab, and Production & Partnerships Lead at Beeble.AI.

Explore how AI-powered tools can help lighting professionals preserve creative intent from prep through final image, while strengthening the gaffer’s role in modern production workflows.

A practical, onset-first conversation on cinematography, lighting, virtual production, and the future of creative control. Join us!

05/16/2026

✨ The 9th ICLS Virtual Tradeshow has officially wrapped and what an incredible event it was!

Our Corporate Members showcased their latest innovations and gave an exclusive first look through exciting virtual premieres, live presentations, and engaging giveaways.

A sincere thank you to our Full Members, Associate Members, and Corporate Members for your enthusiastic participation and support. Your energy, collaboration, and commitment continue to strengthen the global lighting community.

We are grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make this year’s tradeshow such a success. We look forward to seeing you again at future ICLS events!

05/11/2026

We are pleased to share with you the presenters of the 9th ICLS Virtual Tradeshow, scheduled to take place on 16 May 2026 starting from 11.00 am (PDT). We are excited to see what our corporate members are going to present this time! Join us: .lighting

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