The Camera EYE — Services
Lighting
Consultant
Expert guidance from concept to camera-ready. Broadcast, podcast, reality, film & architectural — backed by 25+ years of production experience.
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Light is the First
Thing the Camera Sees
Great lighting doesn't happen by accident. Whether you're building a permanent broadcast studio, outfitting a reality show house, designing a podcast set, or planning a one-off live event, the decisions made before a single fixture is hung will shape every frame. With over 25 years of hands-on production experience, Keith J. Duggan provides lighting consultation that bridges the gap between creative vision and technical execution.
Consultation Services
How We Can Help You
01
Pre-Production Planning
Lighting plans, fixture selection, and power requirements worked out before build day — avoiding costly mistakes and delays with a clear roadmap from the start.
02
Studio Design Reviews
Bring us in to review architectural plans, existing studio layouts, or new construction. We identify lighting challenges early and deliver actionable recommendations.
03
Equipment Specification
Unsure which LED panels, control systems, or grip packages to invest in? Get unbiased, production-tested advice tailored to your budget and workflow.
04
Remote & Location Builds
Remote productions and location reality shows present unique challenges. We help you plan power, logistics, and look before you're on the road.
05
Smart Lighting & Control
Custom LED control systems, DMX programming, and smart integration for productions that demand repeatability and creative flexibility shot after shot.
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On-Site & Virtual Sessions
Available for on-site walkthroughs in the Nashville area or virtual sessions for productions across the country. Flexible, focused, built around your schedule.
Our Approach
A Process Built Around Your Production
Every consultation begins with listening. No two productions are identical — your workflow, your look, and your budget all shape the path forward.
Discovery Call
We start by understanding your project — scope, timeline, budget, and creative intent. This sets the foundation for everything that follows.
Site or Plan Review
Whether you send plans or walk us through the space, we assess the environment, power infrastructure, and opportunity for impact.
Lighting Design & Spec
We deliver a clear lighting plan, fixture list, and control recommendations — everything the crew needs to execute the build efficiently.
Support Through Build
Available throughout the build for questions, adjustments, and troubleshooting. We stay engaged until the look is locked.
Why The Camera EYE
Experience That Shows on Screen
From Peacock and Paramount to VH1, Food Network, and SyFy — we've built and lit sets that have aired on the biggest networks in the industry. That experience informs every consultation we offer.
Based in Nashville, we bring a practical, production-first perspective that textbook lighting designers simply can't match. We know what works under pressure, on deadline, and in front of a camera.
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