Matthias Vollrath

Lighting Designer

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Having worked professionally in lighting since 2003, I bring over two decades of experience designing and executing visuals for electronic music performances and festivals worldwide in over 70 countries. Experience with Electronic Music & Festivals Throughout my career, I’ve collaborated with leading artists and festivals in the electronic music scene, blending creativity with technical expertise to deliver unforgettable visual experiences. Key highlights include: • Richie Hawtin & Plastikman Live: Lighting and programming for iconic performances such as Plastikman Live, winner of the 2010 Resident Advisor Best Live Act award. • ENTER. & Time Warp: Designing and operating visuals for groundbreaking techno events, contributing to ENTER.’s DJ Awards Best Ibiza Night wins in 2012 and 2013. • Lost Lands Festival, Crator Stage: Light operator for this high-energy bass music festival, emphasizing live punt programming to match dynamic performances. • Ultra Music Festival & Creamfields: Delivered impactful shows for main stage acts, balancing time-coded sequences with live improvisation to adapt to artists’ styles. • Movement Detroit & Sónar Festival: Provided creative lighting direction for electronic music lineups, enhancing the audience experience through innovative visual storytelling. These experiences honed my ability to combine technical precision with live creativity, ensuring each performance resonates with the audience. {💡*gegenLicht}: A Global Community In 2011, I founded {💡*gegenLicht}, an independent symposium and network for lighting designers and visual artists. Over the years, it has grown into one of the world’s largest independent platforms, with highlights including: • 19 symposiums and over 250 live presentations hosted at Starenkasten, Germany. • International training programs: {🧩 LOT} Light Operator Training in Berlin, Detroit, Istanbul, and New York. • 800+ members from 17 countries, fostering collaboration and innovation in the visual arts. Despite its scale, {💡*gegenLicht} remai