Next Robe Generation

"sharing our knowledge and experience of the UK lighting industry with the Next Robe Generation"

NRG's key objective is to support the next generation of lighting designers, programmers, operators and technicians - by offering professional networking opportunities to meet and interact with influential industry professionals, who are happy to offer advice and share their enthusiasm and passion for lighting. 

L-R TPi Awards 2024 lighting team: Robe's Creative Director Nathan Wan, Robe's Andy Webb, Ben Oakey, Becky Winrow, James Harvey, Clara Sousa-Shaheed, Louis Geard, Harley Roebuck, Josh Eksteen, Robe's Jordan Tinniswood, Robe's Tomas Kohout. Next year it could be you!

Join NRG today!

If you are serious about a career in entertainment lighting - join NRG today!

It's a free networking community, offering a programme of unique work placements and technical experiences supported by Robe UK.

We welcome all students over the age of 18, in full-time education and studying a relevant lighting course.

"Working as an NRG student on the TPi Awards was a lot of fun and a realistic insight into the high pressure environment of  such a prestigious event!" Clara Sousa-Shaheed  (photograph right)

What does NRG offer?

NRG offers an exclusive introduction to the industry and the Robe family!

Work placements have included Eurovision, Glastonbury and Strictly Come Dancing Blackpool - and our own Robe show crews at the TPi Awards and PLASA exhibitions. 

Working with our industry partners, we organise technical tours of a diverse range of lighting applications across TV, theatre, sports and touring - these contacts often lead to job opportunities.

You will also have access to our 'NRG On the Road' tour - delivering an on-campus bespoke play with lights experience across the Robe range of lighting fixtures including RoboSpot for your CVs.

The NRG student initiative is financially supported by Robe UK and welcomes all young professionals pursuing a career in entertainment lighting.

"Working with NRG on the 2024 TPi Awards was an unbelievable experience. I gained invaluable knowledge, skills and met a plethora of new contacts that I will have throughout my career. It is the opportunity of a lifetime and one that I recommend to everyone!"
Harley Roebuck (photograph above)