R. Christopher Stokes

R. Christopher Stokes is an experienced professional in the field of lighting design and technical direction, currently serving as the Entertainment Regional Manager - Sales - West at Electronic Theatre Controls since October 2015. Previously, Stokes held roles such as Associate Regional Manager and Field Project Coordinator, focusing on client relations and system demonstrations. Additionally, Stokes has freelanced as a Lighting Designer for various local theatre and dance companies since 2006 and served as Technical Director at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts during its opening. Early experience includes positions at California State University, Northridge, California Institute of the Arts, Middlebury College, and Bucknell University, coupled with advanced degrees in Lighting Design from the California Institute of the Arts and a Bachelor's degree in Theatre and Philosophy from Bucknell University.