Ben Ransley
About Ben Ransley
Ben Ransley is a Graduate Lighting Designer at Arup in Leeds, with a background in the film industry and a strong academic foundation in architecture and lighting.
Title
Ben Ransley currently holds the position of Graduate Lighting Designer at Arup.
Company
Ben Ransley is employed by Arup as a Graduate Lighting Designer in Leeds, England, United Kingdom, starting his tenure in 2021.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Arup, Ben Ransley worked in the film and TV industry. He served as a Gaffer/Chief Lighting Technician from 2017 to 2020 and as a Lighting Technician from 2014 to 2019. Ben also worked as a Filmmaker at INC Films from 2011 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Ben Ransley earned a Master of Science (MS) in Light & Lighting from The Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL, in 2020. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Film and Literature from the University of Warwick, achieved in 2013. His educational background is complemented by his keen interest in lighting controls and automation, annual daylighting simulation, and design for disassembly.
Published Research
Ben Ransley has contributed to academic literature with a paper on lighting that complements the human circadian system, published in the Journal for Sustainable Development and Applied Research (SDAR).
Background
Ben Ransley transitioned from a career in the film industry to architectural lighting, bringing a unique perspective to his current role at Arup. His previous roles in the film industry provide him with a distinctive approach to lighting design.