Rob Baxter
About Rob Baxter
Rob Baxter is a seasoned Production Electrician and Technical Director with extensive experience in the entertainment and sports industries. He is the owner of Baxter Controls, Inc. and has developed the Pocket Console® DMX and Baxx-Truss NBA Court Lighting Systems.
Current Role at National Basketball Association (NBA)
Rob Baxter serves as the Production Electrician and Court Lighting & Technical Director for the National Basketball Association. He has been in this role since 1993, where he is responsible for the technical lighting aspects of basketball courts. His role has been pivotal in ensuring the courts are well lit for both live audiences and television broadcasts.
Previous Experience at Clinton Global Initiative
Rob Baxter worked as a Production Electrician at the Clinton Global Initiative from 2005 to 2016, accumulating 11 years of experience in this prestigious organization based in New York City. During his tenure, he was responsible for various electrical production tasks, contributing to the success of the organization's events.
Previous Experience with New York City Ballet
Rob Baxter was a Production Electrician at the New York City Ballet from 1990 to 2010. Over his 20-year tenure, he played significant roles in lighting for ballet performances. His efforts helped ensure that the performances were memorable and visually stunning for audiences.
Baxter Controls, Inc.
Rob Baxter is the owner of Baxter Controls, Inc. (BCi), a company based in Austin, Texas. He has been running the company since 2004. Baxter Controls, Inc. is involved in the development and marketing of various lighting control devices, including the Pocket Console® DMX, a portable lighting control solution. The company also distributes Baxx-Truss NBA Court Lighting Systems, specialized lighting solutions designed for basketball courts.
Educational Background and Achievements
Rob Baxter has an extensive educational background in Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft as well as Cinematography and Film/Video Production. He has studied at IATSE Local 52, Local ONE, Local 366, Local 477, Local 631, and Local 205, achieving Journeyman status in many of these locales. Additionally, he studied Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft at the University of Texas and the University of Illinois. His comprehensive education has provided him a solid foundation for his extensive career in production and lighting.