Nick Zgradic

At The LA Firm, I lead a specialized operation providing lighting and technical system solutions tailored to design and media professionals across multiple industries. From production environments to precision-based architectural and scientific applications, we support complex project needs with hands-on experience, supplier relationships, and a systems-based approach that’s both scalable and results-driven. We operate as a project support collaborator—working alongside designers, engineers, and production teams to ensure seamless execution from concept to install. Core Expertise Includes: • TV & Web Broadcast Studios – Integrated lighting, PTZ, NDI camera support, and control systems • Podcast Production & AR/VR Spaces – Turnkey systems for content creators and immersive environments • Architectural & Landscape Lighting – Commercial and residential systems for functional and aesthetic impact • Museum, Gallery, and Display Environments – Lighting precision for visual storytelling and conservation integrity • Industrial & Scientific Projects – Imaging, color-critical lighting, and lab-grade systems • Feature Film & ENG Production – Trusted supplier of portable, studio, and hybrid field solutions • OEM Development & Electrical Distribution – Component sourcing, system design, and hardware integration Key Functions: • Specification and procurement of specialty lighting, digital camera systems, and media infrastructure • Consulting on electrical distribution and power planning for studio and field-based installations • Hands-on system integration for dynamic environments requiring both technical accuracy and creative flexibility • Direct supplier and advisory support to architects, contractors, producers, and design teams nationwide With over two decades of industry-facing experience, I understand the realities of high-expectation projects. My goal is always the same: deliver the right solution, the first time, with no added drama (unless it’s in the script).

Creator and host of The Light Diversions Show — a satirical, quick-witted break from the grind, offering social commentary, studio confessions, and light therapy in more ways than one. The show blends comedy, conversation, and cultural observations from the perspective of two working-class thinkers with studio lighting backgrounds and way too many opinions. It’s a media project built to entertain, engage, and occasionally enlighten — or at least make you feel seen when you’re yelling in traffic. 🎙 Available on YouTube, Rumble, X (Twitter), and LinkedIn 🔍 @lightdiversions on all platforms Content Themes Include: • Relatable everyday frustrations (with a punchline) • Satirical social critique through a working-class lens • Authentic commentary on business, creative life, and personal growth • Studio lighting and tech insights delivered with humor, not jargon Core Contributions: • Developed show branding, episode structure, and content strategy • Manage full-cycle production including writing, recording, editing, and promotion • Created character voices and personas that reflect industry realities and cultural shifts • Built cross-platform presence to support both entertainment and LA Firm visibility We may be in the lighting business, but that’s not the point. This is the outlet where the gear talk ends and the real talk begins — because some things in life just need to be aired out... preferably under soft key lighting.

As President of SpaceBox Lighting Systems, I lead design, development, and manufacturing of specialized lighting tools built to meet the unique demands of production environments, architectural systems, and technical integration projects. From early R&D to real-world application, SpaceBox exists to solve lighting problems that off-the-shelf solutions can’t — and to support professionals who need performance, reliability, and adaptability across disciplines. Our systems have been used in broadcast studios, film sets, commercial builds, AR/VR installations, and more. But we don’t just build gear — we build relationships, consult on specs, and help teams implement tools that keep creativity flowing and deadlines on track. Core Capabilities: • Custom lighting system design for TV, Web Broadcast, ENG, and field production • OEM product development for niche and private-label needs • Architectural and industrial-grade lighting solutions for hybrid and specialty projects • Technical advisory for systems integration and component specification • Manufacturing management from prototype to scale — with tight quality control Strategic Highlights: • Direct contributor to business growth for numerous B2B and B2C lighting brands • Trusted supply partner to contractors, designers, resellers, and major studios • Lead innovation engine behind The LA Firm, KMA Direct, D’Angel Creates, and The Light Diversions Show • Developed product lines that support creative professionals, engineers, and integrators alike With over two decades at the helm, SpaceBox remains the creative and logistical core that powers my broader ecosystem of lighting and media ventures — where problem-solving is the product, and execution is the differentiator.

I joined K5600 Lighting in its early years and had the rare opportunity to contribute across nearly every function as the company grew into a respected name in specialty studio lighting. What started as hands-on work — assembling and repairing fixtures, handling inventory, and packing outbound shipments — evolved into customer service, operations management, sales strategy, and market development. I learned the lighting business from the inside out, often switching roles mid-day to keep things moving. This was more than a job. It was an apprenticeship in resourcefulness, trust, and resilience — the kind of environment where you had to figure it out, because the survival of the business depended on it. Key Contributions: • Supported company growth during its emergence as a high-visibility studio lighting brand • Managed daily operations across manufacturing, logistics, and customer support • Led client-facing sales and B2B account development efforts across domestic and international markets • Coordinated with film and broadcast industry professionals to align product specs with on-set realities • Helped shape internal workflows that supported production, scaling, and field servicing The lessons I took from K5600 shaped every venture I’ve pursued since. It was the first time I saw what it takes to build something meaningful from the ground up — and the value of staying agile in an industry that never stops moving.