The story

behind

the light.

Meet the team
Managing Director

Thanh Tran

Thanh brings more than 20 years of hands-on experience across the entertainment industry to his role as Managing Director. His career spans the full breadth of audiovisual production, with deep technical expertise in designing and operating lighting rigs, audio systems, LED panels and projection setups. That multi-disciplinary background gives him a rare ability to see how every element of a production fits together, from the first design sketch through to the final show call. Thanh leads the business with the perspective of someone who has worked every position on the floor.

Thanh brings more than 20 years of hands-on experience across the entertainment industry to his role as Managing Director. His career spans the full breadth of audiovisual production, with deep technical expertise in designing and operating lighting rigs, audio systems, LED panels and projection setups. That multi-disciplinary background gives him a rare ability to see how every element of a production fits together, from the first design sketch through to the final show call. Thanh leads the business with the perspective of someone who has worked every position on the floor.

Managing Director

Eddy Houghton-Neilan

With over a decade in the industry, Eddy is a true generalist whose skills span every corner of AV production. He has built his career on being the person who can step into any role on a job and deliver, whether that means running audio, programming lighting, managing vision, or coordinating a crew. As Managing Director, Eddy pairs that practical versatility with a strong commercial focus, making sure every project lands on time, on budget and to the standard clients expect.

With over a decade in the industry, Eddy is a true generalist whose skills span every corner of AV production. He has built his career on being the person who can step into any role on a job and deliver, whether that means running audio, programming lighting, managing vision, or coordinating a crew. As Managing Director, Eddy pairs that practical versatility with a strong commercial focus, making sure every project lands on time, on budget and to the standard clients expect.

Head of Production

Michael Sterbal

Michael leads production with more than 20 years of industry experience behind him and a specialist focus on lighting and networking. He has worked on some of the country's most demanding live broadcasts, including a turn as lighting operator for the ANZAC Ceremony at Martin Place, broadcast live on national television. That kind of high-stakes, no-second-takes environment shapes the way Michael runs production: meticulous planning, redundant systems, and a calm head when the countdown starts.

Michael leads production with more than 20 years of industry experience behind him and a specialist focus on lighting and networking. He has worked on some of the country’s most demanding live broadcasts, including a turn as lighting operator for the ANZAC Ceremony at Martin Place, broadcast live on national television. That kind of high-stakes, no-second-takes environment shapes the way Michael runs production: meticulous planning, redundant systems, and a calm head when the countdown starts.

Operations Manager

Jessica Och

Jessica has spent more than five years building expertise across lighting and vision, and now applies that technical grounding to keeping operations running smoothly. Her credits include working as Crew Chief on the installation of the Sydney Harbour Bridge New Year's Eve lighting, one of the most logistically complex and visible events on the Australian calendar. That experience of coordinating people, gear and timelines under genuine pressure translates directly into how she manages the day-to-day, making sure every job is set up for success well before the crew arrives on site.

Jessica has spent more than five years building expertise across lighting and vision, and now applies that technical grounding to keeping operations running smoothly. Her credits include working as Crew Chief on the installation of the Sydney Harbour Bridge New Year’s Eve lighting, one of the most logistically complex and visible events on the Australian calendar. That experience of coordinating people, gear and timelines under genuine pressure translates directly into how she manages the day-to-day, making sure every job is set up for success well before the crew arrives on site.

32 Hundred was built on the idea that light has the power to evoke emotion.

Named after 3200K, the warm, inviting temperature used in photography and television, 32 Hundred delivers bespoke lighting, audio and AV experiences that transform events into poignant moments people carry with them long after the night is over.

Founded in 1988 by industry veteran Iain Reed and carried forward today by a team he mentored, 32 Hundred blends legacy expertise with a genuinely client-first approach. Thoughtfully considered guidance from experienced professionals, at every step of the way.

Our Story

For over 35 years, 32 Hundred Lighting has created magic with creative and cutting edge lighting, sound and audio-visuals. Our reputation has been built on innovation, professionalism, friendliness and adaptability.

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