Tayler Duantini

Bio:

Tayler Durantini is a Lighting, Laser, and Creative Designer whose work brings together technical expertise, artistic vision, and passion for creating unforgettable live experiences. Tayler works for Monumental Sports and Entertainment as the Director of Show Production, and is the Lighting Director at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. She spends her time working with the Washington Capitals [NHL], Washington Wizards [NBA] and Washington Mystics [WNBA] teams, managing both the technical production elements and creative direction for the lighting and special effects.

With experience working alongside major professional sports organizations, including those in the NFL, MLS, NBA, and NHL, Tayler has developed a diverse background spanning large-scale live events, theatrical production, lighting design, laser programming, and special effects design and integration. A graduate of the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Lighting Design and Technology, Tayler combines a strong foundation in theatrical design with hands-on technical knowledge and a collaborative, solutions-driven 
mindset. 

Tayler is also the Founder and Creative Director of Liquid Creative LLC, a design and creative studio. Liquid partners with clients across live entertainment, professional  sports, corporate events, and concert touring to transform creative concepts into dynamic, immersive productions. Through her work as both a designer and business owner, Tayler brings a valuable  perspective on the intersection of creativity, technology, entrepreneurship, and  collaboration in the live entertainment industry. She is passionate about pushing creative boundaries, building strong working relationships, and contributing to an industry where innovation and teamwork bring extraordinary ideas to life.