John Newman is a highly accomplished professional in the field of lighting design, with a diverse educational background and extensive experience across different organizations. He holds a Masters of Arts degree in Lighting Design from the prestigious Parsons School of Design as well as a Bachelors Degree with Individual Concentration in Economics, International Business, Consumer Studies, and German from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

Newman's career has spanned various roles including Principal at STUDIO NEWMAN, Studio Director at Kugler Ning Lighting Design, Senior Associate at brandston partnership inc, and Professor of Lighting at the School of Visual Arts and the Fashion Institute of Technology. Currently, he is a partner at LOOP Lighting, a leading lighting design firm.

With his wealth of experience and knowledge in lighting design, Newman is an expert in creating aesthetically pleasing and functional lighting solutions for a variety of spaces, from residential to commercial settings. His expertise spans architectural lighting, daylighting, and energy-efficient lighting solutions, among others.