Adrian Ossenkop is a lighting designer based in Omaha, Nebraska, and a sophomore at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, where he studies Theatre with a focus in lighting design.

He’s interested in theatre that invites collaboration, challenges norms, and engages directly with audiences. Adrian values lighting as both a technical craft and a storytelling tool. He is especially passionate about amplifying underrepresented voices and increasing accessibility in theatrical spaces.

Adrian has attended the United States Institute of Technology Conference as a conference assistant in 2024 and 2025.

In addition to his work in theatre, he manages social media for the Maverick Food Pantry at UNO, supporting campus initiatives that focus on food access and student wellbeing.