ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING DESIGNER

Wrightson Johnson Haddon And Williams - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Dallas, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Architectural Lighting Designer at WJHW, Inc. will play a crucial role in supporting the firm's theatre consultants, senior staff, and project managers. This position involves leading the design of various lighting projects, including architectural and sports lighting, while ensuring effective collaboration with architects, engineers, and contractors. The designer will be responsible for creating detailed specifications and renderings, contributing to the successful execution of both new construction and renovation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of architectural, sports, and occasional theatrical lighting designs for new construction and renovation projects.
• Create renderings, drawings, and detailed specifications for bid document packages for WJHW clients.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors on project infrastructure and detailing.
• Provide review and oversight of the work of specialty contractors providing systems for WJHW projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or documented advanced training in a related engineering field.
• At least three years of experience in at least two of the following: Architectural and/or stage lighting contractor or lighting manufacturer, a consulting firm, lighting design for an architectural or engineering firm, or lighting design in a theatrical or other entertainment industry setting.
• Experience in the production of engineering drawings and experience/willingness to utilize AutoCAD and Revit.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize industry-standard application packages for development of illumination and related visualization studies.
• Good Microsoft Office skills.
• Knowledge of entertainment lighting control protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, engineers, and other design team members.
• A willingness to travel as a necessary component of fulfilling the job responsibilities.