Technical Designer, Lighting jobs in United States
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TAIT · 3 days ago

Technical Designer, Lighting

TAIT is a company that partners with artists, brands, and IP holders to create innovative live experiences. The Technical Designer, Lighting is responsible for designing and integrating lighting systems for various projects, ensuring high-quality solutions that meet clients' needs.

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Responsibilities

Extensive knowledge of Architectural and Theatrical lighting techniques; instruments, fixtures, hardware
Experience with power distribution and control systems for entertainment - Contactors/Dimmers/DMX/Command Line Based programming/SACN
Solid networking understanding of theory and practice with enterprise systems
Proficient at industry standard design documentation normally associated with Theatrical Lighting Design (Inclusive of but not limited to; Vectorworks, Lightwrite, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Revit, BIM and Previsualization Suites)
Familiarity with show control theory and programming
Strong knowledge of Audio, Video, Lighting, Controls and Interactive, (AVLCI) system design and implementation
Rigging, accepted industry standards, hardware, equipment, and systems experience is desired for this role
Proficient at understanding Architect and Construction level drawings
Develop/provide input to design drawings and build documentation which thoroughly details all aspects of the intended designs
Ability to work on technical design elements from early concepts with venue design teams through commissioning with sub vendors and project teams
Execute designs through all phases of design and production within company requirements and client performance specifications
Oversee integration partners and communicate status to project management and leadership teams
Experience in developing operations and maintenance training and documentation
Contributor to estimating and budgeting as required for leads and assigned projects, specifically but not limited to Lighting systems as required with support
Participation in project scheduling for assigned project phase tasks, inclusive of vendor coordination and scheduling
Evaluation of RFPs, bid responses and recommending vendors, suppliers, and integrators

Qualification

Architectural lighting techniquesTheatrical lighting techniquesPower distribution systemsLighting design softwareShow control programmingAVLCI system designRigging standardsConstruction drawingsLighting Designer experienceThemed entertainment experienceFlexibility/AdaptabilityEnthusiasmAttention to detailTeamwork

Required

Extensive knowledge of Architectural and Theatrical lighting techniques; instruments, fixtures, hardware
Experience with power distribution and control systems for entertainment - Contactors/Dimmers/DMX/Command Line Based programming/SACN
Solid networking understanding of theory and practice with enterprise systems
Proficient at industry standard design documentation normally associated with Theatrical Lighting Design (Inclusive of but not limited to; Vectorworks, Lightwrite, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Revit, BIM and Previsualization Suites)
Familiarity with show control theory and programming
Strong knowledge of Audio, Video, Lighting, Controls and Interactive, (AVLCI) system design and implementation
Rigging, accepted industry standards, hardware, equipment, and systems experience is desired for this role
Proficient at understanding Architect and Construction level drawings
Develop/provide input to design drawings and build documentation which thoroughly details all aspects of the intended designs
Ability to work on technical design elements from early concepts with venue design teams through commissioning with sub vendors and project teams
Execute designs through all phases of design and production within company requirements and client performance specifications
Oversee integration partners and communicate status to project management and leadership teams
Experience in developing operations and maintenance training and documentation
Contributor to estimating and budgeting as required for leads and assigned projects, specifically but not limited to Lighting systems as required with support
Participation in project scheduling for assigned project phase tasks, inclusive of vendor coordination and scheduling
Evaluation of RFPs, bid responses and recommending vendors, suppliers, and integrators
Bachelor's degree in one of the following – Engineering, Architecture, Business Management, Construction Management, Liberal Arts – Theater Design/Technology, or equivalent experience
4 years experience (or 2 years experience with a graduate degree) as a Lighting Designer
Experience in 'large project' themed entertainment design and/or management is highly desirable

Preferred

Preferred (4) years experience of major entertainment development experience; major theme park/themed entertainment/cruise ship development/theater production experience

Company

TAIT

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TAIT is the World Market Leader in designing, constructing and delivering the finest live event solutions in the world.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
Providence Equity Partners
2024-07-09Acquired
2019-02-25Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Adam Davis
Chief Executive Officer - TAIT Group
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Ann Ritter
Executive Assistant to Adam Davis, Chief Creative Officer
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