Award winning architectural lighting design firm looking for a full time Lighting Designer with > 5 years of work experience. Advanced degree (MS or MFA) in lighting preferred. Candidate should have experience leading a team, working on a full spectrum of lighting projects and all phases of work. Position requires a strong sense of detail, extensive knowledge of available lighting equipment and how it works, skills to analyze and mock-up unique lighting situations, and creative problem solving abilities.
Qualifications:
- Excellent knowledge of and experience with all phases (SD through CA) of the architectural process.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Working knowledge of Rhino or other 3D modeling software a plus.
- Extensive knowledge and experience with AGi32
- Proficiency in Adobe suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, and Microsoft Office
- Sensitivity and appreciation for design aesthetics (of all kinds)
- English fluency required. French or Chinese (Mandarin) language ability a plus but not required.
- Strong analytic skills, an attention to detail, and the ability to problem solve and make decisions based on changing conditions.
- The ability to work on multiple projects at various stages of design (some with aggressive timelines).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Diplomacy is crucial.
- Excellent organizational skills including: prioritization, scheduling, time management, and team coordination.
- The ability to interact with all levels of a project team, from client senior management to design team to contractor.
- The ability and interest in supervising and mentoring junior lighting design staff.
We are a New York City-based lighting design office collaborating with prominent architectural firms world-wide. Please visit L’Observatoire’s website www.lobsintl.com for a review of our portfolio.
Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include healthcare, 401K plan, vacation & sick days. This position offers opportunity for work-related travel.
Please submit your resume and examples of your work to [email protected]. No telephone calls please.
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