Available Light
Available Light is an industry-leading, award-winning, fast-paced experiential lighting design firm specializing in Museum Exhibition, Architecture, and Trade Show Exhibits. This position is in downtown Burbank, CA. The firm pursues lighting design that elevates purpose and meaning while delivering sustainable solutions for high-performance environments.
Associate Designer Job Responsibilities
An Associate Designer has a solid foundation in both the Core and Edge Skills defined below. Associates have opportunities for lead designer and project management work, while continuing to learn and train to step into a Senior Associate role with greater autonomy.
Core Skills
Revit+BIM Collaborate Pro (both critical skills) - AutoCAD
AGi32
Office 365
Willingness to travel
Production of layout drawings, models, etc.
Familiarity with (a plus):
VectorWorks, FileMaker, Adobe Creative Suite, Climate Studio, Enscape, 3ds Max
Daylighting, LEED, and/or WELL certification
Orders, Energy Reports, Submittals, etc. for review with Project Manager
Edge Skills
Developing design options based on aesthetic, performance, and/or budget criteria.
Coordination of design details with clients.
Control system narratives and riser diagrams design.
Develop budget estimates based on design and/or historic project data.
Research light level guidelines, energy codes, and recommended practice documents.
Lighting fixture/system evaluation, selection, and equivalents.
Punch listing
Project time monitoring
Qualifications
An advanced lighting degree (MFA, MA, or MS) or equivalent professional experience.
Minimum 4 years working professionally in Architectural Lighting Design.
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills.
Experience in team management and client relationships from the creative process to administrative tasks like budgets, project reporting, and ongoing revisions.
Dedication to lifelong learning and mentoring entry-level staff.
Additional Information
Available Light offers a generous benefits and vacation package that includes health/dental insurance, professional development/tuition reimbursement, childcare benefits, life & disability insurance, benchmarking excursions, and an employer-contribution SIMPLE IRA retirement plan.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EEO
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Associate Designer Job Responsibilities
An Associate Designer has a solid foundation in both the Core and Edge Skills defined below. Associates have opportunities for lead designer and project management work, while continuing to learn and train to step into a Senior Associate role with greater autonomy.
Core Skills
Revit+BIM Collaborate Pro (both critical skills) - AutoCAD
AGi32
Office 365
Willingness to travel
Production of layout drawings, models, etc.
Familiarity with (a plus):
VectorWorks, FileMaker, Adobe Creative Suite, Climate Studio, Enscape, 3ds Max
Daylighting, LEED, and/or WELL certification
Orders, Energy Reports, Submittals, etc. for review with Project Manager
Edge Skills
Developing design options based on aesthetic, performance, and/or budget criteria.
Coordination of design details with clients.
Control system narratives and riser diagrams design.
Develop budget estimates based on design and/or historic project data.
Research light level guidelines, energy codes, and recommended practice documents.
Lighting fixture/system evaluation, selection, and equivalents.
Punch listing
Project time monitoring
Qualifications
An advanced lighting degree (MFA, MA, or MS) or equivalent professional experience.
Minimum 4 years working professionally in Architectural Lighting Design.
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills.
Experience in team management and client relationships from the creative process to administrative tasks like budgets, project reporting, and ongoing revisions.
Dedication to lifelong learning and mentoring entry-level staff.
Additional Information
Available Light offers a generous benefits and vacation package that includes health/dental insurance, professional development/tuition reimbursement, childcare benefits, life & disability insurance, benchmarking excursions, and an employer-contribution SIMPLE IRA retirement plan.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EEO
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