Production Designer

Applicants must be located in Georgia, Florida or Tennessee. This position is remote and may require occasional travel to our Atlanta, GA office. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire; visa sponsorship is not available.

About the Role

The Production Designer develops innovative exhibition environment solutions under the direction of the Executive Design Director and other design leaders. This role contributes to the creation of permanent museum exhibitions, themed entertainment experiences, physical and digital consumer environments, and retail spaces. The Production Designer collaborates cross-functionally to ensure all experiences are cohesive, on-brand, and aligned with strategic objectives. Projects are primarily focused on the Las Vegas market, with opportunities to contribute to global projects across the company’s expanding portfolio as needed.

This role requires an experienced spatial problem-solver who supports interpretive planning, design programming, visitor journey analysis, and space planning. The Production Designer produces interior design and interior architectural solutions, along with supporting documentation for exhibition environments. Over time, the Production Designer is expected to grow into a project leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative, immersive, and experiential exhibition environments design solutions which meet the strategic, experiential, functional, and budgetary scope for each project
• Participate in all phases and aspects of a project, including research and project immersion, strategy, ideation, concept design, schematic design, design development, design intent documentation, and fabrication and installation oversight
• Collaborate with the Communications Design & Digital Experience Design teams to develop integrated design solutions
• Communicate design solutions through story-driven architectural visualization, drawings, sketches, 3D and physical models, and documentation
• Create thoughtful, clear, and direct presentation documents that communicate design-thinking for clients, vendors, and creative partners
• Develop exhibition environments, including design programming, space planning, scenic environments design, fixture and millwork design, interactives and games, props and costumes display, artifacts and replica/cast displays, and other design elements within the built environment
• Develop design solutions for touring exhibitions that account for modularity for multiple venue footprints and existing conditions, including domestic and international shipping
• Communicate with venue Facilities and Operations personnel for clear and continuous project coordination
• Adapt existing exhibitions to new venues, when needed
• Specify materials, finishes, and make lighting recommendations
• Help oversee the fabrication, production, and installation processes
• Partner with the Production and Operations teams to ensure creative is delivered on time and to the expected quality level

Requirements

• 5+ years experience in museum exhibition design, themed entertainment design, branded environments design, interior design, architecture, or stage/theatrical production design
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, interior architecture/design, stage/theatrical production design/tech, illustration, industrial design, or related discipline
• A passion for experience design and the built environment
• Strong knowledge of industry trends and innovations in experience design
• Understanding of design narrative and the ability to work within a strategic framework
• Strong conceptual ideation and collaborative brainstorming abilities
• Strong understanding of the design process and documentation from initial concepts through implementation
• Understanding of construction and fabrication methods, materials and finishes, and lighting solutions
• Ability to read architectural construction documents and shop drawings, and coordinate with consultants, drafting teams, engineers, and building officials for fire and life safety systems, structural, mechanical, electrical or data interface, as required
• Hand drawing or sketching skills a plus
• CAD and/or BIM modeling and documentation skills
• 3D modeling, rendering, and visualization techniques
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to prioritize and concurrently work on multiple projects in a fast-paced studio environment
• Ability to meet deadlines without compromising accuracy, within the constraints of schedule and budget
• Flexibility to work both collaboratively and independently on projects of all scales
• Ability to coordinate with venue representatives for project requirements
• Ability to be a resourceful designer that can create efficient yet effective design solutions

Skills

• Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
• Autodesk and AutoCAD
• SketchUp, 3ds Max, Rhino, or comparable 3D modeling program for visualization
• Enscape3D, V-ray, or comparable render engine
• Google Suite: Gmail, Calendar, Meet
• Excel, Google Sheets, or comparable spreadsheet program

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to function in high-pressure situations
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer
• Correctable vision and hearing
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Clear, easy to understand oral communication ability
• Ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally for moving equipment
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods
• Ability to sit for long periods
• Capability to read, write, and understand English
• Skilled in the use of computer and office equipment
• Proficient in activities requiring manual dexterity of both hands
• Travel domestically and/or internationally based on business need

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance