Show Set Designer II - Creative Development

Show Set Designer II Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform at a competent level and skill in environmental storytelling, design, visual & spatial layout, collaboration, communication, problem solving, planning and organizing, and adaptability within teams and creative work environments.
• Independently develop portions of immersive environmental designs under guidance including scenic elements, themed architecture overlays, and guest-facing environments.
• Translate creative concepts and narrative intent into physical spatial layouts and scenic design solutions.
• Design and support development of queue environments, ride scenes, scenic transitions, and feature elements.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and technical teams to ensure integration of scenic design within the built environment.
• Support development of design documentation including plans, elevations, sections, and detail drawings.
• Efficient use and working knowledge of Rhino, Revit, Lumion, Adobe suite, Microsoft Office to produce quality work.
• Assist in coordination with specialty vendors, fabricators, and show system partners.
• Participate in design reviews, interdisciplinary coordination meetings, and internal team discussions.
• Support fabrication and installation phases including shop drawing review, mock-ups, and field coordination.
• Ensure alignment between design intent, operational requirements, and project constraints.
• Communicate design ideas clearly through drawings, models, and visual presentations.
• Contributes to the development and execution of immersive, story-driven environments.
• Ensures environmental design supports overall guest experience and narrative intent.
• Supports coordination between creative, architectural, and technical disciplines.
• Contributes to successful project delivery measured by design quality, coordination, and alignment with project goals.
• Supports adherence to Huitt-Zollars’ business processes and quality management systems.
• Participates in design reviews and quality control processes.
• Maintains current knowledge of industry trends, tools, and best practices in themed environment design.

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Design, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 2-4 years of relevant Creative Development experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop spatial design and environmental storytelling concepts.
  • Portfolio showcasing design ability, visual storytelling, and spatial composition.
  • Proficiency in Rhino, Revit, Lumion, Adobe suite, Microsoft Office. Enscape, 3DS Max, and/or Maya Zbrush a plus.
  • Ability to translate conceptual ideas into clear design solutions.
  • Experience working with architectural teams and integrated project environments is preferred.
  • Familiarity with drafting, modeling, and visualization tools.
  • Strong visual, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Detail-oriented and proactive approach to design and coordination.

    About Huitt-Zollars

    Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients. Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services.

    Benefits & Perks

    • Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
    • Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
    • Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
    • MDLive Telehealth
    • Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
    • 8 Paid Holidays
    • Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
    • Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
    • Paid Sick Leave
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Commuter Benefits
    • Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
    • Term Life / AD&D insurance
    • Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
    • Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP
    • Work for an Employee-Owned firm

      Physical Requirements

      • Sedentary work that requires prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
      • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
      • Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires one to be adaptable to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs
      • The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities