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Shades of Light,LLC

Retail Sales Associate

Richmond, VA · On-site

$15 - $16.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Outlet Retail Sales Associate Days/Shifts Required: 5 day/40 hour work week / 9-5:30 Hourly pay ... lighting designs. Since that time, the company has grown to become a national, multi-channel ...

Crateandbarrel

Designer

Broadway, VA

With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the ... Understanding of basic design functions including spatial planning, fabric selection, lighting ...

Crateandbarrel

Designer

Broadway, VA

With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the ... Understanding of basic design functions including spatial planning, fabric selection, lighting ...

Crateandbarrel

Designer, C&B

Glen Allen, VA

With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the ... Understanding of basic design functions including spatial planning, fabric selection, lighting ...

Crateandbarrel

Designer, C&B

Glen Allen, VA

With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the ... Understanding of basic design functions including spatial planning, fabric selection, lighting ...

Crateandbarrel

Designer, CB2

Tysons Corner, VA · On-site

With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the ... Understanding of basic design functions including spatial planning, fabric selection, lighting ...

Salas O'Brien, Inc.

Electrical Designer

Roanoke, VA · Hybrid

Understanding and design of lighting systems, electrical, and fire alarm systems. * Perform ... You have an Associates or bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology ...

Kimley-Horn

Substation Physical Designer

Richmond, VA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Associates degree with an engineering or drafting concentration. * Proficiency with industry ... Experience with grounding studies, lightning protection studies, and lighting studies. At Kimley ...

Crateandbarrel

Crate&Kids Designer, C&B

Broadway, VA

With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the ... Understanding of basic design functions including spatial planning, fabric selection, lighting ...

Kimley-Horn

Substation Physical Designer

Richmond, VA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Associates degree with an engineering or drafting concentration. * Proficiency with industry ... Experience with grounding studies, lightning protection studies, and lighting studies. Why Kimley ...

Kimley-Horn

Substation Physical Designer

Richmond, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Associates degree with an engineering or drafting concentration. * Proficiency with industry ... Experience with grounding studies, lightning protection studies, and lighting studies. Why Kimley ...

Kimley-Horn

Substation Physical Designer

Richmond, VA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Associates degree with an engineering or drafting concentration. * Proficiency with industry ... Experience with grounding studies, lightning protection studies, and lighting studies. Why Kimley ...

Salas O'Brien

Electrical Designer

Roanoke, VA · On-site

Understanding and design of lighting systems, electrical, and fire alarm systems. * Perform ... You have an Associates or bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate lighting designer?

To thrive as an Associate Lighting Designer, you need a solid understanding of lighting design principles, electrical systems, and a relevant degree or technical training in theater, architecture, or lighting design. Familiarity with lighting control consoles, CAD software (such as AutoCAD or Vectorworks), and visualization tools is typically required. Creativity, strong communication, and attention to detail are crucial soft skills for collaborating with design teams and translating artistic visions into practical solutions. These skills ensure effective project execution, aesthetic impact, and safety in diverse performance or architectural environments.

What is an associate lighting designer?

Associate Lighting Designers are professionals who assist the lead Lighting Designer in developing and implementing the lighting vision for theatre, film, television, or live events. Their responsibilities often include creating lighting plots, managing equipment, coordinating with production teams, and ensuring the lighting design is executed correctly. They may also handle technical aspects, supervise crew members, and step in for the lead designer when needed. This role requires both creative and technical skills, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with other departments.

What are some common challenges faced by associate lighting designers when working on large-scale productions?

Associate Lighting Designers on large-scale productions often face challenges such as coordinating with multiple departments, managing rapid changes during technical rehearsals, and ensuring the lead designer's vision is executed accurately within tight timelines. They must also adapt to evolving production needs and troubleshoot unexpected technical issues. Effective communication, flexibility, and strong organizational skills are crucial for navigating these high-pressure environments and contributing to a successful show.

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Designer III - Lighting Practice Leader

Johnson Mirmiran and Thompson, Inc.

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson rating

9.8

Company rating: 9.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1st of 449 rated engineering

Job description


Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients-while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.
We are looking for a Lighting Practice Leader who will be Responsible for preparation and coordination for Lighting Practice Leader and lighting plan documents. This role partners with engineers and project managers, contributing to every phase of project development, from concept to completion on a variety of projects. The successful candidate will lead other designer(s) to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team and support the delivery of solutions tailored to each client's needs.
Compensation for this position is $100,000.00 - $125,000.00, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.
Essential Responsibilities
  • Uses judgment and modifications in making advanced computations and revises specifications for adaptations and modifications.
  • Coordinate projects with Local, City, State, and County codes and officials.
  • Collaborate with team of designers, engineers, and sub-consultants to produce a contract drawing and specifications.
  • Design complex projects using computer-aided drafting software and other design tools, ensuring compliance with client specifications and guidelines while creating project-specific content to clearly illustrate design intent.
  • Manage multidisciplinary (Revit) models to maintain accuracy and consistency across production drawings, recognizing and addressing impacts on other disciplines throughout the design process.
  • Resolve a variety of complex issues, (i.e., challenging design requirements, requirements for unconventional materials, difficult coordination requirements, etc.) and serve as a liaison between clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams.
  • Review project production documents for quality control, coordinate with other disciplines, perform code reviews and produce mark-up drawings for Designer I and II.
  • Carry out field surveys to confirm existing conditions or solving unforeseen field conditions during construction.
  • Performing construction administration and overseeing commissioning activities alongside the project manager.
  • Participates in planning, scheduling, conducting or coordinating detailed phases of the engineering design work in a part of a major project or in total of a project of moderate scope.
  • Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, field conditions, and manufacturer's equipment data to plan projects.
  • Develop construction cost estimates.
  • Attend client meetings during design.
  • Lead, mentor, and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team.

Required Skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are required
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
  • Desire to participate and excel with a broad range of project types, roles, customers, and tasks
  • Ability to successfully function in a fast-paced cooperative team environment
  • Proficient with discipline specific software such as AutoCAD, Revit, AGI32, COMCheck.

Required Experience
  • 10+ years of relevant experience is required
  • Lighting Certified (LC) and/or IALD Design Member or higher
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Experience
  • Associate's degree in a field of study related to drafting and design
  • IES involvement

Working Conditions
Work is performed within a general office environment 85% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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