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IA Interior Architects

Lighting Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

The Lighting Designer, working under the leadership of a more senior Lighting team member or Project Manager, designs and develops architectural lighting from schematic through construction documents.

IA Interior Architects

Lighting Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

The Lighting Designer, working under the leadership of a more senior Lighting team member or Project Manager, designs and develops architectural lighting from schematic through construction documents.

MG Engineering

Lighting Designer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Job Type Full-time Description The Lighting Designer is a trusted member of the project team, working under the direct supervision of the Assistant Lighting Manager to provide valuable design and ...

MGE LDC

Lighting Designer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

The Lighting Designer is a trusted member of the project team, working under the direct supervision of the Assistant Lighting Manager to provide valuable design and project management support to the ...

Clark Nexsen

Lighting Designer

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

We are seeking a Lighting Designer to join our electrical team and will work under the direction of ... * Assist in the development of lighting design concepts under the direction of senior staff

Liaison Technology Group

Lighting Designer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Lighting Designer Liaison Technology Group www.liaisontechgroup.com Location: Nashville, TN or Ft ... * Assist in compiling outline and final specifications across project phases * Coordinate ...

Clark Nexsen

Lighting Designer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

We are seeking a Lighting Designer to join our electrical team and will work under the direction of ... * Assist in the development of lighting design concepts under the direction of senior staff

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How much do senior assistant lighting designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior assistant lighting designer in the United States is $67,425.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Assistant Lighting Designer vs Lighting Designer?

AspectSenior Assistant Lighting DesignerLighting Designer
CredentialsRelevant certifications, experience in lighting designSimilar certifications, more project responsibility
Work EnvironmentAssist in projects, support senior staffLead lighting projects, client interaction
Industry UsageSupporting roles in theater, film, architecturePrimary role in designing lighting schemes

The main difference is that a Senior Assistant Lighting Designer supports and assists in lighting projects, often working under a Lighting Designer, while a Lighting Designer takes the lead in creating and implementing lighting plans. The Senior Assistant role is more focused on supporting tasks, whereas the Lighting Designer has greater responsibility for project outcomes.

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Infographic showing various Senior Assistant Lighting Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,425 per year, or $32.4 per hour.

Lighting Designer

IA Interior Architects

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Position: Lighting Designer
 
Please include a portfolio or work samples with your application. Experience and skills in Revit are a plus!
 

IA Interior Architects translates client goals, brand and culture into powerful environments built around people, processes, technologies and business drivers.  Our clients in diverse markets worldwide require high-performance, visually compelling and sustainable environments to move their enterprise forward, support their culture, engage their staff, integrate technology and drive efficiencies.  As architects, designers, workplace strategists and environmental specialists in the largest global architecture firm concentrating exclusively on interiors, we help clients articulate and align their business strategies and core values with the dynamic use of space.

Our team members are collaborative, creative, professional, expert and entrepreneurial.  Joining our team requires skill, daring, leadership, teaming, humor and a love of interiors.  We are presently searching for a Lighting Designer for our San Francisco Studio.  The Lighting Designer, working under the leadership of a more senior Lighting team member or Project Manager, designs and develops architectural lighting from schematic through construction documents. May also be involved in design strategy and concept development depending on level of experience. 

Other responsibilities include:

  • Actively participates in and oversees the design, development and production of Lighting Designs
  • Prepares lighting plans, lighting schedules, specifications, sections, elevations and drawing packages
  • Creates innovative, creative and complete design concepts and may present to clients
  • May mentor the work of Junior and Intermediate Lighting Designers

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Lighting Design, Industrial Design; equivalent experience may be substituted
  • 5+ years of experience or equivalent educational experience: architectural lighting design; custom light fixture design, detailing for lighting and 3D design/visualization

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated competency in all phases of architectural lighting
  • Expert knowledge of working drawings and procedures
  • Knowledge of electrical principles as they relate to artificial lighting
  • Intermediate knowledge of lighting control systems, energy codes, and energy-efficient design principles
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively 

  • Intermediate presentation and graphic communication skills

As well as Advanced skills and/or knowledge in the following areas:

  • Knowledge of lighting products
  • Sketching and rendering skills
  • Revit skills, a plus
  • Lighting calc skills (AGI132, Elumtools or similiar)
  • Adobe Create Suite skills
  • Verbal and written communication skills

Please submit a portfolio or work examples with your application

Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 annually, pending licensing, education, and industry experience.

Employment Type: Full Time Regular

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