Architectural Lighting Designer

Journey

$75K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field
  • 2-4 years of experience in architectural/interior/theatrical lighting
  • Strong communication and idea expression skills
  • Demonstrated project and time management abilities
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite
  • Experience with lighting analysis software (AGi32, Dialux, or similar)
  • Familiarity with rendering tools (Rhino, SketchUp, or 3ds Max is a plus)
  • Understanding of lighting controls systems and energy codes (IECC, ASHRAE, etc.)

Responsibilities

  • Develop creative lighting design concepts for diverse architectural projects
  • Produce lighting layouts, plans, sections, and details using CAD/Revit
  • Perform lighting calculations and simulations using AGi32, Dialux, or similar tools
  • Collaborate with architects, designers, engineers, and clients to integrate lighting
  • Select luminaires and controls in alignment with design intent and budgets
  • Prepare presentations and renderings to convey design ideas
  • Review shop drawings and mockups for compliance with design intent
  • Conduct site visits and assist with installation commissioning

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment with regular in-person studio hours
  • Opportunity to work on a variety of project types including commercial and public space
  • Collaborative team atmosphere in a creative studio setting
  • Potential for professional growth within the firm
  • Exposure to the latest industry trends and technologies
Full Job Description
About the Role
Role overview

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Architectural Lighting Designer to join the Journey team in our Broadway Studio, with approximately 2-4 years of professional experience in a similar role. The ideal candidate is passionate about the integration of light within architecture, has a strong design sensibility, and is capable of contributing to projects from concept through construction.

We're unable to offer further details about our current projects online, but are happy to share details in interview once an NDA has been signed.
Key Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Develop creative lighting design concepts for architectural projects including commercial, stadium, landscape, hospitality, and public space
  • Produce lighting layouts, plans, sections, and details using CAD/Revit
  • Perform lighting calculations and simulations using tools such as AGi32, Dialux, or similar.
  • Collaborate with architects, interior designers, engineers, and clients to integrate lighting seamlessly into the built environment
  • Select luminaires, lighting controls, and associated systems in alignment with design intent and project budgets
  • Prepare presentations, renderings, and visualizations to communicate design ideas
  • Review shop drawings, submittals, and mockups for compliance with design intent
  • Conduct site visits and assist with aiming, focusing, and commissioning of lighting installations
  • Stay current with industry trends, technologies, codes, and sustainability practices
Candidate Qualifications & Skills

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field
  • Approximately 2-4 years of direct professional experience in architectural and/or interior/theatrical lighting
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to express ideas thoroughly
  • Demonstrable skills as a project and time manager who can handle several projects with changing requirements, client requests, and tight deadlines
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
  • Experience with lighting analysis software (AGi32, Dialux, or similar)
  • Familiar with rendering tools (Rhino, SketchUp, or 3ds Max is a plus)
  • A clear understanding of lighting controls systems and energy codes (IECC, ASHRAE, etc.)
  • Strong visual & graphic communication skills
  • An ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Location: Our Broadway Studio is a hybrid design Studio. This role is based in our New York Studio with regular in-person studio hours working with the wider team. On this occasion we can only consider applications from those fully authorized to work in the U.S.

Application: Please submit a resume and portfolio demonstrating your experience along with a cover letter explaining how your experience meets the required criteria for this role. Due to the clear design experience required for this role applications without portfolios cannot be considered.

Interviews: We don't anticipate hosting more than one round of interview for this role.

Salary Pay Range

$75,000-$100,000 USD

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