Designer And Sr. Designer, Show/Set – E-Ticket Attraction – Fall 2023

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for leading the development of scaled models, drawings and drawing packages depicting design and art direction for all show and scenic components of a Project. As part of the Design team, will assist the lead Designer or Creative Director in the development of details creatively integrating the myriad show, facility, equipment and elements into the overall creative environment. Must have creative, artistic and illustration ability. Is responsible to bring art to life in the drawing package. Responsible for integration and coordination of show and facility elements in the drawing package. Utilizes various drafting techniques and tools (e.g. AutoCAD, ADOBE Graphics software, 3D software, etc.) to draw, draft and create dimensional, scale drawings and models detailing construction methods and the integration of various show elements with each other and the facility. Responsible for designing to project program and budget, and for coordinating and integrating with other disciplines including but not limited to engineering, operations, and architect/engineer of record.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establishes, builds, and maintains positive and productive team relationships based on open communication, trust and teamwork with project partners, departments, disciplines, and personnel. Communicates, inspires, and maintains project intent among all team-members.
• During design, participates in design, cost, schedule and technical reviews. Responsible for developing creative design, color boards, sketching, drafting, and models and other creative output that outline solutions to integrate elements into a themed environment. Evaluates sightlines, visual intrusion and concealment of non-theatrical equipment within an “on-stage” environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Organizes and manages in-house and external design resources. With the Show Producer, identifies talent and resources and requirements necessary to complete the project.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• During construction, oversees contractors, develops in-field solutions and follow-up documentation. Ensures project completion of documentation of art and finish specifications, materials specification and design drawings.
• As directed by the Show Producer, Creative Director, or the Production Designer, organizes and manages the development, organization and assembly of an overall show, high quality show set design package. The show set package articulates the Project’s creative design intent and details the various show elements of an attraction, such as scenery, special effects, show action equipment, animated figures, props, animated props, audio equipment, lighting equipment and more.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of presentations and presentation artwork outlining creative goals and intent to gain internal and external approvals.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Must be a creative thinker and problem solver with strong technical ability with various design techniques/tools such as show set / scenic design and drafting, 3D modeling, architectural design, and/or others. Must have strong communication and collaboration skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

SCOPE: Non-routine; general policies applied to frequently changing situations; detailed understanding of technical issues. Influences decisions of moderate nature requiring high degree of tact and maturity. Will work in all phases of projects as directed, from blue sky though to project closeout, design and field installation. Will be assigned to a wide range of tasks and project sizes and types.

EDUCATION: Associate’s degree (AA) required. Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Fine Arts, Design, Theater, Graphics or Computer Technology or degree in other related field is preferred.

EXPERIENCE: 3-6 Years: within attraction development environment is required. 5+ Years: within attraction development environment is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have successfully designed, developed and assembled several project show set design packages; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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