Lighting Designer Jobs

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Seeking a poised, driven, detail-oriented individual who has a passion for architectural lighting to provide support to the firm’s design team and clientele.

ABOUT THE FIRM:

HOILAND STUDIOS Inc. is a full-service lighting design firm based in Chicago, IL specializingin high-end residential, hospitality, retail, and art lighting projects.We offer highly customized lighting solutions fordiscerning clients nationwide who value good lighting.We are currently working on projects that range from high-end residential new construction, gut remodels, single family homes, condos, art lighting additions, and boutique commercial salons.We work with high-profile clientele in the privacy of their homes which requires the utmost trustworthiness and discretion.

THE ROLE:

• Draw lighting plans in CAD and make updates as necessary based on design changes.
• Research lighting fixture options based on the design direction.
• Design lighting scenes for the lighting control system and assign light levels to each scene in Excel.
• Create and update lighting load schedules in Excel.
• Assist the Principal and design team with a variety of design projects through all stages of design.
• Run photometric calculations in AGi32.
• Create and update lighting fixture schedules in Excel.
• Update the website and mailing list as needed.
• Coordinate details between trades.
• Organize product samples.
• Mark up fixture cut sheets in Bluebeam Revu.
• Perform additional administrative tasks as needed.
• Prepare lighting presentations.
• Request and review fixture quotes.
• Coordinate rep visits.
• Attend design meetings and construction site meetings with the principal and take detailed notes.
• Assist with social media posts and content creation.

TOOLS YOU WILL USE:

AutoCAD, AGI, Bluebeam Revu, Excel, Word, Zoom, Wix, Mailchimp, GSuite, Dropbox

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in lighting design, interior design, architecture, architectural engineering, or a related field.
• Familiar with architecture and design principles and the firm’s aesthetic.
• Ability to proactively solve problems and take initiative.
• Articulate communication skills required.
• Ability to conceptualize spaces three-dimensionally.
• Valid driver’s license and accessibility to a car required.
• Strong 2D AutoCAD proficiency required.
• Minimum 1-2 years of professional experience in lighting design or a related field.
• Proficiency in AGi32 is a plus but not required.