WJHW | Theater Systems Designer - US
POSITION OVERVIEW
WJHW, Inc. is accepting applicants for the position of Theatre Systems Designer in one their primary offices. This individual will support the firm’s theatre consultants, senior staff, and project managers in the development and administration of designs on a variety of architectural and engineering projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in developing the design of theatrical lighting, rigging, and stage equipment systems for new construction and renovation projects.
Create drawings and prepare detailed specifications for part of bid document packages for WJHW clients.
Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors on project infrastructure and detailing.
Provide review and oversight of the work of specialty contractors providing systems for WJHW projects.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree or documented advanced training in technical theatre or engineering.
At least two years of experience in at least one of the following:
Stage lighting contractor or lighting manufacturer.
A theatrical rigging contractor or rigging equipment manufacturer.
A consulting firm.
Project management in an architectural or engineering firm.
Project management in a theatre or other entertainment industry setting
Experience in the production of engineering drawings and experience/willingness to utilize AutoCAD and Revit for the same.
Good Microsoft Office skills.
Knowledge of entertainment lighting control protocols.
Knowledge of entertainment rigging standards and best practices.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, engineers, and other design team members.
A willingness to travel as a necessary component of fulfilling the job responsibilities.
This position is based in Dallas.
TO APPLY
All applications will be treated as confidential.
ABOUT WJHW
WJHW is a leading consulting and design services firm, headquartered out of Dallas, Texas and in operational globally. WJHW offers technology consulting and design for sound, video, multi-media, telecommunications, broadcast, security, theatre, acoustics and more.