Exhibit Designer [Solid Light]

The Exhibit Designer reports directly to the Design Director and assists the Design team in the creative implementation of projects and in upholding the firm’s standards of excellence in design. The Exhibit Designer provides project visualizations, graphic designs, elevations, plans, and 3D modeling, graphic production files, and fabrication drawings as needed. The Exhibit Designer also works with the entire project team to assist in the successful planning, design, and build of projects on budget and on time.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with project team to create designs that best address the client’s vision and goals.
• Report to the Design Director and follow company process to create designs for each project phase—planning, schematic design, final design, and construction drawings—and ensure that the project adheres to project vision, budget, and schedule.
• Interface with the full project team and subcontractors, following the lead of the Project Manager, to facilitate project schedules and successful client deliverables
• Collaborate with the Production Director and assist the Design team in selection of materials and finishes that accomplish the goals of design and meet the project budgets.
• Work with Design team to create project visualizations and support drawings that incorporate all necessary components for the fabrication.
• Work with the Design team to create presentations necessary for project deliverables.
• Work with Design team to create graphic files for print production and coordination documents for fabrication.
• Collaborate with the Production Director and Exhibit Architect to coordinate with fabrication and construction subcontractors.
• Coordinate with the Design Director in creating promotional materials as necessary to assist the company in business development.
• Help to promote Solid Light and its values and provide support in reaching its goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in related subject or equivalent work experience and training.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in exhibit design.
  • Digital portfolio required – please provide when applying.

SPECIALIZED TRAINING, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Google SketchUp.
• AutoCad and/or Revit proficiency preferred.
• Construction and fabrication knowledge preferred.
• Proficient understanding of computer applications to include Microsoft Office Suite.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Creativity and the ability to develop innovative solutions for client demands and project vision.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to include team collaboration, presentations, and internal and external client deliverables.
• Ability to professionally and efficiently correspond with external and internal clients and vendors via phone, email, and written correspondence.
• Excellent attention to detail in an environment with rapidly changing data.
• Interpersonal skills which promote open communication, candor and trust, both internally and outside of the Company.
• Accurate and timely completion of projects and/or reports.
• Maintenance of Company information in a confidential manner.
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting in a fast paced environment.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be capable of handling a high stress environment.
• Must be capable of lifting a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to travel domestically utilizing both automobile and airplane.