Junior Associate Lighting Designer
EJA Lighting Design is a boutique firm specializing in high-end residential and luxury hospitality projects. We're seeking a Junior Associate Lighting Designer to contribute to sophisticated lighting designs across multiple concurrent projects, working under the direction of the Principal and Associate Lighting Designers.
Responsibilities
- Design and revise lighting layouts and specifications in AutoCAD, ensuring technical precision and design intent
- Collaborate with architects, interior designers, and construction teams to integrate lighting seamlessly into project vision
- Research lighting products, develop manufacturer relationships, and stay current on innovative solutions
- Create fixture specifications, cut sheets, and preliminary control system layouts
- Manage multiple plan sets simultaneously while meeting project deadlines and tracking time accurately
- Participate in project meetings, site visits, and final focusing sessions
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Excellent time management and ability to prioritize across multiple projects
- Knowledge of residential or commercial lighting products and controls
- Experience with Revit, AGi32, and/or Photoshop
- Portfolio demonstrating lighting design work or related projects
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental and life insurance for employee
- 401(k) plan (after 1 year of employment)
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible hybrid work environment (after initial training period, schedule based on performance and project needs)
- Twice-monthly office lunches and chair massage
- Quarterly wellness reimbursement
- Opportunity to work on high-profile residential and hospitality projects
- Mentorship in a collaborative studio environment with clear advancement path
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
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