Production Designer

Job Description

WHO ARE YOU?
Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at all things production design? Then you're in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the live event space. Is this you? Read on…

THE ROLE
Insomniac is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Production Designer. This role will be responsible for managing various aspects of show management from pre-production through post-production. This is not a remote position and requires travel on site at various event locations and at offices as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Collaborate with design stake holders (Clients, Executive Producers, Artist Management, Internal Departments) to bring creative concepts to life within the event footprint on assigned projects
• Create design decks for assigned shows and projects
• Design thematic elements for fabrication and work with CAD Specialist to create technical drawings across all assigned projects
• Create 3D renderings for event elements and themed areas on assigned projects
• Approve onsite assets (furnishings, tenting, etc.) for assigned areas
• Create concept art for assigned projects
• Create 3D lighting plots for assigned projects
• Ensure technical drawings accurately reflect design concepts
• Oversee project installations and ensure production elements are constructed to accurately reflect approved designs and engineering
QUALIFICATIONS
• 7+ years of working experience as a designer or in a related position
• 5+ years of event coordinating/planning and execution
• Must have proficiency in at least one of the following 3D Software Applications: SketchUp, Maya, Blender, Revit, or 3ds Max with the ability to export to AutoCAD
• Proficiency in spreadsheets, Apple operating systems, Google Suite, Airtable, Asana, and other programs as necessary
• Ability to effectively supervise and manage groups of staff
• Must be motivated with an ''Everything is possible'' attitude
• Must be an active problem solver, instilled with a sense of urgency for projects large and small
• Detail-oriented and excellent organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks
• Must be able to work nights and weekends and travel (economy) overnight/weekends
• Ability to travel is required (economy)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments in dynamic work locations
• May work in drastic temperature climates while on site at events
• Must be willing to travel to work during holidays, evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines
• Must be able to continuously stand or walk
• Must be able to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift frequently
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• May occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces
Applicants for employment in the US must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.
Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-xk18zz-216-73-216-39-42 in your application.