Entertainment Technical Designer 2 - Project

Job Description

Entertainment Technical Designer 2 - Project

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description
Working in a collaborative production team environment, this role is responsible for expediting all aspects of technical design/drafting along with show production support and staff oversight. This will include design, development, fabrication/installation oversight, facility interface, operation, maintenance, and documentation in compliance with codes, and jurisdictional requirements for Entertainment projects.

Essential Responsibilities:
• Working directly under the Sr Technical Designer in collaboration with Technical Manager and Art Department to strategize on approach of design and production at the beginning of each new job.
• Work with various disciplines to integrate show systems including but not limited to A/V, lighting, electrical, and special effects elements into technical design package.
• Produce accurate technical drawings, details, install packages, as-built, structural, rough and finish construction details, etc. for internal, and outsourcing to contractors/vendors.
• Review and redline technical drawings for client approval.
• Coordinate design documentation from contractors/vendors with an emphasis on checking for compliance with contractual requirements and specifications.
• Assist estimating and design where necessary.
• Produce installation packages that adequately shows the installation crew how to install the exhibit within the larger space.
• Maintain revision and document control digitally and on site.
• Coordinate close-out packages, maintenance manuals, as-builts, and revisions.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $85,000-$105,000
Qualifications
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Minimum 5 years work experience in a technical design/drafting capacity, with minimum 2 years in a leadership role
• Working knowledge of various types of both general, and scenic construction and materials including Type V construction
• Strong experience with Auto CAD 2D, 3D, and Microsoft Office
• Strong leadership and ability to lead staff on project deliverables with ability to work well with limited information and constant change.
• Solid in-field installation experience in entertainment / theme park environment
• Working in fast-paced environments with accelerated production schedules.
• Working knowledge of stage/entertainment practices, equipment, and technologies.
• Confidence to effectively communicate across all lines of business.
• Strong awareness of Environmental Safety standards, and ADA
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and nights as required.

Desired Characteristics:
• Strong experience with local jurisdictional protocols, and processes
• Ability to achieve results through the flawless execution of strategies and process.
• Ability to identify and communicate creative solutions to challenges, and to maintain a consistent focus on priorities with persistent follow-through.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Architecture, Sketchup, REVIT
• Bachelor's degree in Theatre, Production, or related entertainment field

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-eoxb68-18-97-14-81-42 in your application.