Design Assistant

Description

Horton Lees BrogdenLighting Design (HLB) is an internationally recognized design firm focused on architectural lighting for both interior and exterior environments. We are inspired by the artistry of light and its impact on the natural and architectural environment. We infuse our core values of artistry, legacy, curiosity, balance, and integrity into every project.

We look for individuals who are inspired by our values, who seek to learn and in turn teach others, who respect, value and promote the integrity of our work, who care about the impact we make in people's lives, and who are responsive to our ever-changing world.

The Design Assistant will support the work of 1 or more team members and assist in the lighting design process.

Achieving Results - Project Responsibilities

Comprehends tasks and meet schedules - responsibility for assigned tasks and meeting deadlines

Develops technical skills appropriate to area of expertise and continually improves skills and knowledge through supplemental education, seminars, etc.

Understands all stages of a project and associated deliverables and is a participant in all stages.

Assess project needs and communicate to project manager

Keep supervisor advised of work status, workload, any problems and progress as related to work assignments

Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.

Demonstrates an understanding of QA / QC procedures

May exhibit expertise or desire to specialize in a specific lighting project type or application (Practice Leader Group - PLG)

Working with Clients - Client Responsibilities

Enhance HLB's value to the client and promote the firm

Uses communication tools to manage client expectations

Working with Teammates and Managers - Management Responsibilities

Exhibits flexibility

Interfaces among the principals, design / technical staff and business team as needed.

Participates in office-wide coordination of resources and staff

HLB's Corporate Culture and Values - Responsibilities to HLB initiatives

Represents the firm in a professional manner

Participation in Designing Our Future / HLB 10 : 10 Vision, C2Q initiatives

Reinforce HLB values - Artistry, Curiosity, Balance, Integrity, Legacy

Looks for opportunities to collaborate with other HLB offices on project, DOF, business workgroup avenues in a meaningful way.

Requirements

Skill Set :

Organizational skills

Proven technical skills appropriate to work area

Oral and written skills

Computer programs : Revit, Excel, Word, Power Point, Adobe Suite including Acrobat, Photoshop and InDesign, AutoCAD, AGI or Visual or Elum Tools, Diva, Grasshopper, Ecotect, Radiance, Daysim, Rhino, Radiance, Vision - as applicable to their role or business group.

Ability to prioritize / time management skills

Self-motivated and self-directed

Team player

Dependable

Education & Experience :

Bachelor's degree or above in Lighting Design or Architectural Engineering or Architecture or Interior Design or Theatrical Lighting or related education and experience and / or

0 to 3 years' experience

Certification in Lighting Design (e.g. LC Intern) or certification related to field / degree or endeavoring to obtain it

LEED BD+C or endeavors to achieve

Participate in industry related professional organizations locally

Compensation : $31.06 Hourly

The final agreed upon compensation is based on cost of living, individual education, qualifications, and experience.

Benefit Clause :

Includes but not limited to Medical, Dental & Vision plans, flexible spending account, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short / long term disability plans, holidays, and paid time off.