Senior Exhibit Designer

A high-level performer with strong relationships and the ability to lead their capability on projects with little oversight. The Senior Designer plays a key role in defining the spatial/formal design attitude on projects and connecting them to the broader project strategy and vision via creative and innovative design solutions. (Master Planning thru Installation)

PROJECT RESPONSIBILITIES / TASKS (80%)

Clients and Consultants

Proficient understanding of G&A’s scope of work

Proficient understanding of consultants’ contracts / scope of work

Presents designs at client meetings (travels to)

Leads consultant coordination meetings

Leads design workshops (internal and with client stakeholders)

Leads on-site observations and other documentation during the CA phase of work.

Participates during Construction Administration and Installation phases (travels to)

Design and Documentation

Fluency in documentation standards and practices

Fluency in visualization standards and practices

Proficient understanding of architectural coordination issues

Proficient understanding of design planning issues

Proficient understanding of storytelling techniques

Proficient understanding of materials, fabrication processes and techniques

Working understanding of the zeitgeist

Translates CAD information from clients/architects to suit G&A design purposes and processes

Fluency in Vectorworks

Coordinates designs with graphic, content, media and technology elements

Develops 3D digital models

Develops design direction sketches

Develops presentation plans/elevations/sections/axons, visualizations, and flythroughs

Develops image mood boards and finish palettes

Develops fabrication intent documentation (drawings / specifications)

Develops architectural coordination documentation (drawings / specifications)

Contributes to the organizing idea and strategy stack

Management: Design and Production

Fluency in project phases

Proficient understanding of ROM implementation costs information

Proficient understanding of exhibition implementation schedule

Generates work plans for teams

Leads coordination with Building and Exhibit systems

Reviews RFI’s, shop drawings & material submittals

Maintains project file and folder system

TEAM RESPONSIBILITIES / TASKS (20%)

Recruiting / Hiring

Refers people in their professional network for jobs

Interviews candidates

Capability Workflow

Proficient understanding of G&A best practices for file and folder maintenance

Iterates, and maintains adherence to the team’s application of processes, tools, and templates

Develops team-level digital assets

Develops material library assets

Develops vendor contacts for materials and furnishings

Professional Development

Proficient understanding of Situated Media / Universal Design / Material Culture

Proficient understanding of all team software and tools

Proficient understanding of communications

Attends weekly team meetings

Mentor Junior and Intermediate designers

Trains Intermediate designers

Troubleshoots project challenges with team members with an eye toward developing their creative problem-solving skills and self-sufficiency. Escalates concerns as needed and works collaboratively with project leadership to resolve these concerns.

Performs QA checks, working with Project Manager and Senior staff

Marketing/External Development

Attend conferences, seminars, and workshops, bringing back learning and disseminating the information

Benefits

Competitive Salary, an excellent PTO program plus 12 company paid holidays, employee referral bonus program, summer fridays, medical/dental/vision/FSA/HSA benefit options available to fit you and your family’s needs, 401K with matching program available after 1 month of employment, professional development opportunities, industry standard software subscriptions, sabbaticals and more…

While our teams operate remotely, with hubs in NYC, D.C., and Portland metro areas, we welcome applicants from various locations to apply for the role such as California, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington.

Occasional travel to our hub locations or other company sites may be required for team meetings, training sessions, or special projects. However, such travel will be planned well in advance, and expenses will be covered by the company.

To Apply

Qualified candidates, please submit a letter of interest, PDF of resume and portfolio.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.