Lighting Designer Senior; Disney Live Entertainment
Company: Walt Disney Imagineering
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: May 15, 2022
Job Description:
With an in-depth understanding of design intent and the ability
to realize concepts through the execution of the creative process,
the Lighting Designer, Sr. serves as a one of the creative leaders
and representatives for Disney Live Entertainment's Lighting Design
department at the Walt Disney World Resort. The Lighting Designer,
Sr. develops Lighting Designs for new live shows, and facility
infrastructures, and the remount of existing seasonal shows. A
Senior-level Lighting Designer must demonstrate abilities in
Lighting Design, while specializing in an area of expertise. You
will be the accountable leader and subject matter expert for Laser
Show/Systems Design.
You will report to the Principal Lighting Designer.
Responsibilities :
- Design and execute Lighting Design projects, with a specialized
focus on the design, installation, and sustainment of Laser
Shows/Systems.
- Participate in a project's creative development, culminating in
the production of Lighting/Laser designs for live shows and
facility infrastructure as assigned.
- Lead the design of large-scale, long-term projects, with
potential oversight of other team members.
- Develop Lighting/Laser budgets, schedules, and labor
requirements; maintain up-to-date show documentation; and partner
with consultant Lighting Designers and vendors to ensure Disney
quality, compatibility, training, and proper documentation of all
Lighting services delivered.
- Promote Company-wide standards and efficiencies; function as a
mentor in the development of Technicians and Project
Assistants/Planners; and exhibit the knowledge and ability to
represent the Principal Designer and the department when called
upon.
- This Lighting Designer, Sr. position will also conduct ongoing
Entertainment Show Quality evaluations of existing venues and
offerings, providing support to sustain the original show design
intent.
- Be Laser subject matter expert and have extensive knowledge and
experience designing and executing Laser Systems (including
components, infrastructure, safety parameters, and controls
requirements); and experience in the manufacturing of Laser Light
Shows (including content creation, programming, testing,
commissioning, and training of show operation procedures).
- Understand and administer all applicable standards, and
coordinate with internal partners (Laser Safety Officer, Technical
Direction, Design Assurance, Show Control, multiple Engineers) to
design these Laser Shows/Systems.
- Engage the appropriate government authorities (FDA-CDRH and
FAA) when facilitating the acquisition of new Laser Light Show
variances, or the extension of existing ones, and manage the
creation and revision of all documentation and processes required
to satisfy and uphold compliance with federal regulations.
Basic Qualifications :
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the Entertainment Industry
working in theatrical design, show development and operation of
live shows/events
- Experience with creative process and the development of a
cohesive design, and ability to collaborate with other designers,
directors, writers, and producers
- Experience with current Lighting/Laser technology and industry
standards for all aspects of Lighting/Laser Design (theatrical,
industrial, concert, themed environment), as applied to live show
and facility systems
- Knowledge of Lighting/Laser Design theory and practice,
especially as it applies to the creative process, and demonstrated
experience in Lighting/Laser Design practice and procedures
including show design, system/controls design, and content
programming
- Proven ability to deliver on a project's established scope,
schedule, and budget
- Natural inclination to produce ideas and the ability to do so
with great fluency
- Proven leadership abilities to make decisions, and work with a
Master Electrician and Lighting/Laser Crew to prioritize, organize,
instruct, and problem-solve during installation, focus, and cueing
through delivery of project
- Strong computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, AutoCAD, and
industry specific software)
- Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including nights,
weekends, holidays, and travel
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in facility design, engineering, and
construction
- 2 years' experience in live show development with The Walt
Disney Company
- Knowledge of the Walt Disney heritage and culture
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, and for
extended periods of time
- Bi-lingual or multi-lingual proficiency
Required Education :
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Theater
Technology and Design, with focus on live show Lighting/Lasers
Preferred Education :
- MFA in Theater Technology/Networking or Lighting Design or
equivalent work experience
Additional Information :
Our Benefits: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your
best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational
opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide.
Learn more about our benefits and perks at
https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits
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Keywords: Walt Disney Imagineering, Jacksonville , Lighting Designer Senior; Disney Live Entertainment, Other , Jacksonville, Florida
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