Wynn Resorts
Sr Designer Lighting Production
Wynn Resorts, Las Vegas, Nevada, us, 89105
Job Description
The Senior Lighting and Production Designer is required to be educated in a variety of standard lighting design concepts and practices. There expected to contribute to creative projects at all scales and be familiar with current lamp technologies and lighting fixture capabilities. Time management, creativity and good judgment is expected in order to plan and accomplish project goals and meet project deadlines. The Senior Lighting and Production Designer is required to be educated in a wide variety of standard lighting design concepts and practices and be proficient with current lamp technologies and lighting fixture capabilities. Time management, creativity and sound judgment are critical to this position in order to plan and accomplish project goals and meet project deadlines. They also need to understand the workings of different types of theatres, either inside or outside venues, to have knowledge of show controls, such as but not limited to, lighting, rigging, stagecraft, special effects and sound control. To be working with the construction team to make sure all controls for the theatre are designed per Wynn standards and will work properly for the intended venue. To supervise and program the shows to make sure the controls work together as one.
WDD team members are required on a continual basis to:
Contribute to a safe work environment through compliance with established safety guidelines, identifying potential safety hazards, and reporting the same to the appropriate person for proper resolution.
Maintain a professional and ethical departmental, company and community reputation and comply with the Company's policies and procedures.
At all times, demonstrate integrity and honesty in recording all work and project time.
Demonstrates the expected behaviors and upholds the established values of Wynn Resorts
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Coordinate with the CCO, V.P, Design and Director, Lighting and Production Design, as assigned in the development of lighting designs for various WDD projects.
Create and produce lighting layouts, datasheets, lighting specifications, sections, elevations and details.
Create and produce the preparation of lighting plans and details for schematic, preliminary, and construction drawings as assigned.
Produce fixture specifications per approved standards.
Assist the Director, Lighting Design in preparing project budgets.
Review new products and attend manufacturer's presentations as required.
Prepare project punch lists.
Prepare field visit reports.
Assist with construction administration and observation.
Direct light fixture focus.
Direct the setting of lighting levels and lighting scenes. (*These activities typically occur outside of regular working hours)
Assist with the maintenance of lighting designs for Wynn properties.
Interface with the Engineering teams for the Wynn/Encore properties.
Job-related travel within and outside the United States may be required.
Oversee other lighting designers as directed by the Director, Lighting and Production Design
To oversee a theatrical installation, where you would supervise the consultants and make sure the controls and craftmanship are up standards with Wynn Design
Direct and oversee the work of outside Lighting Design Consultants that may be used for Wynn projects.
Communicate and coordinate with the various in-house and consultant Interior Design teams for all projects.
Job related travel within and outside the United States may be required.
Oversee theatrical installations, including supervision of the consultants to ensure the controls and craftmanship comply with Wynn standards.
Coordinate with WDD Construction to ensure all controls for the venue are designed per Wynn standards and will work properly for the intended venue.
Ensure that the venue is properly programmed, and all systems work together to create the desired show.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Qualifications: Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Required:
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Lighting Design or a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design with experience in Interior Lighting Design required. Acceptance based on portfolio review, interview and prior job history.
Minimum of 7 years of experience working for a professional lighting design firm, preferably in Casino and Hospitality Design Industry.
Preferred:
International project and/or client experience within the past three years
Four and/or Five Star resort hospitality or residential experience
Strong previous peer consultant relationships based on successful project experience and trust
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with the WDD Team as well as within the Company.
Must be able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality; handling sensitive information concerning both the Company and its projects.
Must be adept at multi-tasking and utilizing exceptional organizational skills.
Must be proficient in MS Office products such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Proficient in AutoCAD and AutoCAD Architecture 2021 or newer and Revit 2021 or newer. (Experience with the 2022 versions preferred.)
Must understand lighting design concepts, theory and standard practice.
Must have a working knowledge of interior design and an ability to review and correctly interpret interior design documents.
Field/site experience in working with general and electrical contractors.
Possess a working knowledge of controls, including, but not limited to lighting, rigging, stagecraft, special effects, and sound control.
Experience working with general and electrical contractors in a field/site setting.
Excellent computer and technical skills
Time management and organizational skills
Active listening and communication skills
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Ability to read, comprehend, and compose complex instructions, correspondence, and memorandum. Ability to author correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to wide-ranging audience types.
Consistently demonstrate active listening.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide with the accuracy necessary to understand and coordinate complex technical documents and specifications as part of the design, documentation, and construction process.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out simple and complex instructions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Essential duties for this position include but are not limited to the following: able to work within a variety of climates. Safely lift and/or move up to thirty (30) pounds on occasions as well as sit for up to 90% of the workday. Repetitive bending, kneeling, stooping, pushing and pulling will potentially be required throughout the shift and exposed to potentially hazardous conditions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. When on a project site, the noise level increases to loud. When on a project site, team members are required to comply with all contractor-imposed safety procedures.
Additional Information
Wynn Resorts is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Wynn Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws confidential according to EEO guidelines.
The Senior Lighting and Production Designer is required to be educated in a variety of standard lighting design concepts and practices. There expected to contribute to creative projects at all scales and be familiar with current lamp technologies and lighting fixture capabilities. Time management, creativity and good judgment is expected in order to plan and accomplish project goals and meet project deadlines. The Senior Lighting and Production Designer is required to be educated in a wide variety of standard lighting design concepts and practices and be proficient with current lamp technologies and lighting fixture capabilities. Time management, creativity and sound judgment are critical to this position in order to plan and accomplish project goals and meet project deadlines. They also need to understand the workings of different types of theatres, either inside or outside venues, to have knowledge of show controls, such as but not limited to, lighting, rigging, stagecraft, special effects and sound control. To be working with the construction team to make sure all controls for the theatre are designed per Wynn standards and will work properly for the intended venue. To supervise and program the shows to make sure the controls work together as one.
WDD team members are required on a continual basis to:
Contribute to a safe work environment through compliance with established safety guidelines, identifying potential safety hazards, and reporting the same to the appropriate person for proper resolution.
Maintain a professional and ethical departmental, company and community reputation and comply with the Company's policies and procedures.
At all times, demonstrate integrity and honesty in recording all work and project time.
Demonstrates the expected behaviors and upholds the established values of Wynn Resorts
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Coordinate with the CCO, V.P, Design and Director, Lighting and Production Design, as assigned in the development of lighting designs for various WDD projects.
Create and produce lighting layouts, datasheets, lighting specifications, sections, elevations and details.
Create and produce the preparation of lighting plans and details for schematic, preliminary, and construction drawings as assigned.
Produce fixture specifications per approved standards.
Assist the Director, Lighting Design in preparing project budgets.
Review new products and attend manufacturer's presentations as required.
Prepare project punch lists.
Prepare field visit reports.
Assist with construction administration and observation.
Direct light fixture focus.
Direct the setting of lighting levels and lighting scenes. (*These activities typically occur outside of regular working hours)
Assist with the maintenance of lighting designs for Wynn properties.
Interface with the Engineering teams for the Wynn/Encore properties.
Job-related travel within and outside the United States may be required.
Oversee other lighting designers as directed by the Director, Lighting and Production Design
To oversee a theatrical installation, where you would supervise the consultants and make sure the controls and craftmanship are up standards with Wynn Design
Direct and oversee the work of outside Lighting Design Consultants that may be used for Wynn projects.
Communicate and coordinate with the various in-house and consultant Interior Design teams for all projects.
Job related travel within and outside the United States may be required.
Oversee theatrical installations, including supervision of the consultants to ensure the controls and craftmanship comply with Wynn standards.
Coordinate with WDD Construction to ensure all controls for the venue are designed per Wynn standards and will work properly for the intended venue.
Ensure that the venue is properly programmed, and all systems work together to create the desired show.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Qualifications: Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Required:
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Lighting Design or a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design with experience in Interior Lighting Design required. Acceptance based on portfolio review, interview and prior job history.
Minimum of 7 years of experience working for a professional lighting design firm, preferably in Casino and Hospitality Design Industry.
Preferred:
International project and/or client experience within the past three years
Four and/or Five Star resort hospitality or residential experience
Strong previous peer consultant relationships based on successful project experience and trust
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with the WDD Team as well as within the Company.
Must be able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality; handling sensitive information concerning both the Company and its projects.
Must be adept at multi-tasking and utilizing exceptional organizational skills.
Must be proficient in MS Office products such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Proficient in AutoCAD and AutoCAD Architecture 2021 or newer and Revit 2021 or newer. (Experience with the 2022 versions preferred.)
Must understand lighting design concepts, theory and standard practice.
Must have a working knowledge of interior design and an ability to review and correctly interpret interior design documents.
Field/site experience in working with general and electrical contractors.
Possess a working knowledge of controls, including, but not limited to lighting, rigging, stagecraft, special effects, and sound control.
Experience working with general and electrical contractors in a field/site setting.
Excellent computer and technical skills
Time management and organizational skills
Active listening and communication skills
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Ability to read, comprehend, and compose complex instructions, correspondence, and memorandum. Ability to author correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to wide-ranging audience types.
Consistently demonstrate active listening.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide with the accuracy necessary to understand and coordinate complex technical documents and specifications as part of the design, documentation, and construction process.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out simple and complex instructions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Essential duties for this position include but are not limited to the following: able to work within a variety of climates. Safely lift and/or move up to thirty (30) pounds on occasions as well as sit for up to 90% of the workday. Repetitive bending, kneeling, stooping, pushing and pulling will potentially be required throughout the shift and exposed to potentially hazardous conditions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. When on a project site, the noise level increases to loud. When on a project site, team members are required to comply with all contractor-imposed safety procedures.
Additional Information
Wynn Resorts is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Wynn Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws confidential according to EEO guidelines.