Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Production Designer, as part of the creative design
team, is responsible to oversee, lead, and manage the design and execution of
all show related elements and areas. The
Production Designer is a creative, innovative, and organized thinker able to
create multiple technical and creative approaches and solutions to meet
critical design criteria, such as, guest experience, hourly ride capacity
(THRC), show timing, vehicle spacing, etc., while adhering to local building
codes. As directed by the Show Producer
and Creative Director, the Production Designer ensures that the project creative
vision and design intent is accurately integrated and documented in models and drawing
packages, and executed in the field. Coordinates with all Project personnel,
departments, and disciplines (e.g. Design, Ride Show Engineering, Facility
Architecture & Engineering and Project Management). Participates in early concept development through
design development of new attractions, rides, show, and environmental projects.
Responsible for the development of show set drawings and packages that detail
and integrate the various show elements of an attraction. Utilizes various drafting
techniques and tools (e.g. AutoCAD, ADOBE Graphics software, 3D software, etc.)
to create dimensional, scale drawings and models detailing construction methods
and the integration of various show elements with each other and the
facility. Responsible for designing
construct-able projects to project program, creative intent, schedule, and
budget requirements.
MAJOR
RESPONSIBILITIES:
As directed by the Show Producer, responsible
for developing and executing the Creative Director’s vision through the
production of integrated, constructible design drawings. Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and
practicality of design through all phases of a project. Ensures that projects meet or exceed creative
design intent and achieves creative desired guest experience on budget and
schedule. Key participant in cost, schedule, technical, integration and other
discussions.
Organizes and manages in-house and external
design resources. With the Show Producer, identifies talent and resources and
requirements necessary to complete the project.
Oversees and gives day to day work assignments to the design team during
all phases of the project, including production and installation, in a manner
that meets the project design intent, schedule and budget. Initiates and
organizes design reviews as often as needed during the process. Oversees show
vendors and consultants to maintain the integrity of the original design during
all phases of the project.
Establishes, builds, and maintains positive and
productive team relationships based on open communication, trust and teamwork
with project partners, departments, disciplines, and personnel. Communicates, inspires, and maintains project
intent among all team-members.
Develops and presents appropriate project
presentations to both internal and external audiences to communicate project
concept, content and status and to gain approvals. Acts as project liaison for appropriate
internal and external partners, licensors, and intellectual property
developers.
Understand and actively participate in
Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO
policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.
SCOPE:
Non-routine;
general policies applied to frequently changing situations; detailed
understanding of technical issues.
Influences decisions of moderate nature requiring high degree of tact
and maturity. Will work in all phases of
projects as directed, from blue sky though to project closeout, design and
field installation. Will be assigned to
a wide range of tasks and project sizes and types.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have theatre, scenic design, and/or architecture experience
and training. Must be a creative thinker
and problem solver with strong technical ability with various design
techniques/tools such as show set / scenic design and drafting, 3D modeling,
architectural design, and/or others. Must have strong communication and
collaboration skills and ability to work effectively in a team
environment.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Theatre, Fine Arts or related field
required. Technical school: Scenic
Fabrication or design related field preferred.
Master’s degree in Architecture, Theatre, Fine Arts or related field
preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
5-7 years Theatrical design and production experience field
installation experience; 8+ years within attraction development environment is
preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Must have successfully designed, developed and installed
attraction projects.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Consistent attendance is a job requirement.