Production Designer

• Work with the Show Director and/or Creative Director to support the generation of visuals via sketches storyboards photo studies and referential concept renderings to communicate preliminary design ideas for pitch presentation packets and distribution amongst other project stakeholders and partners.
• Compilation of the production design packets to convey the full scope of work through conceptual renderings groundplans elevations color elevations material and finish specifications fabrication method suggestions references documentation notes and callouts.
• Create show set design drafting packages to relay design details to internal project teams for review/approval and to vendors for bidding and construction.
• Build 3D models accurate to scale that conveys an understanding of spatial relation guest interaction and material dimensions.
• Cultivate and lead a culture that promotes a professional collaborative inspiring and fun work environment for all Team Members.
• Brings thoughtful onbrand ideas to creative brainstorms and of assignments.
• Work with IP stakeholders as needed on proper usage of brand adhering to all style guides and any specific IP requests acting as the stewards of the IP.
• Graphic design and build printreadyartwork for in park signage special event signage show set pieces etc. Required to be toscale at proper printing quality with legally approved fonts and imagery.
• Generate style guides and print matrices to ensure any visual graphics produced for the event adheres to the defined design parameters of the project.
• Collaborate with all other design departments active project stakeholders design team artists project team support staff and vendors in all phases of production.
• Present designs to project teams Sr. Management and Sr. Leadership to communicate vision and implementation of elements.
• Provide art direction and creative buy off with 3rd party vendors requiring a strong understanding of fabrication materials paint and finishings to assess construction progress and assist in identifying and resolving any unexpected conditions and/or discrepancies between the build to the drawings and design intent. Typically require travel to their shops.
• Facilitate onsite art direction during installation of assigned projects communicating with the onsite team to ensure elements are fabricated and installed according to the provided design documents.
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently with confidence to multitask and delegate as required.
• Ability to drive results of teams through strong leadership and development of skills to identify communicate creative solutions to challenges and to maintain a consistent focus on priorities with persistent follow through.
• Confidence to communicate across all lines of business with all levels of management.
• Ability to deal well with ambiguity and constant change working in fastpaced environments with accelerated production schedules.
• A strong passion to drive high quality results both end product as well as process.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with other Park department leaders and stakeholders.
• Represent the company as a member of the Entertainment Department

This position is required to be performed fulltime from an NBCUniversaldesignated worksite. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits including medical dental and vision insurance 401(k) paid leave tuition reimbursement and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $75000 $85000

Qualifications :

• Minimum 5 years experience in theatrical and/or themed entertainment design and production.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite specific design programs of Photoshop Illustrator and InDesign.
• Proficient in hand and/or computer aided drafting programs primarily in AutoCAD or a comparable program.
• Proficient in 3D modeling programs primarily in SketchUp and Rhino with experience in 3D rendering programs to supplement in Podium TwinMotion and/or VRay.
• Solid in Microsoft Office programs of Excel Word Outlook and Teams.
• Experience with infield art direction fabrication and installations.
• Extensive background in managing design of projects from concept to completion.
• Solid understanding of live entertainment production in a theme park environment.
• Must be available to work on nights weekends and holidays as required.
• Ability to read interpret and follow documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to work independently under pressure; proactive thinker/selfstarter.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies: 

Visual Concept Development: Collaborate with Show Directors and Creative Directors to generate visuals using sketches storyboards and concept renderings effectively communicating preliminary design ideas for presentations and project distribution.

Comprehensive Production Design: Compile detailed production design packets including conceptual renderings groundplans elevations material specifications and fabrication method suggestions to convey the full scope of work.

Technical Drafting and Modeling: Create accurate 3D models and drafting packages that convey spatial relations guest interactions and material dimensions ensuring alignment with design intent and project requirements.

Art Direction and Fabrication Oversight: Provide art direction to thirdparty vendors assessing construction progress resolving discrepancies and ensuring elements are fabricated and installed according to design documents.

Brand Stewardship: Work with IP stakeholders to ensure proper usage of brands adhering to style guides and specific IP requests and producing printready artwork for signage and show set pieces.

Team Leadership: Cultivate a professional collaborative and inspiring work environment leading teams to deliver highquality designs and innovative solutions.

Presentation Skills: Present designs to project teams senior management and leadership effectively communicating vision and implementation strategies.

Project Management: Manage multiple projects concurrently prioritize tasks delegate effectively and drive results through strong leadership and creative problemsolving.

Adaptability and Quality Focus: Thrive in fastpaced environments with accelerated production schedules maintain a consistent focus on priorities drive highquality results and establish effective relationships with park department leaders and stakeholders.

Additional Information :

As part of our selection process external candidates may be required to attend an inperson interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversals policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race color religion creed gender gender identity or expression age national origin or ancestry citizenship disability sexual orientation marital status pregnancy veteran status membership in the uniformed services genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories or arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime