Designer, futures

Los Angeles, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 82 - 95

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

Driven by curiosity and creativity the successful candidate thrives in collaborative environments and approaches each challenge with a spirit of exploration and ingenuity. Contributes and assists in developing projects and design solutions to advance respective projects while working independently with guidance. Eager to learn and innovate. Collaborates on exceptional design and delivery for clients to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. Anticipates job expectations while performing design and technical tasks requiring application of standard and emerging techniques and knowledge.

Responsibilities:

Works with senior designer(s) and project team(s) to create and develop design concepts for immersive environments interactive exhibits and smart building projects ensuring they align with client objectives and user needs on time and within budget
Assists in the integration of spatial storytelling and interactive technologies to craft engaging and memorable user experiences
Works with senior designer(s) and project team(s) on conceptual designs presentations design development and production to deliver projects achieving design excellence on time and within budget
Uses design iteration to develop concepts and expand on design concepts
Assists in developing project scopes timelines and deliverables alongside senior designers and project managers
Participates in client meetings presentations and workshops articulating design concepts effectively
Develops modifies and/or reviews the model and related documents
Produces graphic presentations 3D renderings and implementation documents
Collaborates on the development of design throughout appropriate phases of the project
Assists in research development and prototyping
Collaborates on the development of design throughout appropriate phases of the project
Prepares presentations/design assets and may build models for client/project team review
Works closely with engineers and technologists to integrate smart systems IoT technologies and AV solutions into architectural designs
Coordinates with external vendors and specialists to ensure seamless implementation of interactive features
Works on multiple projects simultaneously ensuring designs are delivered on time and within budget
Participates in project proposals to develop design solutions
Organizes and delivers complete project design presentations to client user group or public forum
Resolves complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions
Works with team to manage client expectations team communication and consultant coordination
Stays updated on trends in immersive design smart technologies and experiential architecture
Experiments with emerging tools technologies and materials to enhance user experiences
Contributes to ideation sessions helping evolve the companys creative and technical offerings

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

Accredited professional degree in Architecture Environmental Design Interaction Design or related field required
5 years of experience in immersive environments experience design or similar domains preferred

Licenses and Certifications

Architectural registration strongly preferred
Sustainable design accreditation preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Advanced experience and skills in Revit Navisworks Rhino and Grasshopper required
Basic experience with Photoshop Illustrator SketchUp and InDesign graphic software required; intermediate preferred
Basic skills in MS Office Suite preferred
Intermediate knowledge of sustainability and integrative design required
Basic knowledge of furniture furnishings and equipment (FF&E) and Environmental Graphic process required
Intermediate experience with the entire project lifecycle through post-occupancy required
Intermediate knowledge of materials construction techniques and building codes required
Intermediate presentation graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas required
Intermediate organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required
Intermediate ability to build and maintain client relationships required
Basic ability to communicate in a clear concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing preferred
Intermediate ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions required
Intermediate ability to collaborate collaboration in a team environment required
Advanced ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required
Travel will be required

Base Salary Range: $82k to $95k annually - Los Angeles locations only.

The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in the Los Angeles location only. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity experience education specialty and training.

HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health dental and vision care coverage 401(k) plans life & AD&D insurance short/long term disability plans paid days off (sick leave parental leave vacation) and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page.

If you currently work for HKS please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.

HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran

Overview:Driven by curiosity and creativity the successful candidate thrives in collaborative environments and approaches each challenge with a spirit of exploration and ingenuity. Contributes and assists in developing projects and design solutions to advance respective projects while working indepe...