Architect (Themed Entertainment and Attraction Design)
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Los Angeles, CA - USA
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Job Summary
Cuningham designs places that dont just impress they resonate. We believe architecture at its best is invisible storytelling where structure light and materiality combine to pull people into a world they didnt know they needed. Our themed entertainment and attraction design practice is built on that conviction and were looking for a talented licensed Architect who shares it.
This is a role for someone who has done this work and wants to go deeper. Youll own real pieces of complex multi-phase projects solving hard technical problems without ever losing sight of the guest experience. From early massing and site studies through detailed documentation and construction administration your contributions will shape environments that people travel across the world to visit.
Direct experience in themed entertainment attraction design or immersive environments is required.
- Develop design solutions across all project phases through an iterative collaborative process sketching 2D/3D modeling and computational methods in alignment with project success metrics and applying regenerative approaches to the built social and natural environments.
- Develop and document projects through both creative design and technical detailing including exterior massing site studies and interior space planning/programming in coordination with Landscape Architecture and Interior Design.
- Research and build proficiency in exterior materials and products wall assemblies waterproofing and vertical circulation.
- Plan develop and participate in design presentations.
- Coordinate BIM models documentation and specifications internally and with consultants contractors and other disciplines for the best design outcomes.
- Participate in code review and construction administration activities alongside the Project Architect and on-site staff including on-site observations and verifications.
- Own quality of work within your assigned focus area of the project.
- Proficiently use MS Office Adobe Creative Suite Bluebeam and Revit/BIM 360; build working familiarity with Rhino Enscape and Lumion.
- 48 years of professional experience in architectural design
- Direct experience in themed entertainment attraction design or immersive environments is required
- Strong design sensibility paired with solid technical skills attention to detail and the ability to independently advance assigned project scope
- Experience with exterior envelope systems wall assemblies waterproofing massing studies and site coordination
- Proficiency in Revit/BIM 360 and the ability to coordinate complex BIM models across disciplines
- Collaborative working style with clear communication skills across disciplines consultants and clients
- Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited program
- Architectural licensure or active pursuit of licensure is required
Why Cuningham
At Cuninghamwebelieve the best work happens when people are supported challenged and connected. Whether collaborating across teams engaging with our communities or shaping meaningful design solutions webringpragmatic creativity and disciplined execution to every project and we support each other through it all.
We nurturean equitablework environment where curiosity is celebrated craft is valued and growth is a team thatbrings low-egoexpertiseand active leadership day-to-dayyoullwork on complex high-stakes projects that demand bold thinking and disciplined delivery.
Cuningham is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the strength diversity brings to the workplace when combined with equity and justice. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race ethnicity color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status age genetic information national origin disability military or veteran status.
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About Company
Cuningham is an architecture, interior design, urban design, and landscape architecture firm. Together, we create enduring experiences for a healthy world.
