Senior Lighting Designer
Archinect, New York, NY, United States
BOLD is a national award-winning architectural lighting design firm located in New York City & Los Angeles. Our work is rooted in storytelling, where light becomes an integral layer of architecture, shaping atmosphere, emotion and experience. We are recognized leaders in the field of lighting design, bringing creativity, innovation and technical expertise to every project we undertake.
We specialize in hospitality environments including luxury hotels, resorts and restaurants, while our portfolio spans high-end residential, mixed-use developments, commercial interiors and landscape design. Our projects extend across the U.S. and internationally, including the Bahamas, Middle East, Hong Kong, Singapore and beyond.
Our studio culture is collaborative, design-driven and fast-paced with a strong emphasis on creativity, technical rigor and growth. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive benefits and opportunities to contribute to globally recognized projects.
At BOLD, we are not just lighting designers, we are storytellers who use light to create narratives that resonate with the people who experience our spaces.
BOLD is an equal opportunity employer.
The Role We are seeking a New York City based Senior Lighting Designer with a strong creative design sensibility, technical expertise to lead projects from concept through construction.
This role is ideal for a designer who is confident working independently, capable of driving design decisions, and experienced in managing both the creative and technical aspects of complex projects.
Key Responsibilities
Work closely with our Studio Leaders, Associate Designers & Project Designers in design efforts from schematic design through construction administration.
Prepare and develop drawing packages, capture redlines and documentation standards.
Manage project timelines, deliverables and internal team workflow.
Support fixture research, specifications and cutsheets.
Perform lighting calculations and analysis (Agi32 or similar)
Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants.
Attend coordination meetings and visit job sites regularly. Travel within the United States may be required.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required in Interior Design, Architecture, Engineering or Lighting Design.
Minimum 3-5+ years of experience in Architectural Lighting Design or equivalent.
AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, Adobe Suites, Revu Bluebeam, Agi32 or other light modelling software, COMCheck or other energy compliancy software.
Familiarity with ASHRAE, Title 24, IES Standards, LEED or other energy compliance standards is a plus but not required.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
On-site experience is preferred but not required.
Ability to travel nationally and internationally preferred.
On-site position. Hybrid time can be considered.
Must be fluent in written and spoken English.
No relocation provided.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $68,000 - $75,000 (commensurate with experience)
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for growth within a nationally recognized design firm
Exposure to high-profile projects.
To Apply Kindly submit your resume, cover letter and work samples to office@boldllc.com and address the following preliminary questions:
Are you authorized to work lawfully in the United States for BOLD,LLC? (Yes/No)
Will you now or in the future require BOLD,LLC to commence (“sponsor”) an immigration case in order to employ you (for example, H‑1B or other employment-based immigration case)? This is sometimes called “sponsorship” for an employment‑based visa status. (Yes/No)
What are your salary requirements? Please provide a number.
What is your available start date?
If this role aligns with your experience and aspirations, we encourage you to apply. Visit www.boldllc.com or follow us on Instagram @studioboldllc to learn more.
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We specialize in hospitality environments including luxury hotels, resorts and restaurants, while our portfolio spans high-end residential, mixed-use developments, commercial interiors and landscape design. Our projects extend across the U.S. and internationally, including the Bahamas, Middle East, Hong Kong, Singapore and beyond.
Our studio culture is collaborative, design-driven and fast-paced with a strong emphasis on creativity, technical rigor and growth. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive benefits and opportunities to contribute to globally recognized projects.
At BOLD, we are not just lighting designers, we are storytellers who use light to create narratives that resonate with the people who experience our spaces.
BOLD is an equal opportunity employer.
The Role We are seeking a New York City based Senior Lighting Designer with a strong creative design sensibility, technical expertise to lead projects from concept through construction.
This role is ideal for a designer who is confident working independently, capable of driving design decisions, and experienced in managing both the creative and technical aspects of complex projects.
Key Responsibilities
Work closely with our Studio Leaders, Associate Designers & Project Designers in design efforts from schematic design through construction administration.
Prepare and develop drawing packages, capture redlines and documentation standards.
Manage project timelines, deliverables and internal team workflow.
Support fixture research, specifications and cutsheets.
Perform lighting calculations and analysis (Agi32 or similar)
Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants.
Attend coordination meetings and visit job sites regularly. Travel within the United States may be required.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required in Interior Design, Architecture, Engineering or Lighting Design.
Minimum 3-5+ years of experience in Architectural Lighting Design or equivalent.
AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, Adobe Suites, Revu Bluebeam, Agi32 or other light modelling software, COMCheck or other energy compliancy software.
Familiarity with ASHRAE, Title 24, IES Standards, LEED or other energy compliance standards is a plus but not required.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
On-site experience is preferred but not required.
Ability to travel nationally and internationally preferred.
On-site position. Hybrid time can be considered.
Must be fluent in written and spoken English.
No relocation provided.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $68,000 - $75,000 (commensurate with experience)
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for growth within a nationally recognized design firm
Exposure to high-profile projects.
To Apply Kindly submit your resume, cover letter and work samples to office@boldllc.com and address the following preliminary questions:
Are you authorized to work lawfully in the United States for BOLD,LLC? (Yes/No)
Will you now or in the future require BOLD,LLC to commence (“sponsor”) an immigration case in order to employ you (for example, H‑1B or other employment-based immigration case)? This is sometimes called “sponsorship” for an employment‑based visa status. (Yes/No)
What are your salary requirements? Please provide a number.
What is your available start date?
If this role aligns with your experience and aspirations, we encourage you to apply. Visit www.boldllc.com or follow us on Instagram @studioboldllc to learn more.
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