ASSOCIATE: THEATRE SPACE DESIGNER

Reports To: Principals/Associate Principals Pay Status: Full-Time Exempt

APEIRO DESIGN:

The firm’s staff demonstrate backgrounds in venue programming, planning and architectural design disciplines with hands‑on experience in theatre engineering, theatre design, media arts, sound and video communications, production management, technical direction and scenography. With creative studios on both coasts, Apeiro Design offers collaborative environments where new talent can contribute to ambitious work and grow within a nationally engaged practice. The firm’s services include initial planning and programming; venue design; design and documentation of all theatrical systems. Apeiro Design’s projects include opera houses, professional repertory theatres, concert halls, performing arts training facilities, museums, planetariums, popular entertainment venues in theme parks, casinos, cruise ships, nightclubs, and educational institutions from K‑6 to universities, as well as immersive entertainment and experiential venues.

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Senior Associate

works directly with the Associate Principals and Principals to support all aspects of project and systems design and other consulting services. Specific roles include project management, design and documentation for a variety of projects. The position requires a high level of attention to detail and accuracy. Superior documentation and interpersonal skills are critical. Travel both domestic and international may be required. The

Senior Associate

is expected to participate in project planning and business development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Work on multiple projects of various sizes and complexity at any given time

Successfully provide primary Project Management duties with significant clients in collaboration with Principals and studio staff

Coordination and collaboration with other design staff, as well as with architects and engineers outside of our office

Provide concise and consistent record‑keeping throughout all project phases

Maintain a positive and productive relationship with Clients (Owners, Developers, Architects)

Ensure timely deliverables within a project schedule

Work to complete projects within scoped services to ensure profitability

Monitor, review and revise compliance testing documents for systems within Apeiro Design scope of work

Work on several areas and disciplines of a project at the one time

Participate in theatrical systems design in a lead design capacity – An emphasis on Theatrical Lighting Systems is highly preferred.

General CAD and Revit document creation, when required to support production staff

Prepare and edit specifications for all technical systems

Lead development of project work, technical standards and deliverables

Review shop drawings and submittal drawings

Actively support development and procurement of new business for the firm

Support repeat business with existing clients.

Develop relationships with peers that will lead to future business.

Perform assigned duties to the best of ability and faithfully observe obligations to the firm

Ensure security and confidentiality of project and intellectual property information

Adhere to requirements as documented in the employee handbook

Other duties as assigned

KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Strong computer skills - 7+ years’ experience with AutoCAD and REVIT

Experience with SketchUp, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite

Deep understanding of theatrical lighting power and control systems

Familiarity with audio, video and communication systems distribution infrastructure and network technologies

Familiarity with rigging and stage machinery systems

Excellent organizational skills

Team player able to work harmoniously and effectively in a creative studio environment

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Self‑starter and able to work independently and productively

Knowledge of basic clerical practices and procedures

Initiative, independent judgment and creative problem solving

Demonstrated grace under pressure

Ensure security and confidentiality of project and intellectual property information

DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

7+ years’ experience working in a theatrical consulting or adjacent industry OR,

10+ years’ experience in performing arts production and/or design for live performance and facilities systems design

Advanced degree in theatre production/technical management, architectural design or engineering or equivalent industry experience

Held in high regard in the industry

WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT

Position to be based out of either of our San Francisco or New York offices

Works in a general office and creative studio environment with occasional travel to project meetings and job sites around the world.

Primary schedule is Monday to Friday with nights and weekends as needed for project deadlines

Must be authorized to work in the United States and provide identification sufficient to complete all necessary government forms

Employment will be conditioned on successful completion of background checks. In compliance with state and local laws, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records

Ability to safely, frequently and independently move and handle twenty‑five pounds

Ability to work in low‑light environments typical to backstage areas

Ability to move safely and independently at construction work sites

Ability to climb a ladder

Ability to work at a desk with a computer for extended periods of time

Ability to communicate clearly on a telephone

Must be able to regularly speak and write in English

Specific vision abilities required are close vision, middle distance vision and color vision

COMPENSATION / BENEFITS

Anticipated salary range for this position is $95,000-$105,000, dependent upon qualifications

Benefits package includes:

Medical Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation

401(k)

Commuter Benefits Program (CBP)

Life Insurance

Pay Advances

Profit Sharing (during years in which the firm contributes to the Profit Sharing Plan)

Sick Leave

Bereavement Leave

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