Associate: Theatre Space Designer

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. 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, educational institutions from K‑6 to universities. Immersive entertainment and experiential venues.

POSITION SUMMARY

APEIRO DESIGN is seeking a designer with architectural training and experience with the design of performing arts facilities. This Associate role may be based in either New York City or San Francisco and works directly with the Senior Associates, Associate Principals and Principals to support all phases of project design and other consulting services. Specific responsibilities include design management, design and documentation for a variety of performing arts and immersive entertainment projects. The position requires a high level of attention to detail and accuracy. Superior documentation and interpersonal skills are critical. Domestic and international travel may be required. The Associate is expected to support project planning and work towards developing peer relationships that lead to future business development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide primary room design services for a variety of performing arts and immersive entertainment venue / program types and scales: Audience Chamber design Conceptual room shaping Spatial requirements for theatrical systems, acoustical requirements, and architectural finishes Seating layouts including sightline studies and code compliance review Interface with Architectural, Structural, Acoustical, and MEP team members to ensure coordination of all applicable elements Site massing and adjacency studies of complex program as supplied by Principals or Architectural design team members. Room Layouts such as, but not limited to: dressing rooms, control rooms, AV rack rooms, dimmer rooms, and other project specific spaces as needed Work on multiple projects of various sizes and complexity at any given time Successfully manage projects and collaborate with studio staff in collaboration with Senior Associates, Associate Principals, Principals. Coordinate and collaborate with architects and engineers outside of our office 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 Provide design and production support for various projects. Work on several areas and disciplines of a project at the one time General CAD and Revit document creation, when required to support production staff Prepare and edit specifications Participate in the development of project work, technical standards and deliverables Review shop drawings and submittal drawings Monitor and review compliance testing documents for systems within Apeiro Design’s scope of work 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 - 5+ years’ experience with AutoCAD and REVIT Experience with SketchUp, Rhino, Enscape and Adobe Creative Suite Familiarity with theatrical lighting, rigging, stage machinery, audio, video and communication systems and distribution infrastructure/network technologies Excellent organizational skills Team player able to work harmoniously and effectively in a creative studio environment Strong communication skills, visual, 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

5+ years’ experience in performing arts production and/or design for live performance and facilities systems design, or architectural design services. Baccalaureate degree in theatre production/technical management, architectural design, engineering or equivalent industry experience Held in high regard in the industry Position to be based out of either of our San Francisco or New York offices Works in a general office and creative studio environment. Primary schedule is Monday to Friday with nights and weekends as needed for project deadlines. Current hybrid in-office schedule Tuesday-Thursday 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

WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT

Works in a general office and creative studio environment. Primary schedule is Monday to Friday with nights and weekends as needed for project deadlines. Current hybrid in-office schedule Tuesday-Thursday 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 $93,000-$101,000dependent 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Archinect