Architectural Lighting Designer
- Location
- New York, NY
- Work type
- Full Time
- Posted
- 2026-09-10
Job description
About the Role
Role overview
We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Architectural Lighting Designer to join the Journey team in our Broadway Studio, with approximately 2–4 years of professional experience in a similar role. The ideal candidate is passionate about the integration of light within architecture, has a strong design sensibility, and is capable of contributing to projects from concept through construction.
We're unable to offer further details about our current projects online, but are happy to share details in interview once an NDA has been signed.
Key Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Develop creative lighting design concepts for architectural projects including commercial, stadium, landscape, hospitality, and public space
Produce lighting layouts, plans, sections, and details using CAD/Revit
Perform lighting calculations and simulations using tools such as AGi32, Dialux, or similar.
Collaborate with architects, interior designers, engineers, and clients to integrate lighting seamlessly into the built environment
Select luminaires, lighting controls, and associated systems in alignment with design intent and project budgets
Prepare presentations, renderings, and visualizations to communicate design ideas
Review shop drawings, submittals, and mockups for compliance with design intent
Conduct site visits and assist with aiming, focusing, and commissioning of lighting installations
Stay current with industry trends, technologies, codes, and sustainability practices
Candidate Qualifications & Skills
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field
Approximately 2-4 years of direct professional experience in architectural and/or interior/theatrical lighting
Strong communication skills and the ability to express ideas thoroughly
Demonstrable skills as a project and time manager who can handle several projects with changing requirements, client requests, and tight deadlines
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
Experience with lighting analysis software (AGi32, Dialux, or similar)
Familiar with rendering tools (Rhino, SketchUp, or 3ds Max is a plus)
A clear understanding of lighting controls systems and energy codes (IECC, ASHRAE, etc.)
Strong visual & graphic communication skills
An ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Location: Our Broadway Studio is a hybrid design Studio. This role is based in our New York Studio with regular in-person studio hours working with the wider team. On this occasion we can only consider applications from those fully authorized to work in the U.S.
Application: Please submit a resume and portfolio demonstrating your experience along with a cover letter explaining how your experience meets the required criteria for this role. Due to the clear design experience required for this role applications without portfolios cannot be considered.
Interviews: We don't anticipate hosting more than one round of interview for this role.