What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lighting Studio Manager position at RAB Lighting?
Do you have a passion for creating innovative and sustainable lighting solutions for a diverse range of clients. If so, RAB Lighting is the place for you. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced lighting designer with management experience to join our team as a Lighting Studio Manager. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our lighting studio operations, ensuring the efficient production of high-quality lighting setups for various projects. This role requires strong leadership abilities, technical expertise in lighting design, and excellent organizational skills.
RAB Lighting has built a great culture and excellent reputation, committed to creating high-quality, affordable, well-designed and energy-efficient LED lighting and controls that make it easy for distributors to sell, electricians to install, and end-users to save energy. Founded in 1946, RAB has a vibrantly growing infrastructure of manufacturing and engineering capabilities that ensure great product design, quality and customer service.
Apply now to join our team.
- Leads by example, providing mentorship, performance reviews and design feedback for direct reports.
- Experienced with Salesforce or similar tool for running data analysis and reporting department performance.
- Capable of assessing risk and advising on design decisions to keep department on track while limiting liability.
- A sound understanding of the architectural design process.
- Expert with AGi32 photometric software, 2D AutoCAD, proficient knowledge of 3D AutoCAD.
- Expert in meeting lighting design practices and IESNA guidelines, energy codes and municipal ordinances.
- Knowledge of lighting controls and system design and documentation.
- Review department metrics with Director and employ tactics to improve the performance of the team.
- Assist Director with department processes including budget, team training, goals and performance assessments.
- Supervise and develop direct reports with one-on-one meetings, performance reviews and design assessments.
- Conduct monthly studio huddles to build team spirit and improve the knowledge and abilities of the group.
- Guide junior staff through design process and review designs to ensure quality.
- Lead by example, create lighting designs from the department queue of cases to meet client requirements and cover for absent design staff to meet dept. targets.
- Determine which RAB products to specify for each case.
- Design lighting controls with RAB Lightcloud for cases.
- Create bill of materials for the design to facilitate Sales.
- Communicate the design to client and rep via email, including scope, design approach, requirements and any recommended changes to improve the design.
- Revise designs based on client feedback, budget, scope increases and other factors.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Lighting Design, Interior Design, Architecture, Theater Production, or related field (preferred).
- Proven experience in lighting design and studio management, with a minimum of three years in a similar role.
- Proficiency in lighting software and design tools, such as AGI32
- Hold an Lighting Certified (LC) credential from NCQLP.
- Strong technical knowledge of architectural lighting techniques and standards.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively manage a team and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment, adhering to company policies and procedures.
Portfolio showcasing your lighting design work will be required to apply.
RAB offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. Benefits include: insurance (health, dental, vision, disability, life), company match on 401k and Roth IRA plans, parental leave and competitive time off policies. We're serious about finding talented individuals and treating them well.
