Production Designer (AutoCAD 3D- Exhibits)

Production Designer

The Production Designer is responsible for producing accurate construction drawings for new or modified exhibit components for shop carpenters and supplying setup instructions for all booth components for use by the on-site show supervisor.  

What you will do:

• Generate shop/construction drawings
• Create detailed setup prints to include booth and property locations, electrical and networking requirements, hanging banner locations, carpet layouts, etc.
• Create 3D parts files for use on the CNC router
• Attend production launch meetings and contribute to meetings by providing technical expertise and knowledge to the team
• Evaluate the design department’s 3D drawings & renderings, in addition to engineering blueprints from the client and/or vendor, to ensure compatibility, quality, and technical details meet Access’s requirements
• Determine initial timelines for production drawings, floor plans, and setup drawings
• Communicate with stakeholders and department leaders to collect information necessary to complete accurate and timely detail prints
• Assist on projects within the team as needed in order to meet project timelines
• Maintain a current knowledge of industry trends and practices
• Research and develop specific types of products or services needed per design requirements

What we would love to see:

• Prior exhibit industry, or adjacent (including woodworking) industry, experience preferred.

• Drafting experience with AutoCAD, preferably in trade-show exhibits, architectural, millwork industries or equivalent.
• Ability to convey detailed information through elevation plan, isometric, and exploded views

using standard drafting methods.

• Proficient in Autodesk AutoCAD software (2018 version or later)
• Experienced 3D modeling skills using Autodesk AutoCAD is required
• Experienced 3D solid modeling skill using Autodesk AutoCAD, or other 3D solid modeling software such as Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks is required
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and can deliver high-quality results with speed and efficiency.
• Strong analytical ability for developing construction methods pertaining to the unique and varied projects presented to them.
• Due to occasional timeframe restraints, the applicant would be responsible to work the additional time required to achieve his or her assignments.
• Your best samples of related work (3D models and their associated shop drawings) would be very beneficial.

Salary : $70,000 - $90,000