Design Assistant

Description The Design Assistant will support the work of 1 or more team members and assist in the lighting design process. Achieving Results - Project Responsibilities Comprehends tasks and meet schedules - responsibility for assigned tasks and meeting deadlinesDevelops technical skills appropriate to area of expertise and continually improves skills and knowledge through supplemental education, seminars, etc.Understands all stages of a project and associated deliverables and is a participant in all stages.Assess project needs and communicate to project managerKeep supervisor advised of work status, workload, any problems and progress as related to work assignmentsAbility to multi-task and establish priorities.Demonstrates an understanding of QA/QC proceduresMay exhibit expertise or desire to specialize in a specific lighting project type or application (Practice Leader Group - PLG) Working with Clients - Client Responsibilities Enhance HLB's value to the client and promote the firmUses communication tools to manage client expectations Working with Teammates and Managers - Management Responsibilities Exhibits flexibilityInterfaces among the principals, design/technical staff and business team as needed.Participates in office-wide coordination of resources and staff HLB's Corporate Culture and Values - Responsibilities to HLB initiatives Represents the firm in a professional mannerParticipation in Designing Our Future/HLB 10:10 Vision, C2Q initiativesReinforce HLB values - Artistry, Curiosity, Balance, Integrity, LegacyLooks for opportunities to collaborate with other HLB offices on project, DOF, business workgroup avenues in a meaningful way. Requirements Ability to prioritize / time management skills Self-motivated and self-directed Team player Dependable Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree or above in Lighting Design or Architectural Engineering or Architecture or Interior Design or Theatrical Lighting or related education and experience and/or 0 to 3 years' experience Certification in Lighting Design (e.g. LC Intern) or certification related to field / degree or endeavoring to obtain it LEED BD+C or endeavors to achieve Participate in industry related professional organizations locally