Architectural Lighting Designer
Journey
The role involves developing creative lighting design concepts for architectural projects, producing lighting layouts and technical drawings in CAD/Revit, performing lighting calculations and simulations, and collaborating with architects, interior designers, engineers, and clients from concept through construction. Journey is a global design and innovation agency that describes itself as a Multidimensional Experience Agency, crafting story-driven, sensory-rich engagement across physical, immersive, digital, and virtual spaces.
- Location
- New York, New York
- Arrangement
- Onsite
- Level
- Entry-level
- Employment
- Full time
- Salary
- $75K - $100K
- Posted
- 2026-09-09
- Date added
- 2026-09-15
- Last checked
- 2026-10-17
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.
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
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.
Salary Pay Range
$75,000—$100,000 USD About Journey The Multidimensional Experience Agency Journey is a global design and innovation agency shaping the future through multidimensional experiences (MDX) that connect people, brands, and culture. Our layered MDX approach crafts story-driven, sensory-rich engagement across physical, immersive, digital, and virtual spaces—fuelled by creative and technological innovation. Born from a legacy of pioneering studios, Journey blends strategic thinking with deep creative expertise to deliver solutions across industries. Journey’s MDX approach fuels growth and forges lasting value for audiences and partners, by creating cultural connections that resonate with impact. Start your journey here
About Journey
ICRAVE is an award-winning powerhouse team of designers, strategists, and experts turning bold ideas into reality. With over two decades of design excellence, innovation and industry thought leadership in strategy, interiors, and experience design collaborating with both Fortune 500 brands and up-and-coming companies across a variety of sectors, our work shapes experiences across the globe, connecting cultures and breaking boundaries. In 2002, ICRAVE became a founding studio of Journey, the global design and innovation agency shaping the future through multidimensional experiences (MDX) that connect people, brands, and culture. Journey's layered MDX approach crafts story-driven, sensory-rich engagement across physical, immersive, digital, and virtual spaces—fueled by creative and technological innovation.
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