Scenic Design Associate

Built upon more than 120 years of combined expertise from its subsidiaries, RWS Global launched in 2023 as an industry-leading team of four powerhouse companies—RWS, ted, JRA and ARC. Together, they form the world’s largest producer of live experiences. Headquartered in New York City, London and Cincinnati, RWS Global provides ideation, design, technical, casting and operation services to create extraordinary entertainment, live events, exhibits, destinations, décor and brand attractions.
On land, at sea and everywhere in between, RWS Global produces over one million live moments every day. RWS Global employs a diverse team of world-class designers, creators, producers and more, including the casting and recruitment of over 8,000 performers and technicians annually.
RWS Global's subsidiaries include RWS, the leader in live moments by bringing to life unforgettable in-person experiences; ted, Europe's largest leisure entertainment experience company; JRA, an award-winning creative studio specializing in master planning, design and project management and ARC, providing casting for theatre, film, TV and commercials. For more information, visit rwsglobal.com.
Design responsibilities include conceptualizing and creating detailed illustrations to depict all visual aspects of theatrical and live production, including mood boards, concept sketches, renderings, final illustrations, floorplans, site plans, paint elevations, drafting packets and any documentation to convey design, construction details, required materials and surfaces.
IMPORTANT: Please send a portfolio of your work to [email protected]. Include your name in the subject of the email. Portfolios MUST include: Scenic Renderings and Drafting examples. Portfolios can also include: Scenic designs, drawings, 3D models, and any other work you believe would make you a viable candidate for this role.
Starting Salary: $65,000 annual exempt salary
Roles & Responsibilities

• Design layouts and processes to deliver a wide range of visual assets/materials and produce documents from design concept to final format.
• Create detailed sketches, renderings, drafting and models to communicate design ideas to the production team.
• Create graphic design materials for print and online environments, including websites, handouts, posters, newsletters, signage, advertisements, digital marketing assets, etc.
• Design marketing materials such as print collateral, as needed.
• Render designs in multiple dimensions.
• Ability and skillset in photo correction / manipulation.
• Work with existing creative teams and deliver supporting designs based on strategy and brand IP or partner guidelines.
• When needed, work with additional freelance designers to manage workloads and workflow for large-scale productions.
• Inspire new ways of thinking and explore fresh and unique approaches to design and visual storytelling.
• Provide regular status updates, consulting on matters that require decisions related to publishing requirements, target audiences, and time parameters to contribute to and work collectively with partners, members and stakeholders.
• Oversee set construction and installation, working closely with the production team to ensure timely delivery and accurate execution of designs.
• Manage budgets and timelines for set construction and graphic design projects.
• Attend rehearsals and performances to make necessary adjustments to set designs and scenic elements.
• Research and stay up to date on current design trends, techniques, and materials.
• PLEASE NOTE: This is not a graphic design position. While graphic design experience is encouraged, this job requires additional skills beyond that of a graphic designer.

Please Note: While this is an accurate and comprehensive description of the role, the above Roles & Responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the position, and may require additional tasks be performed as assigned.
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Design, Experiential design or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Three years as a scenic designer/artist or relevant experience.
• Understanding of culturally competent design practices across multiple dimensions of diversity.
• Experience in theatrical and 3D rendering.
• Expertise in drafting & design software, such as Vectorworks and Sketchup is a must.
• Excellence in Adobe Creative Suite programs such as Photoshop, InDesign & Illustrator on Apple platform is a must.
• Experience with Twinmotion and HTML5 and/or traditional illustration skills is a plus.
• An inspired & committed designer with a dynamic portfolio and a passion for visual storytelling.
• Great time management skills capable of meeting intense deadlines and prioritizing multiple time sensitive projects at the same time.
• Knowledge of construction techniques and materials, as well as experience working with a range of tools and equipment.
• Experience with visual graphics and branding design, including logos, typography, graphics and layouts is a plus.
• Excellent design sense and strong conceptual ability with the pulse on the latest trends and software.
• Problem solver with great communication skills.
• Works well in a team atmosphere as well as independently.
• A self-starter who works well in a high-volume production atmosphere.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At RWS Entertainment Group, our team of bold makers and mold breakers is made of a diverse group of people who we believe make our work stronger. Our stage actively chooses to uplift applicants with diverse racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, sexes, national origins, political affiliations, socio-economic status, veteran and Disability status, and other intersectional dimensions of diversity.
We believe the diversity of our people is the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our company’s achievement as well.
We are committed to ongoing learning and developing and implementing programs and initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion in all areas of employment as well as through our creative process and projects.