Luxury Residential Theater Design Assistant CAD Drafter

Cinematech Seating Inc.; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in luxury home theaters is seeking a skilled Drafter to join their team in Addison, TX. This role involves creating precise technical drawings and collaborating with designers to ensure a seamless integration of theater designs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in drafting, particularly in the luxury residential sector, and be proficient in AutoCAD. With a focus on detail and communication, you'll play a critical role in delivering exceptional theater experiences to clients. If you're passionate about design and eager to contribute to innovative projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in interior design or architectural design, ideally in luxury residential.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is required, with exceptional drafting skills.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed theater design concepts and construction documentation.
• Collaborate with design teams to translate concepts into technical drawings.

Skills

AutoCAD

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Efficiency

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s degree in Drafting

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

3DS Max

V-Ray

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Position Overview: CinemaTech, a leader in high-end luxury home theaters, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Drafter to join our team. This person will support and collaborate closely with our Lead Theater Designers to deliver highly detailed technical drawings and plans. Your expertise will ensure that our world-class theaters are executed with flawless precision, contributing to the immersive and luxurious experience our clients expect.

This position is in person located in Addison, TX. Please submit a copy of your portfolio with your resume if available.

Key Responsibilities:

Assisting Design Team & Clients – Responsibilities include supporting our senior designers with design and sales-related tasks such as recording and distributing meeting minutes, sending calendar invites, requesting quotes, collecting and mailing samples, following up with tracking information and ensuring samples were received, maintaining showroom library of samples, and processing orders in our system.

Drafting and Technical Documentation:

Create accurate and detailed theater design concepts, including schematics, room layouts, seating configurations, details, and construction documentation, ensuring that all documents align with project standards.

Generate dimensioned and annotated plans, elevations, sections, details, 3D views, schedules, etc.

Research, read and interpret product specifications, diagrams, schematics, graphs, charts, installation manuals, and other documentation to incorporate into designs.

Identify construction and equipment detailing challenges on projects, find solutions and effectively document them in the construction drawing sets.

Collaborate with Design Team:

Work closely with our theater designers to translate design concepts into technical drawings.

Maintain communication with the team to ensure a seamless coordinated effort.

CAD Management: Contribute to the ongoing creation and management of our CAD libraries and standards.

Coordination with Project Teams: Assist in the coordination of theater designs with other systems such as lighting, audio, video, automation, and acoustics, ensuring seamless integration across all project components.

Support Project Management: Aid in the review and refinement of design plans throughout the project lifecycle, making updates as necessary to meet client expectations and project requirements.

Continuous Learning: Stay informed on the latest drafting techniques, theater design trends, and technological advancements applicable to the residential theater industry to enhance the quality and efficiency of your work.

Qualifications:

Education: Associate’s degree in Drafting, CAD Technology, Interior Design, or a related field. A Bachelor's degree is a plus.

Experience: Proven experience as a draftsperson in interior design, architectural design, or home theater design, ideally within the luxury residential sector.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in AutoCAD is required (Expert).

3DS Max and V-Ray experience (Not required but is a Plus).

Knowledge or experience in residential theater market and Audio Video systems (Not required but is a Plus).

Able to read, interpret and follow documentation including, but not limited to; construction drawings, specifications, installation manuals, procedural documents, schematics, diagrams, charts and graphs.

Attention to Detail: Exceptional precision and attention to detail in drafting and technical documentation.

Communication Skills: Ability to clearly communicate technical details and collaborate effectively with designers, engineers, and project teams.

Efficiency: Ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and work in a fast-paced environment

Teamwork: Strong ability to work independently as well as part of a team.