Production Designer

Fresh Tape Media; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative production agency is seeking a Production Designer to translate concepts into high-quality physical environments and sets. This full-time position involves collaboration with Creative and Production teams to ensure functional, visually appealing builds. Candidates should have over 3 years of relevant experience and proficiency in design tools such as Photoshop and SketchUp. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth while representing the agency on set in various locations including Denver, NYC, or Chicago.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in production design, set design, or fabrication.
• Proficiency in design tools like Photoshop and SketchUp.
• Strong foundational design skills in layout, color, and typography.

Responsibilities

• Support design and execution of sets from concept through installation.
• Create schematics and renderings that communicate design intent.
• Manage multiple projects and collaborate across teams.

Skills

Production design

Set design

Fabrication

Collaboration

Design tools like Photoshop

Tools

Photoshop

SketchUp

Job description

Production Designer

Join to apply for the Production Designer role at Fresh Tape Media. The Production Designer is a creative and execution-focused role responsible for helping translate concepts into high-quality, on-brand physical environments, sets, and art department elements. This role supports production design from concept through build and install, working closely with Creative, Production, and external partners to ensure environments are visually compelling, functional, and production-ready.

This position is ideal for a hands‑on designer with strong taste, solid technical skills, and a growing understanding of fabrication, materials, and production workflows. The Production Designer contributes meaningfully to execution while continuing to build judgment, cost awareness, and leadership skills within Fresh Tape Media’s production design practice.

Responsibilities

Production Design & Execution

• Support the design and execution of sets, builds, and physical environments from concept through installation and strike
• Create set mocks, schematics, renderings, and visual references that clearly communicate design intent
• Assist with material selection, testing, and sourcing to ensure quality and durability
• Contribute to production design budgets by tracking materials, labor considerations, and fabrication inputs
• Ensure production design work aligns with brand guidelines, copyright considerations, and production requirements
• Assist in sourcing and coordinating with fabricators and vendors under the guidance of Producers and senior design leads
• Help manage fabrication timelines, scopes, and deliverables
• Track build progress and flag potential risks related to timing, quality, or cost
• Partner with Creative Directors, Producers, and Project Managers to align creative vision with executional needs
• Participate in brainstorms and concept development, offering production-aware creative ideas
• Support pitch decks and client-facing materials with production design visuals and layouts
• Help evaluate tradeoffs between scope, cost, and timeline to support smart creative decisions

On Set Support & Growth

• Support on-set execution of production design elements, ensuring builds are installed and dressed correctly
• Represent Fresh Tape Media professionally on set alongside the broader production team
• Receive feedback and mentorship from senior designers and production leaders to continue skill development

Basic Qualifications

Technical

• 3+ years of experience in production design, set design, fabrication, or experiential environments
• 2+ years of art department experience on sets
• Proficiency in design tools such as Photoshop and SketchUp (additional tools a plus)
• Working knowledge of materials, fabrication methods, and installation processes
• Understanding of how lighting, camera, and video production interact with physical environments
• Strong foundational design skills across layout, color, typography, and spatial design

Professional

• Clear communicator with the ability to collaborate across creative and production teams
• Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple projects at once
• Solutions-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt in fast-paced environments
• Comfortable working on set and supporting live production needs
• Ability to travel up to 25% and work extended hours as production schedules require
• Interest in sports, culture, and experiential storytelling

Job Type: Full‑Time

Work Location: Denver, NYC or Chicago

Salary: $70k - $85k commensurate with experience