CAD Designer - Insomniac Events (Los Angeles, CA)
Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority.
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Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac's events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents. The company's premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world’s largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993.
THE ROLE
The CAD Designer is responsible for creating detailed 2D site plans for all Insomniac festivals and concerts. You will work in an office setting, but at times will need to fulfill travel requirements and work on site. This position reports to the Senior CAD Designer. This is not a fully remote position.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare detailed, multi-layered 2D site plans drawings for all experience elements for festivals and concerts using AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Ensure that safety standards are maintained on every experience plan and understand code for each city
Help develop and maintain a standard site plan layout for all Insomniac festivals to help accelerate the site plan development process
Conduct site visits to gather data needed to complete the site plans for each show
Be able to specify a series of points or select an object to find the enclosed area and other geometric information from objects such as distance, radius, angle, and volume.
Create GEOTAGGED files for GPS marking for each venue as needed
Work with site production team to place all key festival elements during build process
Prepare capacity studies for the entire site and for specific stage audience areas as requested
Create as-built plans of each festival/concert for record and use in future planning
Communicate with various departments and incorporate knowledge gained into drawings
Identify and communicate potential design problems to festival producer
Manage workflow by utilizing project management tool (Asana)
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
At least 5 years of experience in 2D/3D CAD work, ideally in outdoor applications
Strong GPS Geotag mapping skills
Live event experience strongly preferred
Drone Operator knowledge not required but strongly preferred
Detail oriented with a strong grasp of the overall big picture
Strong understanding of prioritization in a demanding & fast-paced work environment • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Proficient in organization and multitasking on projects pertaining to numerous shows at once
Ability to identify and solve problems in an efficient manner
Comfortable working in always-on, fast-paced, start-up environment
Possesses deep passion for music; motivated to learn ins-and-outs of industry
Adheres to all requirements for confidentiality of corporate, strategic and marketing information • Open to traveling and working events on nights, holidays, and weekends
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) & Google Drive (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Calendar)
Strong knowledge of AutoCad and Civil Engineering
Strong knowledge of Adobe Suites (Illustrator, Acrobat, Photoshop, InDesign)
Must be motivated with an “Everything is possible” attitude
Must be an active problem solver, instilled with a sense of urgency for projects large and small
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments
May work in drastic temperature climates when traveling to work events
Must be willing to frequently work and travel to events during evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines and work events
Must be able to work on site in various work locations for extended periods of time