Meet with architects and clients to ascertain the vision, budget, and specific needs.
Conduct research and work with manufacturers to find new suppliers and product options.
Presented project plans, renderings, and specifications to clients for approval.
Lighting Design Engineer
Modulus Engineering
Bozeman, MT
10.2021 - 08.2023
Developed lighting design drawings and specifications for commercial and residential projects.
Created lighting calculations using photometric software to ensure compliance with energy codes and standards.
Conducted site visits to evaluate existing lighting conditions and prepare reports of findings.
Worked with designers, architects, engineers, contractors, vendors and clients on projects from concept through completion.
Analyzed lighting solutions in terms of visual comfort criteria such as glare control, uniformity of illumination levels, contrast ratios.
Prepared cost estimates for proposed lighting systems by researching products, materials, and labor costs.
Lighting Consultant
Consolidated Electrical Distributors Supply
Kalispell, MT
08.2017 - 08.2020
Prepared accurate quotations based on customer requirements and company policies while developing long-term relationships with customers by providing exceptional customer service.
Reviewed Lighting and Control Submittals to ensure design intent and electrical system requirements are met.
Commissioned lighting control systems through computer programming.
Commercial Project Manager
Seattle Lighting
Seattle, WA
06.2014 - 08.2017
Managed the development of project plans and schedules, including milestones and resource allocations.
Reviewed project documents for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
Coordinated with internal departments to ensure successful completion of projects.
Lighting Designer
Independently Employed
Seattle, WA
09.2013 - 09.2016
Utilized computer-aided design software to create technical drawings of lighting designs with collaboration from directors, producers, and other designers to determine lighting needs and design concepts for theatrical productions.
Installed dimmers, cables, control boards, spotlights, lamps, fixtures, and other necessary equipment for lighting systems.