Junior Lighting Designer

EMY is an independent architectural lighting design studio working at the intersection of light, architecture, and emotion.

With studios in New York and Miami, we create thoughtful, innovative lighting experiences across residential, hospitality, retail, and architectural environments.

We believe light is the emotional architecture of a space.

We're looking for a talented, highly motivated Junior Lighting Designer to join our growing team.

We're seeking someone who is creatively driven, technically sharp, visually talented, and genuinely excited about lighting design.

This is a hands-on position for someone eager to learn, willing to work hard, and ready to grow within a fast-paced, design-focused studio.

• Creative & Visually Strong:
  An exceptional eye for composition, architecture, materials, light, and shadow. Strong graphic presentation and visualization skills are essential.
• Technically Proficient:
  Excellent Revit skills are a must, alongside proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and lighting calculation software such as AGi
  32, DIALux, or equivalent.
• Detail-Oriented:
  Highly attentive, organized, precise, and committed to producing accurate, beautifully presented work.
• Eager to Learn:
  Curious, proactive, receptive to feedback, and passionate about developing both creative and technical expertise.
• Focused & Driven:
  Able to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, take initiative, and thrive in a collaborative studio environment.
• Hardworking & Ambitious:
  Someone who takes ownership of their work, embraces challenges, and wants to become an exceptional lighting designer.

• Support the development of architectural lighting concepts and design presentations.
• Produce Revit lighting layouts, documentation, schedules, and technical details.
• Assist with lighting calculations, fixture selections, and specification packages.
• Create compelling visual presentations, diagrams, and design studies.
• Collaborate with architects, interior designers, and the EMY team throughout project phases.
• Participate in design reviews, research, and technical coordination.
• Contribute fresh ideas and creative thinking to every project.

• Degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Interior Architecture, or a related field.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating visual sensibility, design thinking, and technical capabilities.
• Experience with lighting calculation software is strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Previous experience in architectural lighting design is a plus.

You'll work closely with the studio's founders on distinctive projects, gaining exposure to both the creative and technical sides of architectural lighting design.

We value curiosity, initiative, precision, and people who care deeply about the quality of their work.

We're a small, ambitious team where your ideas matter, your contributions are visible, and your growth is encouraged.

EMY After Dark

Light is the emotional architecture of a space.