Project Architect for Themed Entertainment and Attractions

At Cuningham, we create designs that resonate emotionally, captivating our audiences beyond just their physical presence. We are on the lookout for a talented Project Architect who possesses extensive experience in themed entertainment and attraction design to steer immersive projects that merge architecture, storytelling, and memorable guest experiences. Key Responsibilities: Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture or a related field.Licensed Architect preferred; candidates who are not yet licensed may be considered for a Team Leader title based on their experience and qualifications.8-15 years of professional architectural experience, particularly in themed entertainment, hospitality, experiential design, attraction design, retail entertainment, cultural projects, or immersive environments.Strong grasp of story-driven design and its role in enhancing guest experience, emotional connection, operational flow, and immersive placemaking.Experience working closely with creative directors, show set designers, producers, and technical teams to translate narrative concepts into realizable environments.Demonstrated ability to lead projects across all design and delivery phases, including concept development, design documentation, consultant coordination, QA/QC, permitting, and construction oversight.Robust technical knowledge of building systems, constructability, envelope detailing, consultant collaboration, and code compliance.Preferred experience with specialty vendors, fabricators, scenic elements, lighting, media integration, and show systems.Proficiency in Revit/BIM 360, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office; familiarity with Rhino, Enscape, and Lumion is a plus.Strong communication, presentation, and team leadership skills in collaborative, multidisciplinary settings.Experience in mentoring junior staff and fostering a positive, design-centric office culture.Adept at handling multiple fast-paced projects while maintaining high design quality and detail orientation.Genuine passion for themed entertainment, immersive storytelling, guest experience, and innovative experiential design.Compensation provided is based on our national range, which varies by work location and may also depend on accreditation, experience, and responsibilities. Our talent management team will provide specific salary details during the hiring process.

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