Architectural Lighting Designer (Part-Time, New York)

About this job

Are you passionate about architectural lighting and experienced in commercial and residential projects? Do you enjoy producing precise technical drawings and photometric calculations that bring lighting concepts to life?

This opportunity is for you! We’re looking for an Architectural Lighting Designer to collaborate with a New York–based design office working on commercial and residential projects. This is a Part-Time hybrid position. Apply now!

BetterPros unlocks human potential by offering competitive compensation, flexibility, constant learning and growth, and the opportunity to work anywhere you want with one of our +130 active clients across the United States.

What you will do

  • Produce lighting drawing layouts and enlarged details in CAD and Revit.
  • Build photometric calculations from Rhino 3D models.
  • Join Zoom meetings with clients, architects, engineers, and manufacturers to stay up to date with ongoing projects.
  • Manage your time efficiently, anticipating workload to meet deadlines and deliverables without delays.
  • Stay knowledgeable of top-quality lighting manufacturers in the U.S. and internationally.
  • Ensure all documentation meets U.S. standards and project requirements.
  • Contribute creative and technical input to enhance both functionality and aesthetics.

What you'll need to know

  • 3+ years of experience in a similar architectural lighting design role.
  • Proven experience working on commercial and residential projects.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Architectural Lighting Design.
  • Proficiency in Revit, Rhino, and AutoCAD.
  • Knowledge of lighting codes, regulations, and standards.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under tight deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • A proactive, problem-solving mindset focused on streamlining processes.

A great plus

  • Experience with AGI32.
  • Knowledge of InDesign and Excel.
  • Familiarity with lighting calculations and technical documentation workflows.

We’ve got the opportunity, you’ve got the talent.
We want to hear from you!

How does it work?

Explore & Apply

Check out our open positions and apply to the one that fits you best.

First Interview

If you match our open position, we will schedule a 30-minute meeting

Client Interview

Time to showcase your skills. 
(Don’t worry, we’ll be with you every step of the way!)

Kick-off Meeting

Congrats on your new job! 
We’re so excited to start this journey with you.

Similar job positions

Seniority

We’re looking for an AutoCAD Drafter to join a firm that designs luxury projects for high-end clients—and we want someone who brings real passion to the design work ahead.

Valued skills

AutoCAD

Seniority

The role is production-focused — translating the principal’s sketches, notes, and redlines into clean, accurate, well-coordinated drawing sets — with a consistent weekly schedule of approximately 10 hours per week.

Valued skills

Revit

Seniority

We’re looking for a Part-Time CAD Drafter to support one of our clients in Illinois — a firm specializing in the repair, restoration, and rehabilitation of mid-rise and high-rise building exteriors.

Valued skills

AutoCAD

Seniority

We’re looking for a Senior Architect to join our client, a California-based landscape architecture firm that focuses on residential projects. This is a Full-Time opportunity, and you should be available to work during Pacific Time (PT). Apply today!

Valued skills

Vectorworks
Landscape

Don’t see an open role suitable for you?

Don’t worry! We are constantly looking for outstanding talents and we’ll have you in mind for future offers.

Why BetterPros

100% Remote
Work from anywhere with the most innovative US projects
USD
Compensation
ProsAcademy
Level up your skills with tailored mentorships!

US Partnership
Partner with
US Companies