Festival Design Architect

Job overview

The Festival Design Architect role is hybrid, based in Los Angeles, CA or available remotely; the listing also identifies Nashville, TN. Compensation is not specified. The role supports business development, creative, operations, production, and sponsorship teams in turning festival concepts into workable designs. The architect develops 2D plans and 3D models for festival and event spaces, helping teams coordinate layouts, materials, permitting, and life-safety planning. Accurate drawings, post-event updates, and efficient design choices support event planning and execution.

What you'll do

• Draft 2D floor plans and render 3D models for live-event components, including venue layouts, camping, parking, shuttle operations, VIP areas, retail, stages, and sponsorship activations
• meet project timelines and communicate with stakeholders
• document material lists and distribute updated files
• audit drawings against physical measurements
• coordinate with internal departments and external consultants on permitting and life-safety planning
• update as-built drawings after events
• seek efficient designs and maintain a library of templates and symbols.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

festival design architect

live events

festival design

2d floor plans

3d rendering

cad

venue layouts

permitting

life safety planning

hybrid

los angeles ca

remote option

nashville tn

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires extensive working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD software and 5+ years of experience with increasing responsibility in live events or similar fields. CAD certification is listed; a bachelor’s degree and Event Safety Alliance training or certifications are preferred. Travel and onsite work at nights, weekends, and holidays may be required.

About the employer

DANNY WIMMER PRESENTS LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events without Facilities. Sector: 71.