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One Hat One Hand is an interdisciplinary design and fabrication studio specializing in experiential storytelling. We optimize brands for emotional impact with interior design, branded exhibitions, and interactive art installations. OHOH specializes in the design and fabrication of public art, architectural placemaking, product prototyping, and experiential design. We are a fun, creative collective of artists working in a fast-paced, collaborative design studio and fabrication shop.

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At One Hat One Hand we value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that each individual brings to our workplace. If you’re excited about working at OHOH and are not an exact match with the description, we hope you’ll still consider applying.”

One Hat One Hand is seeking a qualified Designer / Project Manager to join our growing studio. This position requires Design and Fabrication experience in industrial design, architecture, and fabrication, as well as engagement in industry-related positions such as presentation design and project management. The right candidate is detail-oriented, communicative, excited by teamwork, and has a passion for creative expression and problem-solving.

Overview

A Designer / PM at One Hat One Hand is responsible for the successful completion and delivery of all contracted scope for a given project. This includes creating constructible three-dimensional designs, and then developing illustrative visualizations and diagrams that describe the final forms to both the client and the fabrication team for construction. Throughout the project, a Designer / PM needs to collaborate with the estimating, production, and finishing teams as well as outside consultants to ensure that the design is brought to life in both an experientially stunning and cost-efficient way.

Primary Responsibilities

The following are key duties and responsibilities of a Designer / PM at OHOH :

Develop design concepts, 3D visualizations, and presentation decks for client meetings

Collaborate with the internal Production and Finishing Departments for prototyping strategies, build drawings, production schedules, and install and maintenance plans

Create technical documentation for coordination with contractors, structural engineering, MEP engineering, and permitting

Create cut files for internal fabrication team and external vendors and manage their schedule and deliverables

Coordinate and conduct meetings with project stakeholders; create agendas, take detailed notes, and distribute follow-up materials

Maintain communication with stakeholders regarding scope, schedule, and budget throughout the project lifecycle

Project-based time management of hours allocated per phase and task

Coordinate fabrication schedules within and between projects

Track and manage project finances, expense reports, source and order materials, and coordinate deliveries

Compile final documentation of project (photos, designs, descriptions)

Essential Skills and Experience :

Project management, client management, schedule creation and management, and construction administration

Detail-oriented with professional meeting etiquette and management skills; agenda creation, concise note-taking, and punctuality

Highly creative, detail-oriented, and strong critical thinking

Clear and concise written and spoken communication skills

Digital fabrication experience including CNC, laser cutting, waterjet, and 3D printing

Knowledge of wood, steel, aluminum, acrylic, foams, plastics, and casting fabrication and finishing techniques

Proficient in G-suite, Asana, Adobe Suite, CAD, Rhino, Sketchup, Vectorworks, V-Ray, Enscape, Blender, Unreal

Personal Attributes & General Requirements

Willing to travel and work during evenings, weekends, or extended hours when required

Positive attitude and flexibility with tight deadlines and changing scopes

Ability to problem-solve through unknown design challenges

Represent One Hat One Hand towards networking and promotional goals

Strong interest in continued professional development

Compensation DOE

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