Top 565 Design studio lead Jobs in Los Angeles, Ca

Design Studio Lead
JGM Inc. —Los Angeles, CA
- $225,000 - $250,000 a year
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
Roblox 2D Artist
Sawhorse Productions —Los Angeles, CA
- $40,000 - $100,000 a year
- Contract
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- 2 years
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Learning Design Specialist, GBOedu
Google —Los Angeles, CA
- $116,000 - $166,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
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Manager, Production Design - Brand Creative Studio
Netflix —Los Angeles, CA
- $198,000 - $310,000 a year
- 8 years
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Art Director
Fender —Los Angeles, CA
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Brand Designer
Nen Creative —Los Angeles, CA
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- 2 years
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
[Rolling] Podcast Long-Form Video Editor for @UnlearnedWisdom
Core of the Heart —Los Angeles, CA
- $500 a day
- Contract
- Remote
- Addiction Medicine
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
Microsoft Copilot Studio and Power Automate Lead Solution Builder
WGA Consulting, LLC —Los Angeles, CA
- $80 - $85 an hour
- Temporary
- Remote
- Background check
- Computer Science
- Databases
- Flexible schedule
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Samples Lead, Studio Styling
ALO —Los Angeles, CA
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Organizational skills
- Paid time off
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Lead Artist
Mob Entertainment —Los Angeles, CA
- $98,000 - $169,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 7 years
- Mentoring
- Fair chance
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Junior Assistant (Part-Time)
Living Room LA —Los Angeles, CA
- $25 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Clean driving record
- Driver's License
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Art Teacher & Studio Guide
Canvas & Climb —Los Angeles, CA
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Cleaning
- Visual & Performing Arts
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Product Designer, Studio
Hook Music —Los Angeles, CA
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
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3D Character Artist (Mid-Senior)
thatgamecompany —Los Angeles, CA
- $81,000 - $114,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Anatomy knowledge
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Audio Lead (Games)
Skydance —Los Angeles, CA
- $125,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Residential
- Mentoring
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Social Media Specialist
2080 Productions LLC —Los Angeles, CA
- $1,000 a month
- Contract
- Remote
- Mid-level
- 2 years
- Analytics
- Flexible schedule
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Exhibition Designer
Lucas Museum of Narrative Art —Los Angeles, CA
- $119,500 - $142,900 a year
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Director of Growth
Five & Done Creative Group —Los Angeles, CA
- $100,000 - $150,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Office
- Business development
4d
Folklórico Instructor
STEP-BY-STEP CULTURAL ARTS LLC —Los Angeles, CA
- $22 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Spanish
- 401(k)
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Senior Architect/Project Manager
LUNO Design Studio —Los Angeles, CA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Residential
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
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Design Studio Lead

JGM Inc. -
Los Angeles, CA

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Job Details

$225,000 - $250,000 a year

Qualifications

Construction industry experience

Full Job Description

JGM Design Studio Lead

Overview

The Design Studio Lead is a senior design professional responsible for the creative, strategic, and operational leadership of the design studio. This role oversees design excellence, project delivery, business development, and team performance while ensuring alignment between client vision, brand standards, technical requirements, and construction execution.

The Design Studio Lead serves as the primary design liaison between clients, consultants, and project teams, leading multidisciplinary efforts from concept through completion while supporting studio growth through proposal development, client engagement, and market positioning

Key Responsibilities

Design Leadership & Vision

Maintain the master-planned vision while optimizing the efficiency of hospitality, residential, mixed-use, and support facilities.
Translate client vision, brand standards, and market positioning into innovative, buildable design solutions.
Provide creative direction throughout all phases of design development.
Oversee architectural, interior, experiential, and environmental design components from concept through completion.
Promote innovation, collaboration, and design excellence across all projects.

Studio Leadership & Operations

Lead and manage daily operations of the design studio across multiple active projects.
Establish project priorities, staffing plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
Develop and implement studio processes that improve efficiency, collaboration, and project delivery.
Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Mentor, coach, and develop architects, designers, coordinators, and project teams.

Project Coordination & Delivery

Manage the design process across all project phases including concept, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration.
Oversee multiple projects simultaneously while monitoring budgets, schedules, deliverables, and performance metrics.
Coordinate internal disciplines including architecture, engineering, construction management, and project controls.
Coordinate external consultants including landscape architects, lighting designers, FF&E consultants, and specialty designers.
Ensure design intent is maintained throughout project execution and construction.
Identify project risks and implement proactive solutions to maintain timelines and profitability.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ownership groups, brand representatives, and project stakeholders.
Lead design presentations, workshops, reviews, interviews, and approval meetings.
Build and maintain long-term client relationships through responsive communication and successful project outcomes.
Manage client expectations and facilitate informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
Resolve client concerns professionally and effectively.

Business Development & Strategic Growth

Identify and pursue new business opportunities aligned with JGM's strategic goals.
Lead proposal development, RFQ/RFP responses, interview preparation, and presentation efforts.
Collaborate with leadership on project approaches, staffing strategies, fee proposals, and pursuit planning.
Develop winning strategies for competitive pursuits and client engagements.
Participate in networking events, industry organizations, and market-facing initiatives to promote studio growth.
Track industry trends, market opportunities, and competitor activity.

Quality Control & Compliance

Ensure all design deliverables meet company standards, client expectations, regulatory requirements, and project specifications.
Review design documents, presentations, and production materials for quality, consistency, and technical accuracy.
Conduct interdisciplinary design reviews and proactively resolve conflicts.
Maintain documentation accuracy and coordination throughout the project lifecycle.

Construction Integration

Collaborate closely with construction management teams to ensure constructability, schedule alignment, and budget compliance.
Participate in site visits, mock-ups, inspections, and design verification activities.
Address field conditions, RFIs, submittals, and design-related construction issues.
Support seamless integration between design intent and project execution

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Environmental Design, or related field.
Licensed Architect, NCARB certification, or equivalent professional credential preferred.
15+ years of professional design and project leadership experience.
Significant experience in hospitality, resort, mixed-use, commercial, or large-scale development projects preferred.
Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams and multiple concurrent projects.
Demonstrated success in client development, proposals, RFQ/RFP pursuits, and business development activities.
Strong understanding of construction processes, project delivery methods, budgeting, and resource planning.
Exceptional design sensibility supported by a portfolio of high-quality built work.

Core Competencies

Design leadership and creative vision
Studio management and team development
Business development and strategic growth
Client relationship management
Multidisciplinary coordination
Project delivery and execution
Proposal and presentation leadership
Financial and resource planning
Problem-solving and decision-making
Quality assurance and technical excellence
Strong communication and presentation skills

Technical Proficiency

Revit
AutoCAD
Enscape
Navisworks
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
Bluebeam
Microsoft Project
Primavera P6
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
BIM workflows and project collaboration platforms

Work Environment & Expectations

Hybrid office, client, and project-site presence.
Ability to travel as required for project coordination, client meetings, presentations, interviews, and site visits.
Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with high expectations for leadership, quality, innovation, and business growth.
Must be authorized to work in the United States and possess a valid passport for domestic and international travel as required.

Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as needed to support organizational goals and operational requirements.

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