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ABOUT IMAX

IMAX is not your everyday entertainment experience. With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, our employees and their careers have constantly gone beyond the ordinary. From offices across North America, Europe, and Asia, we combine proprietary software, architecture, and equipment with industry-leading knowledge and connections to create experiences that take audiences beyond the edge of their seats to a world they have never imagined. Our Hollywood team are trusted movie business insiders with decades of production experience, acting as advisors to top filmmakers and studios across the world. Our technology experts are leaders in the industry, constantly pushing the limits of what is possible in entertainment. Our sales and marketing teams are talented professionals who build and enhance the IMAX brand globally.

IMAX's network is among the most important and successful theatrical distribution platforms for major event films around the world, and our growing Live and Enhanced businesses have allowed us to bring the IMAX Experience to our partnerships across live music, events and streaming to provide the best possible experience across any screen. As the world’s leading entertainment technology company, IMAX has revolutionized the way people experience movies, and continues to push the boundaries of entertainment experiences forward. Our employees are driven by a passion to take audiences around the world to places they have only dreamed of.

Come explore IMAX – where innovation, creativity and passion come together. Get inspired, get involved, and ignite your future with IMAX!

Required Skills

This position will assist in the preparation of all Theatre Design Documents for IMAX Theatres and provide support to the Theatre Design team to meet all Department commitments to support the Theatre Sales team and the Theatre Projects Teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the generation of all technical documentation for IMAX equipment for use by the Theatre Projects/Design team and act as source of documentation for all external documentation needs. In addition, the employee will be required to remain current on all IMAX technologies, participate in the documentation of, and application of any new technologies developed at IMAX, and monitor complimentary technologies by others, current and under development, to be used in conjunction with IMAX equipment for new entertainment concepts.

Responsibilities

• Work as an integral part of a team in the development of configurations of IMAX theatres and equipment to deliver and where possible, enhance the existing IMAX experience.
• Work as part of a team to create new experiences using current IMAX technology configured in new ways. Also work to create new experiences using modified IMAX equipment and or other non-IMAX technologies existing or in development.
• Work on site specific projects with our Theatre Design team to identify specific and any unique customer requirements to deliver the IMAX Experience. Once identified, be responsible for participating in the definition of a design solution to satisfy the identified performance needs as well as documenting those solutions.
• Assist in the development of performance specifications and manufacturing details for the manufacture of special equipment to meet the requirements of individual client needs. This could range from complete specification of equipment not currently in the IMAX Standard product range, specification of modifications to IMAX standard product, specification and out-sourcing of special auxiliary equipment, positioning the projectors in nonstandard ways, marking up standard drawings for minor changes to standard equipment required to meet a special client need, etc.
• Assist in the development of all technical system data contained in documentation used by the Theatre Design and Projects groups for internal and external detail communication.
• Work with others in the development of all technical details for the completion of RFPs.
• Be current on all design issues affecting theatre design and quality of performance of the IMAX Theatre, working within recognized and approved criteria.
• For each contracted project, assist in the preparation of project specific technical documentation packages for distribution to the client’s technical team that are tailored to the needs of that project.
• Coordinate with sub-system suppliers to ensure that technical requirements of sub-systems are properly incorporated into IMAX technical documentation packages.
• Prepare presentation drawings, visual materials, and physical models for technical and sales presentations as required.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Architectural Technologist diploma/degree or equivalent credentials.
• 2 years of experience in a similar capacity.
• Architectural field experience is a definite asset.
• Knowledge of electronic drafting, sketching, building systems knowledge (Electrical, Mechanical, Structural and Plumbing, etc.).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and spoken).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, REVIT, MS Project, MS Excel, MS Word and MS Outlook.
• This position may require travel to other IMAX locations or customer sites internationally.
• Overtime may be required at times.

Required Experience

IMAX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer!

At IMAX you will be part of a culture built on respect - one that recognizes the unique talents of everyone on the team. We're proud of the differences that make us all unique and we support unity, acceptance, and equal rights for all. Diversity and inclusion among our employees are critical to our success as a global company.

For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note, IMAX is currently operating in-office 5 days-a-week. Additionally, all permanent full-time employment is subject to background and employment/reference checks.