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Gelo P.

Paranaque City, Philippines

$17/hr
5.0
4 jobs

You can call me AP. Mechanical Engineering graduate with over 11 years of specialized expertise in Building Information Modelling (BIM) industry. Core Competencies: -Project Planning & Estimation -BIM Execution Plan & Workflow Standards Creation -Leadership in Project Resourcing & Management (Managing teams of 25+ personnel) -Mentoring & Training for Project Execution and Management -ISO 19650 Practitioner -Digital Twin Management (Spatial and Static) -Sustainable Design Solutions -Project Initiation & Setup -Effective Coordination with Designers & Contractors Across Disciplines Services | Deliver on Time: -Revit MEPF Modeling -Revit Family Creation (Basic Parametric Families) -Revit Project Setup -Navisworks Clash Detection & Coordination -Model & Information Model QA/QC -BIM Coordination -Clash Detection Reporting Internation Project Experience: -United States -Norway -United Kingdom -Qatar -Zambia -Hongkong -Philippines -Indonesia -Australia Notable Projects: -Mixed-use Buildings -Water Treatment Plants -Railway Stations -Hospitals -Airports -Data Centers Software Expertise: BIM Tools: -Autodesk AutoCAD -Autodesk Revit -Autodesk Navisworks Revit Plug-ins: -DiRoots -Bird Tools -BIM Interoperability -Dynamo -Naviate Symetri -Model health checker Common Data Environment (CDE): -Autodesk Construction Cloud -Autodesk BIM360 Point Cloud viewer (Scan to BIM): -Autodesk Recap -Faro -Matterport -Realsee -Metaroom Digital Twin Platforms: -Autodesk Tandem -WillowTwin Model Information Management: -Plannerly Project Management Tools: -Azure Dev Opz -Click up -Trello Other Tools: -Bluebeam Revu -Confluence -Microsoft Word -Microsoft Excel -Trello -Miro -Loop

  • Autodesk Revit
  • Autodesk Navisworks
  • Building Information Modeling
  • Information Management
  • Data Modeling
  • Point Cloud to BIM
  • QA Management
  • BIM Coordination
  • BIM Clash Detection
  • BIM Consultation
  • Autodesk BIM 360
  • BIM Family Creation
  • BIM Quantity Takeoff
  • Training
  • Management Skills
Kevin Y.

Jersey City, New Jersey

$50/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Composer, producer, and audio engineer for film, television, and commercial media. Credits include Nashville Film Festival, iQIYI, and 1.5M+ streams on NetEase Music. Experience in music production, mixing, and audio postproduction for media. Proficient in Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and Wwise.

  • Music Production
  • Music Composition
  • Film Scoring
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Music Arrangement
  • Orchestration
  • Stem Mixing & Mastering
  • Sound Mixing
  • Stereo Mixing
  • Audio & Music Software
  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Mastering
  • Audio Post Production
  • Avid Pro Tools
  • Logic Pro
Jeronimo N.

Buenos Aires, Argentina

$30/hr
5.0
7 jobs

Architect (UBA) with 10+ years of experience in Revit modeling, construction documentation, and construction administration for U.S.-based architecture firms. I work across the full project lifecycle — Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration — on educational, healthcare, commercial, and large-scale residential projects. ● What I Can Offer: ✅ Coordinated, clash-free Revit models maintained across all project phases ✅ Complete documentation sets — floor plans, elevations, sections, and schedules ✅ RFI and submittal tracking and management through Procore ✅ Active participation in coordination meetings with contractors and consultants ✅ Multidisciplinary coordination with structural, mechanical, and other consultants ✅ 3D visualization and renderings to support design communication ● Scope of Work: ○ Construction Documentation Accurate, coordinated documentation across SD, DD, and CD phases for educational, healthcare, commercial, and large residential projects — drawings ready for permitting and construction execution. ○ BIM Modeling & Coordination Revit models built and maintained for clash-free coordination between disciplines, kept aligned with design decisions as the project evolves. ○ Construction Administration RFI and submittal management through Procore, plus coordination meetings with contractors and consultants throughout construction. ○ Visualization 3D renderings and presentation visuals using D5 Render, with post-production in Photoshop. ● Primary Software: Revit | AutoCAD | Navisworks | Procore | Bluebeam | D5 Render | Adobe Photoshop I've collaborated with multidisciplinary teams across Argentina, Paraguay, Ireland, and the United States, and I'm comfortable working remotely on US time zones to stay aligned with your team's schedule. Feel free to reach out to discuss your project's phase, scope, and timeline — happy to help :)

  • Autodesk Revit
  • Construction Document Preparation
  • Bluebeam Revu
  • Procore
  • BIM Family Creation
  • Building Information Modeling
  • 3D Modeling
  • Project Plans
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • CAD
  • Architectural Rendering
  • Floor Plan Design
  • Drafting
  • BIM Coordination
  • BIM Consultation
  • Point Cloud to BIM
  • Floor Plan
  • Rendering
  • Interior Design
  • Architectural Design
Ali G.

Roubaix, France

$30/hr
5.0
675 jobs

Designing Spaces That Are Meant to Be Built. For more than 10 years, I've helped homeowners, developers, architects, and businesses transform ideas into spaces that are functional, visually compelling, and ready to be built. Whether you're designing a new home, renovating an existing property, developing a commercial space, or preparing a project for presentation, I provide complete architectural design support—from the first concept and floor plan to the final photorealistic rendering. My goal isn't simply to create beautiful images. It's to help you make better design decisions before construction begins, reduce costly revisions, and give you complete confidence in the final result. Over the years, I've had the opportunity to work on residential, commercial, hospitality, and landscape projects for clients around the world. Today, I maintain long-term collaborations with architecture studios and real estate developers across the United States, supporting projects from concept development to client presentations and design refinement. My Services: • Architectural Design • Interior Design • Exterior Design • Landscape Design • Space Planning & Floor Plans • Furniture Layout & Material Selection • Photorealistic 3D Rendering • Architectural Animation & Virtual Tours How We'll Work Together: Every project starts with understanding your goals, your vision, and how the space needs to function. From there, I guide you through a structured design process that keeps communication clear and decisions simple. Discovery & Planning Understanding your requirements, design preferences, budget, and project objectives. Space Planning & Architectural Design Creating layouts that maximize functionality, circulation, comfort, and visual balance. Design Development Refining the project through thoughtful material selection, lighting, furniture layouts, colors, and architectural detailing. Photorealistic Visualization Producing realistic 3D renderings that allow you to experience the design before construction begins and make confident decisions early in the process. Review & Final Delivery Collaborating through revisions and delivering organized, professional files ready for presentation, approval, marketing, or construction. Project Experience: • Custom Homes & Luxury Villas • Apartments & Residential Developments • Restaurants, Cafés & Hospitality Projects • Hotels & Resorts • Offices & Co-working Spaces • Retail Stores & Commercial Buildings • Landscape & Outdoor Living Spaces Why Clients Choose to Work With Me: • More than 10 years of professional experience • End-to-end support from concept to final presentation • Practical, buildable designs, not just attractive renderings • Clear communication and dependable collaboration • Careful attention to detail throughout every stage of the project • Long-term partnerships built on trust, quality, and consistency Every project is different, but my approach remains the same: thoughtful design, transparent communication, and a commitment to delivering work that is both visually exceptional and practical to execute. If you're looking for an experienced architectural designer who can guide your project from the first sketch to the final render, I'd be happy to learn more about your project and discuss how we can bring your ideas to life.

  • 3D Rendering
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • 3D Modeling
  • Interior Design
  • Residential Design
  • 3D Animation
  • Floor Plan Design
  • Architectural Rendering
  • Architectural Design
  • Autodesk 3ds Max
  • Landscape Design
  • 3D Landscape Rendering
  • 3D Design
  • SketchUp
  • Architectural Drawing
  • 3D Architectural Rendering
  • 3D Architectural Visualization
  • 2D Drawing
  • Residential Remodeling
  • Exterior Rendering
Luc H.

Montreal, Canada

$45/hr
4.9
19 jobs

Film composer creating orchestral and cinematic scores for film, documentary, and games. 100% Job Success. Scores recorded with live ensembles up to 84 players. If your film or game needs music that supports its world, tone, and emotional structure, that is the work I specialize in. I write music that makes worlds feel inhabited. What clients hire me for: - Original orchestral scores for short films, feature films, and documentary series - Thematic writing that carries narrative and character - Orchestration, score preparation, and orchestral MIDI production - Adaptive game scores built in Wwise and FMOD that respond to gameplay and narrative flow Recent results: - Scored a 9 part documentary series recorded with a live orchestra - Produced and prepared orchestral works recorded by live ensembles up to 84 musicians - Scored a large content video game mod with over 40 minutes of music and orchestral recording sessions - 19 contracts completed on Upwork with 100% Job Success Background: - MFA in Music for Motion Pictures and Contemporary Media (Film Scoring Academy of Europe) - Orchestration studies with Conrad Pope (Star Wars, Harry Potter) and Mikolai Stroinski (The Witcher 3, Diablo Immortal) - Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance (McGill University) - 10+ years of professional composition and production experience I am particularly drawn to projects with strong narrative identity: character driven film scoring, emotionally driven documentary storytelling, and dark fantasy, JRPG, CRPG, and metroidvania worlds where music actively shapes how the story is experienced. → Tell me about your project and I will send a short, tailored reel.

  • Film Scoring
  • Music Composition
  • Orchestration
  • Orchestra
  • Documentary
  • Soundtrack
  • Video Game Music
  • FMOD
  • Music Arrangement
  • Music Production
  • MIDI
  • Score Preparation
MD Hasnaine A.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

$20/hr
5.0
54 jobs

A well-designed floor plan is more than just lines and dimensions.it’s the foundation of how people will live, work, and experience a space. As a Certified Architect and Interior Designer, I don’t simply draft floor plans or redraw PDFs. Every line I draw has a purpose, every dimension has a reason, and every layout is designed with functionality, circulation, and real-world construction in mind. If you’re looking for accurate, buildable AutoCAD floor plans backed by architectural thinking—not just drafting—I’d be happy to help. I work with homeowners, business owners, developers, real estate professionals, and contractors to transform sketches, PDFs, existing drawings, or ideas into professional architectural drawings that are practical, efficient, and ready for the next stage of your project. My expertise includes: ✔ AutoCAD Floor Plan Design ✔ Residential & Commercial Space Planning ✔ PDF to DWG Conversion ✔ 2D CAD Drafting ✔ Redraw Floor Plans & Existing Drawings ✔ Blueprint Conversion ✔ House Plans & Renovation Plans ✔ Office, Retail & Clinic Layouts ✔ Restaurant & Commercial Layouts ✔ Site Plans & Plot Layouts ✔ Dimensioned Floor Plans ✔ Furniture Layouts ✔ Permit Drawings ✔ Construction Documents & Working Drawings ✔ Building Permit Drawing Support Every drawing is delivered with clean CAD layers, organized documentation, and accurate dimensions, making collaboration easier for clients, contractors, engineers, and consultants throughout the project. I consider space efficiency, circulation, furniture placement, usability, and construction practicality to ensure the final layout not only looks good on paper but also works in real life. When your project requires more than 2D drawings, I also provide: • SketchUp 3D Modeling • Architectural Visualization & Animations • Realistic Exterior & Interior Renderings • Presentation Drawings These services help you visualize your project, review design decisions, and minimize changes before construction begins. I work with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, D5 Render, Lumion, Photoshop, and 3ds Max, depending on the project requirements. From the first space planning concept to complete AutoCAD drawings, construction documentation, 3D modeling, and realistic architectural visualization, I can support your project through every stage before execution. If you have a sketch, PDF, reference image, or simply an idea, feel free to send it over. I’d be happy to review your project and recommend the best architectural solution.

  • Architectural Design
  • 3D Rendering
  • Architectural Rendering
  • Floor Plan Design
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • CAD Drafting
  • 3D Modeling
  • SketchUp
  • Interior Architecture
  • Interior Design
  • Autodesk Revit
  • 2D Design & Drawings
  • Drafting
  • Space Planning
  • Office Space Planning
  • Residential Design
  • Commercial Design
  • Construction Document Preparation
  • Building Design
  • Hotel Design

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Theater consultant hiring guide

Designing or renovating a performance venue requires coordinating architecture with specialized theatrical systems, audience needs, and production requirements. Hiring a theater consultant brings focused expertise to these decisions, helping owners, architects, and design teams create spaces that support performers, technical crews, and audiences.

What does a theater consultant do?

A theater consultant helps plan and coordinate the specialized spaces and systems required for theaters and other performance venues. Working with owners, architects, engineers, and production teams, they translate programming and performance needs into practical requirements for the building and its technical infrastructure.

Theater consultants may:

  • Plan stage and performance spaces. Define stage dimensions, backstage areas, audience capacity, circulation, and other functional requirements
  • Design stage rigging systems. Specify fly systems, hoists, curtains, and related infrastructure for scenery and production equipment
  • Coordinate lighting and audiovisual systems. Collaborate with lighting designers to plan technical infrastructure for theatrical lighting, sound, projection, communications, and control systems
  • Evaluate audience sightlines and seating. Analyze seating layouts, viewing angles, balconies, aisles, and relationships between the audience and stage
  • Coordinate acoustical requirements. Work with architects and acoustical specialists on room acoustics, sound isolation, and noise control
  • Support accessibility and code compliance. Address accessible seating, stage and backstage access, assistive listening systems, egress, and applicable building requirements
  • Develop technical specifications. Translate programming and production needs into drawings, equipment requirements, budgets, and specifications for design and construction

How to hire a theater consultant on Upwork

Upwork connects you with theater consultants who specialize in acoustics, rigging, sightlines, and venue programming. 89% of first-time clients complete a contract on Upwork. The following steps help you find and hire the right specialist for your project.

Step 1: Post a job

Start by describing your venue, project phase, and the theatrical systems or planning expertise you need.

  • Specify the venue type, such as proscenium, thrust, black box, or multipurpose, along with approximate seating capacity
  • Describe the project scope, such as stage planning, rigging, theatrical lighting, audiovisual systems, sightlines, or accessibility
  • Identify the project phase, such as feasibility, programming, schematic design, construction documents, or construction administration
  • Note the architects, engineers, acoustical consultants, or other specialists the theater consultant will collaborate with
  • Share expected deliverables, timeline, and budget
  • Review this job description template to structure your theater consultant post

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Step 2: Evaluate candidates

Focus on candidates whose past venue work aligns with your project’s scale, performance needs, and technical scope.

  • Examine portfolios for theaters, performing arts centers, auditoriums, or other relevant venues
  • Look for examples such as sightline studies, stage layouts, rigging plans, technical specifications, or system designs
  • Assess experience working with architects, engineers, contractors, and specialized theater vendors
  • Consider membership in professional organizations such as the American Society of Theatre Consultants (ASTC) or the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT) as supporting evidence of industry involvement
  • Read client feedback for communication, technical judgment, coordination, and reliable delivery

Uma can conduct instant video interviews and provide side-by-side candidate comparisons to help you narrow your shortlist.

Step 3: Interview your top choices

Use interviews to understand how candidates translate performance needs into practical venue and technical-system requirements.

  • Ask how they approach stage, seating, and sightline decisions for a venue like yours
  • Discuss how they coordinate theatrical systems with architectural, structural, electrical, and mechanical requirements
  • Explore how they have resolved rigging, lighting, AV, accessibility, or backstage planning challenges
  • Ask how they review drawings and specifications as a project moves from design into construction
  • Have candidates walk through a past venue project and explain their role and key decisions
  • Adapt these common interview questions to your theater consulting project

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Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Before work begins, align with your theater consultant on responsibilities, deliverables, coordination requirements, and involvement through each project phase.

  • Define deliverables such as programming documents, sightline studies, stage layouts, equipment specifications, drawings, or design reviews
  • Set milestones around relevant phases such as programming, schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding, and construction
  • Clarify responsibility for coordinating rigging, theatrical lighting, AV, acoustical requirements, seating, and other specialized systems
  • Establish drawing-review, approval, and change-management processes with architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors
  • Agree on site visits, construction-phase support, equipment commissioning, and final inspections when required
  • Choose a fixed-price contract for defined deliverables or an hourly contract for ongoing design and construction support

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How much does hiring a theater consultant cost?

Hiring a theater consultant generally costs $28-$98 per hour. This business consultant rate can provide a general benchmark for specialized consulting work, though theater projects may require additional architectural or technical expertise. Many projects are scoped as fixed-price engagements tied to deliverables rather than hours, especially for standalone assessments or design-phase support. 

Review these typical cost ranges to help estimate your theater consulting project budget:

Feasibility and needs assessment

$800-$2,000/project

Entry to intermediate
  • Needs analysis
  • Space program
  • Budget guidance

Acoustics and sightline review

$1,500-$4,000/project

Intermediate
  • Acoustic assessment
  • Sightline study
  • Recommendations report

Schematic design consulting

$3,000-$8,000/project

Expert
  • Schematic input
  • Rigging and AV specifications
  • Coordination notes

Full design-phase consulting

$2,500-$6,000/project

Expert
  • Ongoing design review
  • Contractor coordination
  • Final documentation

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring a theater consultant worth it?

For new or renovated performance venues, yes, hiring a theater consultant is worthwhile. They can help design teams address specialized requirements such as stage planning, sightlines, rigging, technical systems, and backstage operations before construction limits the available options. Bringing a consultant in early can be especially valuable because design changes generally become more difficult to incorporate as a project progresses. 

When should I hire a theater consultant?

Engage a theater consultant during the programming or schematic design phase of your theater project, before the architect finalizes floor plans. Early involvement allows the consultant to influence room shape, structural capacity, and systems placement, which are difficult and expensive to change later.

What’s the difference between a theater consultant and an architect?

An architect designs the building's structure, layout, and aesthetics, while a theater consultant focuses on performance-specific systems such as acoustics, rigging, sightlines, and stage equipment. Architects rely on theater consultants to provide technical specifications that the design team then integrates into construction documents.

What do I do after I hire a theater consultant?

After hiring a theater consultant, share existing drawings, programming documents, and project goals so the consultant can assess your needs. Schedule a kickoff meeting to align on deliverables, communication cadence, and coordination with your architect or construction manager.