Experiential Graphic Designer for Architecture – Signage and Wayfinding Design

Society for Experiential Graphic Design; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

MHTN Architects is seeking a talented Experiential Graphic Designer passionate about creating user experiences in built, physical spaces. This position focuses on designing signage, wayfinding, and branded installations for physical environments. You’ll conceptualize, design, and execute integrated graphic design services for architectural environments for mid to large scale building projects spanning sectors such as K-12, higher education, commercial, religious, medical, and municipal buildings. You'll create visually captivating production-ready artwork tailored for project visioning, placemaking, graphic identity, wayfinding, printed graphics, and signage design to seamlessly integrate with material finishes. Collaborating closely with interior designers, architects, project managers, community planners, and other experts, you'll provide input and contribute to the creative process. You will work on cross-functional teams to ensure design concepts align with project timelines and feasibility, with guidance from senior team members.

The Experiential Graphic Designer is responsible for the development and research of design concepts and storytelling elements for the physical built environment while adhering to client brand standards. The Experiential Graphic Designer plays a key role in the presentation of design concepts and ideas to clients and stakeholders, articulating the rationale behind design decisions. You will be preparing and setting up files for fabrication, including pre-flighting, color correction, image manipulation, and optimization, with the objective of constructability. Other key tasks include conducting thorough quality checks on all deliverables to ensure they meet brand standards, specifications, and project requirements. Managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively, and delivering high-quality work within established timelines and budget constraints.

The Experiential Graphic Designer must communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to address feedback, clarify requirements, and ensure project objectives are met including the coordination and review of the fabrication progress, shop drawings, and installation for quality control. They will stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in design and production to continuously improve skills and processes. Your enthusiasm for architectural design and the built environment will drive your success in this role!

Here is a list of the key skills which we seek for this role:

• Experience in Experiential Graphic Design, including printed graphics, signage, wayfinding systems, and branded installations for physical spaces. This is a graphic design position focused on creating visual experiences in built environments, such as architectural buildings and public spaces.
• Highly creative and imaginative with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in Revit, CAD tools for Illustrator, or other 3D modeling software is a plus!
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering error-free work on time and within budget.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and thrive in a deadline-driven setting.
• Ability to work within multiple design styles and standards as dictated by the holistic design concept.
• Proficiency in prepress and production processes, including color management, file preparation, and output for both print and digital media.
• Understanding of branding and storytelling strategies and their integration into the built environment, preferred.
• Knowledge of industry sustainability best practices and involvement with professional organizations in the field, preferred.
• Working knowledge of Revit, BIM 360, and Bluebeam for coordination of locations, elevations, preferred.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in experiential graphic design, or a related role.
• Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design or related field including Architecture, Interior Design, Industrial Design, or Visual Communications, preferred.

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with your experience. A salary range will be available during the interview process.

We require all applicants to submit a portfolio showcasing their original work relevant to the position. If your portfolio includes collaborative projects or work incorporating elements authored by others, please clearly credit them within your portfolio.

To apply, please fill out the online application. You will receive an automatic confirmation email when your application has been successfully submitted. If you do not receive an email, please try again. Portfolio or work sample document attachments are limited to 10mbs.

Why MHTN?

We offer a collaborative work environment that promotes professional growth and advancement. We seek team members who have a passion for designing built environments and contributors that will embrace and expand our culture of inclusion. We demonstrate our commitment to our team members by offering the following benefits.

• Medical and Dental Insurance: MHTN pays 80% of the premium
• Life Insurance: MHTN pays 100% of the premium for life and AD&D
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability: MHTN pays for 100% of the premium
• Other benefits available through our Cafeteria Plan
• 401k with 5% employer match
• Annual discretionary bonus opportunity for all employees
• Company-Paid Continuing Education and mentorship programs
• Paid licensure and industry memberships
• Physical Activity Incentives
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule (ability to work from home up to two days a week)
• Annual Paid Time Off for Volunteering

MHTN Architects is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.