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RIOS · 2 weeks ago

Senior Project Designer- Environmental Graphic Design

Boulder, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$95K/yr - $140K/yr

8+ years exp

RIOS is an international design collective focused on innovative design within the built environment. They are seeking a Senior Project Designer to lead multiple projects in environmental graphic design, specializing in signage and wayfinding, while demonstrating strong design leadership and effective communication skills.

AdvertisingArchitectureInterior Design

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Leading the execution of multiple projects from concept through completion through design leadership, strong communication, and both independent and collaborative engagement

Demonstrating a refined design aesthetic and the ability to mentor and guide project teams effectively

Managing projects from concept development through construction administration, including shop drawing review and RFI responses

Developing and executing project work plans, including scope definition, strategy, deliverables, and staffing resources

Producing high-quality work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Working effectively within multidisciplinary teams and demonstrating excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills

Qualification

Adobe Creative SuiteArchitectural drawing interpretationProject managementCAD tools3D modeling toolsFabrication processesADA compliance knowledgeTypography skillsVisual storytelling skillsHand sketching abilityCollaboration skillsCommunication skills

Required

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)

Working knowledge of CADTools

Strong typography, layout, and visual storytelling skills

Experience designing for the built environment, including both 2D and 3D solutions

Proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural drawings

Ability to produce design intent drawings, including fabrication methods and material specifications

Comprehensive understanding of fabrication processes, installation techniques, materials, and construction specifications

Thorough knowledge of ADA compliance, building codes and fire safety requirements related to experiential graphic design, signage, and wayfinding

Proven experience managing projects from concept development through construction administration, including shop drawing review and RFI responses

Ability to develop and execute project work plans, including scope definition, strategy, deliverables, and staffing resources

Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills with the ability to lead and manage multiple concurrent projects

Ability to produce high-quality work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams

Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills

A minimum of 8-10 years of professional experience in environmental/experiential graphic design, signage and wayfinding, or a related field

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Experience Design, Architecture, or a related field

Travel to project sites as needed

Work in person three days per week

Please include a portfolio (PDF) or a link to your website. Application without a portfolio will not be considered

Preferred

Familiarity with Rhino or other 3D modeling tools

Familiarity with SignAgent

Ability to communicate concepts through hand sketching

Company

RIOS

RIOS is an international design collective working beyond boundaries to inventively combine disciplines and amplify the impact of design.

Founded in 1985

Los Angeles, California, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.rios.com/

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