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CannonDesign · 2 months ago

Experiential Graphic Designer V

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$98K/yr - $123K/yr

12+ years exp

CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. They are seeking an Environmental Graphic Designer V who will lead projects, mentor teams, and collaborate with clients to create extraordinary environments that inspire and connect. The role involves guiding business development and elevating spaces through innovative design solutions.

ConsultingLegalProduct Design

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead conceptual and design development across multiple projects, including team workflow and process

Build and maintain client relationships and serve as a senior specialist in firm leadership

Engage clients through projects and new business, building relationships and expanding opportunities

Mentor design team on technical skills, business strategy, art direction, and storytelling strategies

Share the team’s work across internal and external platforms, including design award programs and social media

Translate clients’ needs and ideas into compelling concepts that express their mission and purpose

Guide business development and team growth, including marketing pursuits and internal team initiatives

Execute a project from strategy to storyboard to final design acting as a project leader

Engage by using curiosity, empathy, and intuition to clarify complex ideas, visions and strategies

Design creative, highly detailed solutions across all media types that express a unique vision

Direct and provide oversight for documentation for a variety of design projects to include graphic programs, wayfinding and signage systems, donor recognition programs and interpretive exhibits

Explore compelling ways to spread CannonDesign’s Living Centered Design ethos and integrate best practices to the team and the firm

Manage projects and diverse project teams with creative and artistic direction from start to finish

Review and redline shop drawings and submittals throughout construction administration phases

Facilitate engagement during team calls and encourage lively design critique

Coordinate with vendors, fabricators, and outside consultants

Promote the team’s expertise and capabilities across CannonDesign’s network of disciplines and services

Qualification

Graphic DesignExperiential DesignSignage DesignAdobe Creative SuiteClient LeadershipProject ManagementTypographyCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailCritical Thinking

Required

Minimum Bachelor degree in Graphic Design, Architecture, or related design field required

Minimum of 12 years of related experience required

Exceptional design portfolio and strong background in a variety of markets with a particular focus on high-end workplace environments

Strong typography skills

Robust communication skills and proven strategies for collaborating in fast-moving, complex project teams

Strong knowledge of signage and wayfinding design and methodology

Deep understanding of all aspects of experiential design required

Strong client leadership and technical leadership for production team: large, complex projects

Ability to perform work with a high degree of latitude

Must be a critical thinker, highly analytical, and possess strong business acumen

Proficient in project management

Attention to detail a must

Proficiency on Mac in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign required

Preferred

Skills in Revit and SketchUp a plus

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Flexible spending account options

Voluntary insurances

Paid time off

Flex-time schedules

Remote work options

401k plan

Employee perk programs

Company

CannonDesign

Glassdoor4.0

CannonDesign is an integrated designing firm.

Founded in 1945

Grand Island, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.cannondesign.com/

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