HDR · 7 hours ago
Senior Graphic Designer - Communications
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expHDR is a company that values employee engagement and inclusion, aiming to create a positive impact on the world. They are seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to work with the Architecture Marketing Studio, focusing on visual and written storytelling to develop compelling content for various media campaigns.
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Responsibilities
Apply expertise in graphic design fundamentals such as layout, typography, alignment, hierarchy, and composition to elevate all visual outputs
Interpret architectural design content, extracting key ideas to communicate visually, from concept through completion, through compelling visual narratives using graphics, layouts, diagrams, infographics, and mixed media storytelling
Create refined print and digital ready deliverables
Demonstrate curiosity and ability with an understanding of basic architectural drawings
Brainstorm and develop diagrams and graphics that convey complex data and information in collaboration with experts from our architecture, design, computational, sustainability, research and planning disciplines
Refine architectural drawings, renderings, and animations to translate and simplify design ideas for our clients, media partners and other key stakeholders
Collaborate with our architecture communications team and larger Architecture Marketing Studio to brainstorm and develop new ideas and projects in support of our architecture practice business goals
Deliver assignments on time while consistently meeting quality standards
Work with other peer or senior designers on multi-component projects
Research technology and production techniques or processes for each project, as necessary
Work alongside our design, marketing and communications leadership to develop visual standards for awards and external media platforms
Qualification
Required
Apply expertise in graphic design fundamentals such as layout, typography, alignment, hierarchy, and composition to elevate all visual outputs
Interpret architectural design content, extracting key ideas to communicate visually, from concept through completion, through compelling visual narratives using graphics, layouts, diagrams, infographics, and mixed media storytelling
Create refined print and digital ready deliverables
Demonstrate curiosity and ability with an understanding of basic architectural drawings
Brainstorm and develop diagrams and graphics that convey complex data and information in collaboration with experts from our architecture, design, computational, sustainability, research and planning disciplines
Refine architectural drawings, renderings, and animations to translate and simplify design ideas for our clients, media partners and other key stakeholders
Collaborate with our architecture communications team and larger Architecture Marketing Studio to brainstorm and develop new ideas and projects in support of our architecture practice business goals
Deliver assignments on time while consistently meeting quality standards
Work with other peer or senior designers on multi-component projects
Research technology and production techniques or processes for each project, as necessary
Work alongside our design, marketing and communications leadership to develop visual standards for awards and external media platforms
Preferred
Minimum of 3 years in Architecture industry
Degree in Graphic Design, Design Communication, Architecture or related discipline
Experience with Premiere, After Effects and Audition; ability and experience working on strategic campaigns
Ability to curate and design compelling project narratives for high-end publications, presentations, brochures, infographics, and architecture graphics, ensuring clarity and visual impact; advanced proficiency in layout design, typography, and graphic design principles
Demonstrates a rigorous, detail-oriented mindset—committed to exploring ideas deeply and synthesizing information into clear, impactful visual narratives
Proficient in communication, negotiation, flexibility, time and project management, attention to detail, leadership, and teamwork; experienced in collaborating with architects, project managers, and marketing teams
Nice to haves: Rhino, Revit or other visualization tools
Submittal Requirements: Cover Letter, Resume and Portfolio
Company
HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
G
Galen Meysenburg
CFO
J
Jeff Glover
Colorado Area Water Group Chief Engineer
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