Intermediate Experiential Designer

Impec Group focuses on enhancing the human experience within the workspace, encompassing collective well-being, safety, and health. Our mission is to facilitate success within the workplace industry through Innovation, Integration, and Integrity, helping individuals thrive. We aspire to think bigger, bolder, and delve deeper into built-environment solutions.

The Intermediate Experiential Designer role is a mid-level position at GNU Group. As a, Intermediate Experiential Designer focused on signage, wayfinding, and environmental branding, you will be responsible for developing and executing designs for built environments, including retail, hospitality, healthcare, education, and corporate environments. You will work with a cross-functional team to create cohesive and memorable visual identities that integrate brand messaging, wayfinding, and environmental graphics.

You will collaborate withsenior designers and principals on all aspects of the design process from user research, through strategy and concept, to detailed design and implementation, and may be responsible for leading certain aspects of a project.

Major Responsibilities:

Lead the development of visual designs for signage, wayfinding, and environmental branding projects that meet the project goals and requirements.

Collaborate with the design team, project managers, and clients to ensure that the designs are consistent with the project vision and brand guidelines. Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on other team members' designs.

Work on the creation, design and production of integrated branding programs within built environments. Coordinate with the PM and Design Team to understand client needs and desires, and help to implement strategic design solutions.

·Help to create design concept and design intent packages that include specifications, materials, and locations for signage, wayfinding and branding elements.

Act as Lead Designer on small to mid-sized projects

Train junior design professionals on GNU systems and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field.
• 3-5 years active experience in wayfinding, environmental branding, and architectural signage.
• Strong design skills and knowledge of design principles, including color theory, typography, layout, and composition.
• Proficiency in design software including Adobe Creative Suite, Sign Agent Pro, and SketchUp.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead and guide a design team and communicate effectively with clients.
• Solid foundation in understanding of materials usage, scale, lighting and construction of environmental graphics.
• Solid foundation in understanding of ADA and other accessibility and fire safety codes.
• Keys to Success: Design Expertise: Deep understanding of design principles, including typography, color theory, layout, and composition. Strong design skills and be able to create compelling visual designs that integrate branding, user experience, and wayfinding.
• Technical Skills: Good understanding of design software, including Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp, and able to use them effectively. Knowledge of industry-standard design practices and tools.
• Collaboration: Excellent collaboration skills and able to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment. Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, listen to feedback, and be open to new ideas.
• Time Management: Strong time management skills and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently to meet project goals and timelines.
• Learning Agility: Should have a growth mindset and be willing to learn and improve their skills continuously. Open to feedback and be willing to take on new challenges to develop their skills and expand their expertise.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and able to ensure the quality and accuracy of their designs. Able to review and check their work thoroughly to ensure that the final design meets the project's requirements and goals.
• Performance Expectations: § 75-85% billable
• Reporting: This position will report directly to the Director of Design.
• Career Path: Depending upon individual growth, career interests and company needs, the position could be eligible for promotion to a Senior Designer position after two (2) years of successfully meeting the current position objectives.