Experiential Graphic Designer

DLR Group seeks an Experiential Graphic Designer to bring environments to life through creative, immersive design, supporting project management and business development efforts.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative, strategic design solutions for experiential graphics, wayfinding, signage, branded environments, exhibits, and placemaking
• Lead and support the design process from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with client goals, timelines, and fabrication budgets
• Conduct user research and wayfinding analysis to inform planning and design decisions
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, and client communication to meet quality, scope, and profitability targets
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, and vendors to execute complex, multi-phase projects
• Contribute to business development efforts, including RFP responses, proposal development, and interviews
• Serve as the client lead on selected projects, delivering outstanding design outcomes on time and within budget

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Experiential Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field
• 5–10 years of relevant professional experience in experiential graphic design, wayfinding, signage systems, branded environments, or related fields
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Microsoft Office, and other industry tools (familiarity with SignAgent is a plus)
• Strong knowledge of design principles and production techniques for graphics and signage, building materials and construction methods relevant to signage and environmental graphics, business development processes, marketing strategy, and client engagement, media and communication strategies for visual storytelling

Key Skills

• Design principles and production techniques for graphics and signage
• Building materials and construction methods relevant to signage and environmental graphics
• Business development processes, marketing strategy, and client engagement
• Media and communication strategies for visual storytelling
• Experience managing complex design projects from concept through fabrication
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and creative ideation skills
• Exceptional time management, organizational, and communication abilities
• A track record of contributing to award-winning work
• Ability to travel for client meetings and site visits as needed

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off
• 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities