Experiential Graphic Designer
Denver, CO - USA
Job Summary
As an Experiential Graphic Designer at Cushing Terrell you will craft immersive and engaging visual experiences that seamlessly blend graphic design with physical spaces. Working within our integrated architecture and interior design teams you will take concepts from ideation through final execution collaborating closely with interior designers project managers architects and fabricators to deliver compelling environmental graphics and wayfinding systems across a variety of project types.
This role is ideal for a creative professional who thrives at the intersection of design and the built environment brings strong technical skills to every project and is energized by solving complex visual and spatial problems. You will manage multiple projects simultaneously communicate design concepts clearly to clients and internal teams and help elevate the quality and consistency of experiential design across Cushing Terrells portfolio.
This position can be based in our Denver Billings Austin Boise or Seattle office.
The expected salary range for this position is $65000 to $80000 annually.
- Bachelors degree or higher in Graphic Design a related field or equivalent experience
- 3 years of job-related experience in experiential or environmental graphic design
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign Illustrator and Photoshop
- Working knowledge of layout typography color theory and branding principles
- Experience with wayfinding design environmental graphics and signage systems
- Ability to produce detailed design documentation and specifications for fabrication and installation
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to accept and incorporate constructive feedback
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Ability to travel up to 20% per year
- Experience working within an architecture interior design or multidisciplinary design firm
- Knowledge of vendor and fabricator coordination processes
- Experience integrating visual messaging across digital and social media platforms
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- Conceptualize and design engaging environmental graphics for retail corporate healthcare and public environments
- Develop wayfinding strategies and systems that guide users effectively through complex built environments
- Collaborate with architects interior designers project managers and other stakeholders to integrate graphics seamlessly into projects
- Prepare and review final design files and documentation for team leaders vendors and fabricators prior to release
- Create detailed design specifications for production and installation and coordinate directly with fabricators and installers
- Conduct site visits and provide oversight during installation to ensure design intent is achieved
- Communicate design concepts through sketches renderings and presentations to clients and internal teams
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets and schedules
- Consult with supervisors or clients to evaluate project needs and obtain cost estimates from outside vendors
- Prepare cost estimates within quality specifications financial constraints and project schedules
- Ensure all designs adhere to branding guidelines and client requirements
- Perform proof and press checks; maintain image resource files and shared server
- Stay current on industry trends and technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into designs
- Provide mentorship to junior team members as directed
- Identify and refer potential client leads to management
- Other duties as assigned
Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.
At Cushing Terrell we empower creative designers to discover imaginative responsible first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that we support a strong cohesive team from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together we champion diversity equity inclusion and belonging placing people at the center of our practice thus our tagline design meets you. Together we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here the people we work for and the planet as a whole. We offer a competitive benefits package work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide: to Note *Actual pay will be determined based on the candidates years of experience licensure status location level of proficiency and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus. **Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas. ***The majority of the time a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend stretch twist and reach. Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or national origin or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process. Note to recruitment agencies: Cushing Terrell does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Cushing Terrell without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Cushing Terrell.
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