Project Designer- Environmental Graphic Design

Overview

RIOS is an international design collective. We are actively in pursuit of wonder within the design of the built environment. We believe design is an act of optimism through which invention and ideas change the world. We practice interconnected design across architecture, placemaking, and landscape architecture to define design as a continuum.

We follow a process that begins with attunement, where program and context shape strong conceptual thinking to establish a holistically informed big idea through which we develop form, confirm function, and define experience as the basis on which to explore ecology, material, and tectonic expression. We are known for our bold solutions that are inclusive of the wider context and are ever mindful that an interdisciplinary approach to design brings about inclusive, resilient, and original solutions that ensure diversity and resilience.

We are seeking a highly creative, self-motivated Project Designer to join our Experience Design team located in the Boulder office. The candidate will lead and support all phases of a project, including programming, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and documentation. This is a three month contract, temp to hire position with the possibility of remote work.

Responsibilities

Lead and support all phases of a project, including programming, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and documentation.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in experiential graphic design, signage and wayfinding, or a related field

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Experience Design, Architecture, or a related field

Willingness to travel to project sites as needed

Must be available to work in person three days per week

Skills and Competencies

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)

Strong typography, layout, and visual storytelling skills

3D rendering skills in Rhino or similar software are a strong plus

Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings

Ability to produce design intent drawings, including fabrication methods and material specifications

Solid understanding of construction terminology and fabrication processes

Knowledge of ADA compliance and relevant building codes related to experiential graphic design, signage, and wayfinding

Experience with construction administration, including shop drawing reviews, punch walks, or other relevant tasks

Familiarity with SignAgent is a plus

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Capable of independently leading small to mid-sized projects while supporting complex, large-scale projects

Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams

Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills

Portfolio and Application

Please include a portfolio (PDF) or a link to your website with your application. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

Disclaimer : We have recently become aware of unauthorized individuals posing as RIOS representatives and circulating fraudulent interview invitations and job offers through Discord and other platforms. Please note, all official communications will come from our verified LinkedIn page or an @rios.com email address domain. If you've received suspicious communications or have questions about joining our collaborative studio, please contact

hr@rios.com .

Salary

$80,000- $110,000 per year D.O.E.

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