Associate Designer

Dine Brands Global•Pasadena, CA

1d•$85,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Designer to join our Architecture & Design team. This role primarily supports the day-to-day administrative and operational needs of the A&D team, including document organization, material tracking, and coordination of project-related information. The candidate must have a genuine interest and appreciation of architecture and design. The Associate Designer will play a critical role in maintaining organized project documentation, supporting the upkeep of design resources, and assisting with executional tasks that enable A&D and cross-functional teams in delivering high-quality design solutions. While this position focuses on administrative and coordination responsibilities, it provides exposure to design processes, tools, and standards within a global brand. The ideal candidate is creative, organized, and eager to grow within a collaborative design environment. Over time, there will be opportunities to take on more design-focused responsibilities based on performance, team needs, and individual interest. This role contributes to Dine Brands success by supporting the development and execution of comprehensive global architectural solutions that deliver a successful, branded guest experience while meeting design, cost, schedule, and operational requirements.

Requirements

1-2 years in the Architectural Design field (Internship experience welcomed)
Basic understanding of architectural drawing sets, architectural materials, color theory, graphic design, branding features
Excellent organizational, time-management, communication and collaborative skills as a team player
Ability to manage multiple tasks and support a very fast paced environment
Strong personal accountability to self-perform, meet and exceed goals and track performance towards objectives
Ability to collaborate, and willingness to take on tasks both in-role and outside of formal accountabilities, when needed
Strong work ethic, adaptability, ability to multi-task and possess a positive can-do attitude to support both administrative and design-related assignments
Positive attitude and flexibility to attend virtual meetings across domestic and international time zones
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite
Bachelor’s degree or higher in either Architecture or Interior Design

Nice To Haves

Experience within the commercial, hospitality, F&B and restaurant concepts/industry preferred
Candidates interested in design-focused growth are encouraged to submit a portfolio to demonstrate design capability

Responsibilities

Support coordination of project-related materials and communications
Process vendor invoices and support tracking of A&D expenses
Track ad hoc initiatives related to A&D and create materials for roll outs
Ensure all requested support are delivered on time to a high, professional standard
Collaborate with internal teams, franchisees, consultants, and vendors
Ensure project files, templates, and deliverables are consistently organized, properly filed, and accessible to both internal and external cross-functional teams
Document design and specification changes and distribute updates to internal and external partners
Support regular updates and development of document templates, design guidelines, prototype drawing sets, specifications, and brand standards ready to publish both internally and externally
Organize, update, maintain the A&D material library, including finishes, fixtures, plans, mock ups, and other branded elements
Conduct audits to ensure materials are current and aligned with brand standards
Research, source, and compile alternatives for FF&E and architectural finishes
Track approved and backup material selections
Maintain and manage vendor relationships and requests, such as scheduling presentations, requesting samples, tracking feedback, and contact information