Experiential Graphic Designer II

Populous•Kansas City, KS

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

We design places where people love to be together. Populous is a global design firm that began with a singular focus: to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments. We’ve designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground-breaking live music venues. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We offer the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms. We are seeking an Experiential Graphic Designer II who brings strong visual and spatial design abilities, conceptual thinking, and growing mastery in developing branded environments. You understand how story moves through space and how graphics can shape the character of a place to contribute to high-quality design solutions across multiple projects. Our preferred candidate has 3-6 years of experience and is comfortable taking ownership of portions of projects, supporting narrative development, and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams.

Requirements

High proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat).
Solid understanding of spatial design, typography, color, and scale.
Ability to contribute to creative direction and propose design solutions.
Ability to interpret and work from architectural drawings.
Clear communication, visual storytelling, and presentation skills.
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to adapt to evolving project demands.
Highly self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Positive attitude, resourceful nature, and excellent problem-solving capabilities
3–6 years of experience in a graphic design or experiential studio environment.
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field.

Nice To Haves

Experience in branded environments or experiential projects.
Familiarity with 3D visualization tools is a plus (SketchUp, Blender, etc).

Responsibilities

Developing experiential graphic design concepts, visual systems, and narrative frameworks.
Translating brand strategy into compelling environmental expressions.
Preparing construction documents and project information sets from concept through fabrication.
Contributing to design insight during client work sessions and internal reviews.
Providing informal guidance to junior designers regarding process and quality.
Collaborating closely with cross-disciplinary teams.