Junior Graphic Designer

Forms and Surfaces • Carpinteria, CA

74d • Hybrid

About The Position

Forms+Surfaces is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer to join our Brand + Creative team. This full-time, hybrid position is ideal for a motivated designer looking to deepen their craft and design thinking in a collaborative, design-driven environment. Forms+Surfaces is a design-led manufacturer that partners with architects, designers, and builders to create products for the world's most dynamic public spaces-from airports and corporate campuses to city streets and commercial buildings. Our work reflects a deep commitment to design integrity, craftsmanship, and sustainability. You'll join a collaborative team of creatives who care about their craft and each other-an environment where ideas are valued, growth is encouraged, and you can help shape a globally respected brand.

Requirements

• A portfolio that demonstrates conceptual thinking and visual consistency across print, digital, and motion work
• Solid grasp of layout, composition, grid systems, typographic principles, and UX/UI fundamentals
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects) and Figma
• Experience creating and refining interface layouts and prototypes that balance brand and usability
• Strong 2D motion design skills; 3D motion design experience is a plus
• A collaborative and proactive mindset, openness to feedback, and eagerness to grow
• BA or BFA in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain branded layouts for print and digital communications - including emailers, web assets, brochures, and internal templates
• Apply a strong understanding of layout, typography, and visual hierarchy to ensure clarity and consistency across all deliverables
• Support design requests from other departments, maintaining a unified visual identity across touchpoints
• Assist in the design and development of web pages, digital interfaces, and component-based systems in Figma
• Apply UX/UI principles to create layouts and prototypes that balance aesthetics with usability
• Develop 2D motion graphics to enhance storytelling across web, social, and presentation platforms
• Contribute to the conceptual development of campaigns and brand initiatives, translating ideas into cohesive visual narratives

Benefits

• 401k
• 401k matching
• Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Program
• Retirement Plan
• Vision Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees