Senior Experiential Designer

MA Design•Columbus, OH

About The Position

At MA Design, the Senior Experiential Designer manages multiple projects from beginning to completion, including the staff assigned to project teams. The role creates original experiential graphic design concepts that convey a client’s brand and culture and provides other graphic design expertise as needed. The designer collaborates with experiential, graphic, interior, and architectural designers to create visual concepts and transform client brands into creative three-dimensional experiences. The position leads projects through their full lifecycle, managing schedules, budgets, scope, production activities, staffing, and client relationships. It also involves interpreting architectural drawings, developing graphics for interior and exterior spaces, preparing visualizations and mockups, and supporting business development and marketing efforts. The role supervises and mentors junior staff, and may complete performance appraisals for assigned staff. MA Design describes its workplace as collaborative and inclusive, with opportunities for learning, mentorship, career development, and advancement. The company emphasizes creativity, innovation, community impact, and a set of stated core values.

Requirements

Associate, bachelor’s, and/or master’s degree in graphic design or an equivalent field.
At least 8 years of professional graphic design experience.
Knowledge of graphic design fundamentals, materials, and assembly and installation techniques.
Expertise in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Strong typography and composition design skills.
Knowledge of printing and signage procedures and requirements.
Verbal and written communication, editing, and proofreading skills.
Strong understanding of MA Design’s business, culture, and clients to convey a consistent tone and style.
Ability to develop and present fresh, creative visual concepts.
High attention to detail and accuracy while meeting time and budget constraints.
Excellent leadership, problem-solving, communication, and client relationship skills.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years in a project lead position.

Responsibilities

Manage all phases of projects and lead project teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and scopes of work; act as the primary client liaison.
Collaborate with experiential, graphic, interior, and architectural designers to develop original concepts that communicate brand and culture, including three-dimensional experiences.
Interpret architectural drawings to identify interior and exterior experiential graphic opportunities and develop graphic concepts.
Create original graphics within company standards for interior and exterior surfaces to support or enhance wayfinding and visual information.
Create photo visualizations and mockups of proposed graphics using Adobe software and/or hand methods.
Schedule production activities and staffing in line with available project hours.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws; complete performance appraisals for junior staff when assigned.
Support client and project retention through marketing research, strategic communications, and strategic planning.
Mentor junior staff.
Assist the marketing department with presentation layouts, templates, and other graphic design needs.
Prepare proposals and contracts, adhere to internal project budgets, and work with Accounting to complete monthly billings.
Manage consultants and lead projects from concept through implementation.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Reimbursement Arrangement.
Health Savings Account and Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account options.
Basic life insurance coverage provided by MA.
Options for additional life insurance, disability, critical illness, and accident coverage.
Leadership opportunities.
Paid time off bank combining sick, vacation, and personal time.
Seven paid holidays, two half-day paid holidays, and two floating paid holidays.
401(k) profit sharing plan and retirement savings advising.
Certification and licensure assistance.
Ongoing career development and advancement opportunities.
Mentorship program.
Flexible schedule.
Opportunities for community engagement with CSR partners.
Casual atmosphere with a supportive and collaborative team.