Senior Experiential Graphic Designer
About The Position
Little, recognized as one of the top five “Healthiest Places to Work” by Charlotte Business Journal, is seeking a Senior Experiential Graphic Designer for our Brand Experience Studio (BXP) in our Charlotte, NC office. When it comes to great design, beauty and function are important. But, when you join Little, you become part of a national team that digs deep to uncover design opportunities and craft solutions that go well beyond that. You’ll elevate client performance in meaningful ways and you’ll improve our world by thoughtfully implementing sustainable and regenerative design practices. You’ll create places that allow our communities to thrive. Ultimately, you will create a better future for us all. As a Senior Experiential Graphic Designer, you will collaborate with a BXP Design Principal / Art Directors and transdisciplinary teams to lead the design and implementation of branded communications, user experiences, and wayfinding solutions for national and international clients.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in the field and/or a bachelor’s degree in a design-related discipline
- Proven ability to lead projects from ideation through completion
- Strong skills in ideation, conceptualizing, and translating strategy into built experience
- Strong skills in typography, composition, layout, and information design
- Ability to both lead independently and collaborate effectively across disciplines
- Experience presenting to clients and clearly articulating design decisions
- Strong knowledge of sign and environmental graphics production materials and methods
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Strong experience in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop specifically)
Nice To Haves
- Experience mentoring or guiding junior designers
- Print, logo, packaging, and/or product design
- Illustration and/or calligraphy skills
- Web and/or interactive design
- Knowledge of SketchUp, CAD Tools, SignAgent, Revit, and/or 3D modeling software
Responsibilities
- Lead the design process for small to medium scale experiential graphic and wayfinding projects from concept through implementation
- Translate art direction into multiple compelling design solutions that align with client brand, user experience, and project goals
- Establish clear design intent and ensure consistency and quality across all phases of work
- Lead and present design concepts to clients with minimal oversight
- Actively participate in and help lead client meetings, presentations, and conference calls
- Manage project scope and execute work within budgeted timeframes and design expectations
- Coordinate with project managers and operations to meet project performance goals
- Source and coordinate directly with vendors, contractors, and trade partners for pricing, fabrication, and installation
- Provide direction and mentorship to junior designers on project work
- Actively collaborate with peers across disciplines to develop holistic design solutions
- Promote a positive and accountable team environment
- Stay current on design, communication, and industry trends
- Participate in firm initiatives outside of client work that strengthen cross-disciplinary relationships
Benefits
- LEED and WELL Certified workspaces
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
