Design Observer is hiring: Experiential Graphic Designer - IA in San Diego

About the Role

Our multi-faceted experiential design team is seeking thoughtful and innovative minds, skilled in visual communication, imaginative storytelling, and creative problem‑solving to join us as we leverage the power of design to bridge the gap between individual, brand, and the built environment to create inspiring experiences for our clients. You will address our client’s largest challenges and transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.

To learn more about our Experiential Graphic Design team, visit their page on our website: Experiential Graphic Design team.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Involvement in all phases of the design process from conceptual development through artwork production.
• Participate in recommendations for concept, design, art direction, and production for a variety of two‑ and three‑dimensional graphics, signage, and exhibits.
• Under direct supervision and partnership with the environmental graphics team, design a variety of two‑ and three‑dimensional graphics, maps, print layouts for exhibits and signage.
• With guidance, work with selected clients and participate in the interpretation and translation of their expressed needs and ideas into concepts.
• Prepare photo visualizations and mockups of proposed signage for placement, content, and/or usage.
• Prepare camera‑ready artwork for fabrication.
• Work with vendors/fabricators.

Here’s What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Architecture, or a related design discipline by hire date.
• Strong background in typography and previous related student internship experience highly valued.
• Must demonstrate skill and interest in three‑dimensional design, wayfinding, exhibition design, and environments.
• Proficiency on Macintosh in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign required; skills in AutoCAD and SketchUp are a plus.
• Strong design orientation, communication skills, ability to collaborate well, and attention to detail are essential.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position in the San Diego, CA office is $24.99 to $31.26 per hour. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a flexible spending account, voluntary insurances, paid time off, flex‑time schedules, remote work options, a 401(k) plan, and various employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers benefits page. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Online Audio and Video Media