Populous Inc
Graphic Designer I - Signage & Wayfinding - 2026 Graduate
Populous Inc, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
GRAPHIC DESIGNER I - SIGNAGE & WAYFINDING - 2026 GRADUATE
Location: Kansas City, MO
I nterviews will begin on a rolling basis starting in January. Applications will close when positions are filled up or March 13th, whichever occurs first. Please visit poplulous.com/join to learn more about our Americas New Grad Program, our process and FAQ.
Who We Are:
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.
What We Offer:
Professional & Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + Paid Licensure & Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.
Who We Are Looking For:
The preferred candidate will have an interest in working in a dynamic and collaborative global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types; including the design of sports venues, convention centers, community buildings and transportation facilities.
We are seeking May 2026 graduates who would be interested in joining Populous. We are seeking students that are passionate about pushing the threshold of design and can work in the Kansas City office with our Brand Activation team.
What Your Day Could Consist Of: Create impactful signage and wayfinding design systems for high profile national and international client brands that include the corporate, entertainment, hospitality, collegiate and sports markets. Conceptualize and design signage systems that celebrate typography, brand, and 3D forma to clearly communicate information and make navigation easy. Through close collaboration with clients, discover opportunities to amplify the character of a place, conveying the brand's identity in imaginative and compelling ways within venues and facilities. Collaborate with graphic designers, wayfinding planners, detailers, interior designers and architects. Manage construction documents and large bodies of information for projects form concept through fabrication and install. Research, design, and implementation of user centered wayfinding systems for complex places that make navigation easy. Requirements For Success:
Exceptional branding and experiential graphic design sensibilities. Demonstrates the ability to push innovation, solve problems creatively and engage in a dynamic collaborative design environment. Detail oriented, learns quickly and adapts to new responsibilities. Understands how to read architectural plans, elevations and details. Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and staying on schedule. Desire to work collaboratively with architects, interior designers, and planners. We believe that successful place-making demands and integrated analysis across many disciplines. Strong work ethic, with demonstrated efficiency, flexibility and a positive spirit. Strong communication and presentation abilities. High level of proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat), and MS Office required. Focused on the future and bringing to life amazing projects within a dynamic company culture. Essential Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in graphic design preferred. Additional Details:
Travel may be required Overtime may be necessary
Populous offers a competitive salary and bonus packages. We strive to offer our staff the best benefits package in the industry, at the lowest cost to employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, FSA/HSA, paid time off and continuing education benefits. Populous is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
No. 1 Most Innovative Company in Architecture by Fast Company
No. 1 Firm in Cultural on Interior Design magazine's Top 100 Giants
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C
Find us here: populous.com/join
Instagram: @WeArePopulous
X: @Populous
Location: Kansas City, MO
I nterviews will begin on a rolling basis starting in January. Applications will close when positions are filled up or March 13th, whichever occurs first. Please visit poplulous.com/join to learn more about our Americas New Grad Program, our process and FAQ.
Who We Are:
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.
What We Offer:
Professional & Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + Paid Licensure & Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.
Who We Are Looking For:
The preferred candidate will have an interest in working in a dynamic and collaborative global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types; including the design of sports venues, convention centers, community buildings and transportation facilities.
We are seeking May 2026 graduates who would be interested in joining Populous. We are seeking students that are passionate about pushing the threshold of design and can work in the Kansas City office with our Brand Activation team.
What Your Day Could Consist Of: Create impactful signage and wayfinding design systems for high profile national and international client brands that include the corporate, entertainment, hospitality, collegiate and sports markets. Conceptualize and design signage systems that celebrate typography, brand, and 3D forma to clearly communicate information and make navigation easy. Through close collaboration with clients, discover opportunities to amplify the character of a place, conveying the brand's identity in imaginative and compelling ways within venues and facilities. Collaborate with graphic designers, wayfinding planners, detailers, interior designers and architects. Manage construction documents and large bodies of information for projects form concept through fabrication and install. Research, design, and implementation of user centered wayfinding systems for complex places that make navigation easy. Requirements For Success:
Exceptional branding and experiential graphic design sensibilities. Demonstrates the ability to push innovation, solve problems creatively and engage in a dynamic collaborative design environment. Detail oriented, learns quickly and adapts to new responsibilities. Understands how to read architectural plans, elevations and details. Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and staying on schedule. Desire to work collaboratively with architects, interior designers, and planners. We believe that successful place-making demands and integrated analysis across many disciplines. Strong work ethic, with demonstrated efficiency, flexibility and a positive spirit. Strong communication and presentation abilities. High level of proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat), and MS Office required. Focused on the future and bringing to life amazing projects within a dynamic company culture. Essential Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in graphic design preferred. Additional Details:
Travel may be required Overtime may be necessary
Populous offers a competitive salary and bonus packages. We strive to offer our staff the best benefits package in the industry, at the lowest cost to employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, FSA/HSA, paid time off and continuing education benefits. Populous is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
No. 1 Most Innovative Company in Architecture by Fast Company
No. 1 Firm in Cultural on Interior Design magazine's Top 100 Giants
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C
Find us here: populous.com/join
Instagram: @WeArePopulous
X: @Populous