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Architectural Staff Level I (Non-Licensed)

Archinect, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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Architectural Staff Level I (Non‑Licensed) ORA (Oonagh Ryan Architects Inc.)

– Los Angeles, CA, US

Posted on Tue, Dec 30 '25 • Salary: $70,000 – $80,000 annually.

Who We Are ORA is an award‑winning architecture and design studio based in the heart of downtown Los Angeles’ Arts District. We work across residential, commercial, hospitality, and institutional sectors, building a diverse portfolio defined by design excellence. Our dedication has earned us numerous accolades, including the AIA|LA Presidential Honoree for Emerging Practice in 2021.

Our Culture

Work Together: We build relationships by listening to others and considering how communities will benefit.

Make a Difference: We create original, authentic, and relevant work that is built smartly to better influence our future.

Go Beyond: We stay curious by researching, exploring, and challenging convention to expand what’s possible.

Have Fun: We bring light to spaces and joy to our work, always remembering why we love design.

Role & Responsibilities

Collaborate on diverse project typologies, including custom single‑family residential, commercial, and hospitality work.

Self‑manage projects through all phases, from initial design through documentation and construction.

Produce high‑quality digital drafting, modeling, and visualizations.

Coordinate with consultants, research products, and develop design details.

Navigate zoning codes and manage the permitting process.

What You Bring

A professional architectural degree.

3–5 years of well‑rounded professional architectural experience.

Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp (required).

Experience completing every phase of residential, commercial, or hospitality projects.

Strong knowledge of zoning, codes, and permitting.

Bonus: Experience with custom single‑family residential design and construction.

What We Offer We offer competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision & dental insurance; 401K with salary match; performance bonus; professional licensure exam reimbursement; paid personal days off & holidays; and flexible workdays to support a healthy work‑life balance in a creative studio environment.

To apply, please email

careers@ora.la

with a cover letter, resume, and work samples in a single PDF not to exceed 5 MB. Subject line: "ORA Architectural Staff level I (non‑licensed)".

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