Populous is hiring: Experiential Graphic Designer II in Kansas City

Location: Kansas City 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 On-Site Gym (Dallas/KC) Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams Wedding Pay Charitable Match Program Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits Who We Are Looking For We are seeking an Experiential Graphic Designer II who brings strong visual and spatial design abilities, conceptual thinking, and growing mastery in developing branded environments. You understand how story moves through space and how graphics can shape the character of a place to contribute to high-quality design solutions across multiple projects. Our preferred candidate has 3-6 years of experience and is comfortable taking ownership of portions of projects, supporting narrative development, and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams. What Your Day Could Consist Of Developing experiential graphic design concepts, visual systems, and narrative frameworks. Translating brand strategy into compelling environmental expressions. Preparing construction documents and project information sets from concept through fabrication. Contributing to design insight during client work sessions and internal reviews. Providing informal guidance to junior designers regarding process and quality. Collaborating closely with cross-disciplinary teams. Requirements For Success High proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat). Solid understanding of spatial design, typography, color, and scale. Ability to contribute to creative direction and propose design solutions. Ability to interpret and work from architectural drawings. Clear communication, visual storytelling, and presentation skills. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to adapt to evolving project demands. Highly self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Positive attitude, resourceful nature, and excellent problem-solving capabilities. Essential Qualifications Required 3–6 years of experience in a graphic design or experiential studio environment. Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field. Preferred Experience in branded environments or experiential projects. Familiarity with 3D visualization tools is a plus (SketchUp, Blender, etc). Additional Details Travel may be required. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr