Populous is hiring: Experiential Graphic Designer II in Kansas City

Position
Experiential Graphic Designer II

Location
Kansas City, MO

Job ID
3034

# of Openings
1

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 groundbreaking live music venues.

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.

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.

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).

Travel may be required.

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.

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