Senior Information Designer (Wayfinding)
About The Role:
Our client, an international multi-disciplinary design consultancy who specialize in wayfinding, planning and spatial experience, is looking for a dynamic and versatile Senior Information Designer to join their team in their San Francisco Bay office.
Reporting to the Design Director, you will play a vital role in the successful execution of environmental graphic design and wayfinding projects, collaborating with fellow designers and planners across North America. Initially focusing on a large-scale transit project in the Bay area, you’ll have the chance to engage in high-quality international projects across multiple sectors. Our client welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds, including brand and identity design, but a strong interest in the technical aspects of wayfinding is essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company with an exciting pipeline of projects on the horizon. Offering hybrid work arrangements, comprehensive healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and a host of other exceptional benefits, this is an opportunity not to miss!
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead projects across stages, managing scope and deliverables independently
- Develop wayfinding and environmental graphics concepts, including sign elevations, message schedules, and construction packages
- Prepare, issue, and present design documentation to clients
- Support wayfinding planning, coordinating with signage vendors and reviewing shop drawings
- Conduct site assessments and engage with subcontractors and suppliers
- Lead design workshops
- Collaborate with project managers to oversee scope, costs, and schedule adjustments
- Present project updates to clients and stakeholders
- Travel as needed for project needs
Key Skills/Requirements:
- Previous experience in Experiential/Environmental /Exhibition Graphic Design or a similar field
- Strong portfolio displaying your graphic, typographic, and design skills on projects internationally
- Skilled in articulating design choices and collaborating on concepts
- Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (for map/diagram design)
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Experience in wayfinding signage design and drafting specs
- Familiar with non-visual communication elements
- Knowledge of GIS, 3D CAD, and UX/UI tools
- Understanding of ADA, MUTCD and signage regulations
- Experience working with fabricators
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Creative Support Ref: 002191 Permanent circa $100K (DOE) San Francisco
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Kamen Reilly
kamen@thecrowdcreative.com
+44(0)203 478 1710