Junior Wayfinding Designer

Populous; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in Greater London is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer to join their Wayfinding team. This fast-paced position involves producing design sketches, contributing creative ideas, and collaborating in team workshops. Ideal candidates should possess originality, a collaborative spirit, and familiarity with After Effects or Premiere Pro. The role offers opportunities for professional development and participation in social events, all within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Gym membership discounts

Opportunity to attend events at Populous-designed venues

Qualifications

• Driven by originality, with a talent for inventing fresh ideas.
• A people person – open minded and supportive.
• Eager to learn and work across various projects.

Responsibilities

• Produce and present early sketches and storyboards.
• Bring fresh ideas and perspectives through research.
• Contribute to enhancing the graphic design output.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and internal workshops.
• Present design explorations in team workshops.

Skills

Creativity

Collaboration

Research

Tools

After Effects

Premiere Pro

Job description

We design the places where people love to be together — and we can’t do it without you.

Populous is all about people – it’s in our name. Attracting and retaining talented people who are passionate about their work is what makes us thrive. As a global firm, we have established roots in cities across the world, uncovering the very best local talent. The diversity of our team is our greatest strength and one of the most powerful sources of our creativity. We believe in supporting each other, coming together as a team to make sure everyone is fulfilled professionally, creatively, and personally.

Why Work With Us

Culture

Populous is built around the core values of integrity, entrepreneurial creativity, excellence and enjoyment. There are many milestones and celebrations along the way — yours and ours — and we share in these special moments together. We also reach beyond our offices to help make our local communities stronger, from engaging with university students and taking part in urban clean‑up projects, to partnering with sports charities and promoting sustainable design.

Understanding people is what Populous is all about — and that begins with the people in our team. That’s why we have designed a comprehensive benefits program to support your employee experience at Populous and your life outside of work, including flexible work environments. From CrossFit in London, to the Noosa Triathlon in Australia to mental health check‑ins in the Americas, we have all kinds of initiatives to help you keep mind and body in top condition.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Belonging

With more than 1,600 colleagues in 33 offices spanning four continents, we value the incredible range of talents, beliefs, experiences and perspectives of every person that makes up our team. You bring your authentic self and we’ll set the stage for you to succeed.

Professional Development

Populous is a team of people that are emotionally connected to their work. We wouldn’t have it any other way. From mentor programs and cross‑disciplinary design charettes to global conferences, you will have a wealth of opportunities to innovate and learn, shaping your career to meet your personal goals.

Our commitment to innovative design has earned us the top spot in architecture on Fast Company’s list of the world’s 50 most innovative companies.

"We are a team of fans, dreamers, thinkers and doers. We come together to amplify the magic of fandom and break barriers for the future of sports and entertainment."

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Tapping the Power of a Global Knowledge Network

For more than 40 years Populous has had a singular focus – to draw people together around the things that they love, to be the leading design firm that specialises in places, spaces and events where people gather. Our success is defined by designing projects that are seen as the benchmark. We are committed to future innovation, anticipating and shaping the future of our industries.

Our team is made up of highly talented people with a range of skills, all integral to successfully bringing to life the places and experiences we design. As our company has grown, our expertise has expanded to encompass a wide variety of disciplines – including architecture, audiovisual consultancy, brand activation, design & build, events, food & beverage strategy, interior design, landscape architecture, urban design and wayfinding.

As we continue to bring to life award‑winning venues and experiences our EMEA Practice is looking for a Junior Graphic Designer based in our Shoreditch studio.

About the Role

This role sits within our Wayfinding team. The position is varied and fast‑paced; from ideating big ideas to finessing the finer details across pictograms, typeface and graphic design layout.

Key responsibilities include:

• Produce and present early sketches and storyboards, through to final concept designs and development of those designs.
• Bring fresh ideas and perspectives to the team through research, knowledge and expertise
• Contribute to pushing creative boundaries to enhance the graphic design output of the team
• Participate in brainstorming sessions, design sprints, internal workshops to bring a graphic design perspective to design discussions
• Presenting design exploration and idea generation internally in team workshops

Key requirements include:

• Driven by originality, with a talent for inventing fresh ideas
• A people person – open minded and someone who will bring your perspective, personality and culture to our team
• Eager to learn and support across a variety of projects
• After Effects and/or Premiere Pro experience is advantageous

About the Studio

Our Worship St studio is located just a short walk from Shoreditch High St Station, surrounded by well‑known bars and restaurants and with excellent travel connections. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive and competitive benefits programme, as well as the opportunity to attend events at several Populous‑designed venues.

Why Join the Team?

• Work alongside passionate, creative individuals who lead their industry, transform ideas into reality and celebrate the beauty of human connection
• Enjoy various benefits, such as hybrid working and gym membership discounts
• Enjoy the opportunity to attend events at Populous‑designed venues
• Connect and learn at regular social and knowledge sharing events including an annual conference and a weekend abroad Christmas party

How to Apply

Populous is an equal opportunity employer. If you’re ready to utilise your skills to support our growing practice, click “Apply” to begin the application process. In your application, please include your CV and a one‑page letter of motivation (cover letter), salary expectations, and availability