Designer I: Visualize, Draft & Learn in Hybrid Studio

Rios-Inc; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

401k matching

PTO package

Reduced summer work hours

Job summary

RIOS is seeking an entry-level Designer I to support project teams in design exploration, visualization, documentation, and technical development. The role emphasizes foundational skills in BIM workflows, sustainability, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The candidate will participate in design processes, prepare graphics and presentations, and contribute to team discussions across architecture, placemaking, landscape, and experience design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent professional experience.
• 0-3 years of professional experience in architecture.
• Familiarity with software such as Revit, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
• Working knowledge of BIM workflows preferred; experience with Lumion, Grasshopper, Dynamo, SignAgent or similar tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design process through ideation, modeling, drafting, visualization, and technical production across project phases.
• Assist in the preparation of graphics, diagrams, renderings, presentations, and early technical documentation aligned with project goals and design intent.
• Communicate design concepts and thinking through visual, written, and verbal presentations.
• Contribute innovative ideas and proactively engage in project tasks and team discussions.
• Participate in research, precedent studies, sustainability investigations, and early technical explorations.
• Support project teams in maintaining organized project files, documentation, and collaboration platforms.
• Support project teams through digital modeling, visualization, documentation, and presentation development.

Skills

Design sensibility

Graphic visualization

Time management

Team collaboration

Sustainability awareness

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Adobe Creative Suite

Lumion

Grasshopper

Dynamo

SignAgent

Job description

RIOS is seeking an entry-level Designer I to support project teams in design exploration, visualization, documentation, and technical development. The role emphasizes foundational skills in BIM workflows, sustainability, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The candidate will participate in design processes, prepare graphics and presentations, and contribute to team discussions across architecture, placemaking, landscape, and experience design.