Entry Level Graphic Designer

HLGstudio; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

401k with matching funds

Flexible Spending Account

Health Insurance Benefits including (視

Job summary

studioRIFF, the experiential design studio of HLGstudio in Atlanta, seeks an entry-level Graphic Designer to support environmental graphics and branding projects. You’ll collaborate with senior designers on corporate, workplace, healthcare, and hospitality spaces to create impactful environments.

Ideal for recent grads or early-career designers who want hands-on experience applying graphic design to the built environment. Strong typography, layout, and Proficient Adobe skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field (or equivalent portfolio).
• Strong typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy foundations.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; After Effects a plus.
• Portfolio showing clean, thoughtful design work from studies or internships.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental graphic design packages including wayfinding systems and wall graphics.
• Assist with brand identity applications for spaces (color, typography, pattern).
• Prepare presentation materials, concept boards, and client deliverables.
• Produce production-ready artwork and coordinate with fabricators under supervision.
• Maintain organized project files and participate in critiques and meetings.
• Conduct visual research and help build mood boards and reference libraries.

Skills

Typography

Layout

Color theory

Visual hierarchy

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

After Effects

Job description

studioRIFF is the experiential design studio of HLGstudio, an Atlanta- and Nashville-based interior architecture and design firm. We specialize in environmental graphics, wayfinding, placemaking, art curation, signage, interactive features, branding & identity, and connecting brand stories to physical spaces. Working in close partnership with HLGstudio’s interior design practice, we help clients create memorable, purposeful environments that reflect their culture and support how people actually use space.

Role Overview

We are seeking an entry-level Graphic Designer to support the studioRIFF team on environmental graphics, branding, and experiential design projects. This is a hands-on role ideal for a recent graduate or early-career designer who wants to develop strong skills in applying graphic design to the built environment. You will work alongside senior designers and interior architects on a mix of corporate, workplace, healthcare, and hospitality projects.

Responsibilities for the Graphic Designer include:

• Support the creation of environmental graphic design packages, including wayfinding systems, wall graphics, dimensional signage concepts, and branded environmental elements
• Assist with brand identity applications for physical spaces (color, typography, pattern, iconography)
• Prepare presentation materials, concept boards, and client deliverables
• Produce production-ready artwork and coordinate with fabricators/vendors under senior designer guidance
• Maintain organized project files and contribute to studio standards and templates
• Participate in design critiques, client presentations (as appropriate), and internal coordination meetings with the broader HLGstudio team
• Conduct visual research and help build project mood boards and reference libraries

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a closely related field (or equivalent portfolio experience)
• Strong foundational skills in typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop required; After Effects a plus)
• Portfolio demonstrating clean, thoughtful design work (student, internship, or freelance work accepted)
• Ability to take direction, iterate quickly, and work collaboratively in a studio environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Genuine interest in environmental graphics, experiential design, or branding in the built environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or project experience related to environmental graphics, wayfinding, or spatial branding
• Familiarity with 3D software (SketchUp, Rhino, or similar) or basic understanding of architectural drawings
• Experience preparing files for large-format production or working with fabricators
• Interest in workplace, healthcare, or hospitality environments

Benefits for open positions include the following:

• Competitive Compensation
• 401k with matching funds
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance Benefits including Vision and Dental

HLGstudio is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

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