Environmental Graphic Designer

Society for Experiential Graphic Design; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

401K with employer match

Annual bonus program

Job summary

Century Sign Builders is seeking an experienced Environmental Graphic Designer to join our team. You will craft signage and environmental graphics from concept through production, ensuring three-dimensional feasibility and alignment with project goals.

You’ll collaborate with contractors, architects, and fabricators, applying strong typography, color theory, and material knowledge to deliver scalable, context-aware designs. A fast-paced studio context awaits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multiple concurrent design projects from concept through production.
• Strong spatial awareness and ability to think three-dimensionally.
• Expertise in typography, color, and material usage across architectural signage and environmental applications.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and visual.
• A collaborative spirit with a flexible, proactive approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced studio environment and adapt to shifting project needs.
• A curious, open-minded designer who enjoys learning and contributing to a team

Responsibilities

• Design with solutions in mind—balancing aesthetics, client goals, and budget constraints.
• Develop and present creative concepts that comply with ADA and relevant code requirements.
• Think dimensionally—designing signage and graphics that work at scale and in context.
• Collaborate with general contractors, architects, fabricators, and internal team members to see projects through from concept to installation.
• Conduct site-specific research and develop strategic design approaches that align with project objectives.
• Contribute insights into structural, spatial, and planning considerations.
• Maintain strong client and vendor relationships through responsive communication and follow-through.
• Present designs internally and externally with clarity and professionalism

Skills

Spatial awareness

3D thinking

Typography

Color theory

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Environmental Graphic Designer – Experienced

Join one of the Southwest’s leading firms in environmental and experiential graphic design, where creativity meets fabrication and installation expertise. At Century Sign Builders, we are a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about shaping environments that leave lasting impressions. Our projects span airports, hospitals, courthouses, educational campuses, hospitality, and office buildings—spaces that demand smart, scalable, and meaningful design.

We are growing and there is opportunity to be recognized for your talent and a great career path to grow. The experienced Environmental Graphic Designer we are seeking is someone who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment and loves bringing ideas to life in three dimensions. The ideal candidate understands how things are built, consistently designs with scale in mind, and is excited by the opportunity to turn concepts into fabricated realities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design with solutions in mind—balancing aesthetics, client goals, and budget constraints.
• Develop and present creative concepts that comply with ADA and relevant code requirements.
• Think dimensionally—designing signage and graphics that work at scale and in context.
• Collaborate with general contractors, architects, fabricators, and internal team members to see projects through from concept to installation.
• Conduct site-specific research and develop strategic design approaches that align with project objectives.
• Contribute insights into structural, spatial, and planning considerations.
• Maintain strong client and vendor relationships through responsive communication and follow-through.
• Present designs internally and externally with clarity and professionalism.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience managing multiple concurrent design projects from concept through production.
• Strong spatial awareness and ability to think three-dimensionally.
• Expertise in typography, color, and material usage across architectural signage and environmental applications.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and visual.
• A collaborative spirit with a flexible, proactive approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced studio environment and adapt to shifting project needs.
• A curious, open-minded designer who enjoys learning and contributing to a team

What We Offer

At Century Sign Builders, we genuinely love what we do — and it shows in how we work together and the relationships we build. Our culture is collaborative, joyful, and supportive. We value lasting connections, both with our team and with the clients we serve.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)

We have found that an in-office workday provides the necessary team support to thrive in this role. On the rare occasion that an EGD needs to work from home, CSB provides the equipment and software to make the work from home as productive as possible.

Relocation assistance available (Albuquerque boasts 310 days of sunshine a year!)

Comprehensive benefits including health and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, sick leave, 401K with 100% employer match, and an annual bonus program

To learn more about what we do and get a feel for our team and culture, please visit our website: www.csbsigns.com.

Before applying, please read our Vision Statement. We want to be sure that we are a fit for you — it reflects the values that guide our work and our commitment to impactful design.