Environmental Graphic Designer

McGranahan Associates, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with discretionary match

Life Insurance

Job summary

PBK seeks an Environmental Graphic Designer to join a cross-disciplinary team of architects and interior designers. You will craft immersive graphics, signage, branding, and wayfinding from concept to execution for K-12 and higher education clients.

The role emphasizes collaboration with architects and designers, travel to construction sites, and delivering flexible visual design packages aligned with client brand guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in graphic design or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• A portfolio or website showcasing creative design work.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative designs that adapt to various materials and brand guidelines.
• Collaborate directly with clients to develop custom visual design packages.
• Work with Architects and Interior Designers to produce unique designs and plans.
• Generate detailed designs and manage production and installation of large-scale graphics.
• Communicate design concepts clearly, both verbally and visually.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Office Suite

Communication

Multitasking

Travel to sites

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in graphic design

Job description

The Environmental Graphic Designer will join an integrated design team of architects and interior designers to create vibrant, immersive experiences for K–12 and higher education clients. Our cross-disciplinary team collaborates within our respective specialties while offering support and conceptual feedback that extends beyond silos to develop dynamic, community-centered environments. This role applies design thinking, creativity, and innovation to projects including large-scale environmental graphics, experience design, branding, signage, wayfinding, presentations, and printed materials—from concept through execution.Your Impact:Create innovative designs that can adapt to a variety of materials and situations using our customers’ brand guidelines.Collaborate directly with clients to create custom visual design packages.Work in unison with Architects and Interior Designers to provide unique specialized designs and plans.Generate detailed designs and facilitate the production and installation of large-scale graphics.Communicate design concepts verbally and visually.Here’s What You’ll Need:Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in graphic design or a related field.A minimum of 2 years of professional experience.Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign & Illustrator) and Microsoft Office SuiteExcellent oral and written communicationA portfolio or website that demonstrates passionate and creative designsAbility to multitask, prioritize, and excel in a fast past environment Ability to work independently with directionAbility to travel to construction sitesWhy Join Us?PBK offers the best of both worlds: the energy of a growing regional office with the stability of an established national firm.Eligible employees receive an annual performance bonus depending on PBK profitability and individual performance. PBK employees are offered medical, dental, and vision insurance, an employee assistance program, a learning & development program, and an employee referral bonus program. A Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Savings Account (FSA) are available depending upon the employee’s choice of health insurance coverage. Employees are also covered by life insurance and long-term disability insurance. Employees may enroll in the PBK 401(k) plan with discretionary matching contributions after eligibility has been met. Employees accrue a minimum of 2 weeks of paid time off during their first year with PBK an additional week of paid time off during our winter break (12/26-12/31), 10 days of sick leave, and we observe 9 1/2 holidays. The expected pay range for this position, based on experience, skills, and knowledge applicable to the role is $60,000 - $90,000.