Environmental Graphic Designer - Signage & Wayfinding

Emory University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory University is seeking an Environmental Graphic Designer to develop and implement signage and environmental graphics across its Atlanta campuses. You will collaborate with planning, design, and construction teams to ensure branding, accessibility, and quality while guiding projects from concept through fabrication and installation.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field and at least three years of environmental graphics experience, with strong typography,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field and 3+ years in environmental graphic design, signage, wayfinding, or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of typography, color theory, and design principles.
• Understanding of signage materials, fabrication methods, installation processes, and ADA requirements.
• Ability to read, interpret, and prepare scaled technical drawings and fabrication specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and collaboration with internal teams, clients, project managers, facilities personnel, and external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, document, and implement environmental graphics and signage projects across Emory campuses.
• Collaborate with planners, project managers, interior designers, facilities teams, clients, and external consultants to ensure branding and accessibility compliance.
• Read, interpret, and prepare technical drawings, signage layouts, elevations, and fabrication specs.
• Coordinate installations and reviews with vendors; manage budgets and schedules.
• Keep stakeholders informed on project progress and ensure projects meet institutional standards.

Skills

Graphic design

Typography

Color theory

Design principles

Reading technical drawings

Written & verbal communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

CADTool

SignAgent

Job description

Emory University is seeking an Environmental Graphic Designer to develop and implement signage and environmental graphics across its Atlanta campuses. You will collaborate with planning, design, and construction teams to ensure branding, accessibility, and quality while guiding projects from concept through fabrication and installation.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field and at least three years of environmental graphics experience, with strong typography,