Experiential Wayfinding Designer | Signage & Graphics

GAI Consultants; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. seeks a Wayfinding Designer to join the Experiential Graphics + Wayfinding Practice within the Community Solutions Group, linking landscape architecture with urban planning and redevelopment economics.

The candidate should have 3–5 years of experience in wayfinding design and planning, proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud and ArcGIS, and capable of collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to create maps, signage, and environmental graphics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in wayfinding & environmental design & planning, or a related design discipline.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and other relevant tools.
• Strong understanding of typography, color theory, visual hierarchy, and design principles.
• Knowledge of ADA guidelines and accessibility considerations in wayfinding design is a plus.
• Experience with ArcGIS software is a strong advantage, particularly in utilizing geospatial data for wayfinding and location-based design solutions.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members and present design concepts to clients.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to producing accurate and error-free design deliverables.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines without compromising on quality.
• A portfolio that showcases a range of environmental / graphic design projects is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior designers and project managers to understand client requirements, project objectives, and site conditions.
• Strong visual and conceptual skills to solve problems and create novel solutions
• Demonstrated expertise using Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and other computer design applications.
• Produce written or visual documentation of design research and process.
• Conduct site visits and analyze the existing wayfinding systems to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop wayfinding concepts and design solutions that align with project goals and client branding guidelines.
• Create clear and visually compelling wayfinding maps, signage, and environmental graphics that enhance user orientation and navigation.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to integrate wayfinding design into architecture, interior design, and landscape projects.
• Utilize design software and technology to produce high-quality mockups, presentations, and design documentation.
• Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in wayfinding and experiential graphic design.
• Collaborate effectively with other designers, stakeholders, and external vendors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Participate in design critiques, brainstorming sessions, and client meetings to share ideas and receive feedback.
• Contribute to the development of wayfinding design guidelines and standards for future projects.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Typography & color theory

Attention to detail

Portfolio required

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

ArcGIS

Job description

GAI Consultants, Inc. seeks a Wayfinding Designer to join the Experiential Graphics + Wayfinding Practice within the Community Solutions Group, linking landscape architecture with urban planning and redevelopment economics.

The candidate should have 3–5 years of experience in wayfinding design and planning, proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud and ArcGIS, and capable of collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to create maps, signage, and environmental graphics.