Junior Architectural Designer, Ground-Up - New York Office

Archinect; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Fogarty Finger in New York is seeking a talented Junior Designer to join our Groundup studios. We are looking for candidates with strong design skills and 3D modeling abilities for in-house design development use, client presentation, and competition across a wide range of project typologies.

The right candidate possesses a good design sensibility, an eye for detail, and the ability to communicate visually.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
• 0–3 years of relevant professional experience at an architecture firm.
• Experience across multifamily, commercial ground-up, or affordable housing projects preferred.
• Strong 3D modeling and rendering skills with Rhino/SketchUp/Enscape/V-Ray.
• Revit proficiency; AutoCAD familiarity is a plus.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Excellent spatial sense and clear visual communication.

Responsibilities

• Support design development across all project phases.
• Create 3D visualizations and presentation materials for client reviews and competitions.
• Assist with drawing sets and 3D models following FF standards.
• Coordinate with consultants and keep drawings and files organized.
• Assist with meeting notes, submittal logs, and project tracking under supervision.
• Ask questions proactively and adopt a solutions-oriented mindset.

Skills

3D modeling

Rendering

Visual communication

Design development

Collaborative work

Education

Architecture degree

Tools

Rhino

SketchUp

Enscape

V-Ray

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

Who We Are

Fogarty Finger (FF) is an interdisciplinary design studio of over 145 architects and designers dedicated to placemaking within the urban built environment. Founded in 2003, FF is responsible for many prominent residential and commercial projects throughout the United States, with offices in New York, Atlanta, and Boston.

Location

New York, NY, US

About The Role

FF is seeking a talented Junior Designer to join our Groundup studios in New York. We are looking for candidates with strong design skills and 3D modeling abilities for in-house design development use, client presentation, and competition across a wide range of project typologies. The right candidate possesses a good design sensibility, an eye for detail, and the ability to communicate visually. Working under the guidance of senior staff, you will contribute to projects across all phases - from early design exploration through construction documentation - building your technical foundation in a collaborative, design-forward studio environment.

What You’ll Do

• Support design development across all project phases
• Participate in creating compelling 3D visualizations and presentation materials for client reviews, design competitions, and internal studies
• Support the preparation of drawing sets and 3D models, following FF’s documentation and BIM standards
• Support consultant coordination and help maintain organized, up-to-date drawing sets and project files
• Assist with meeting notes, submittal logs, and project tracking, under senior staff direction
• Proactively ask questions, flag issues early, and bring a solutions-oriented mindset to every task

What You Bring

• A professional degree in Architecture from an accredited institution
• 0-3 years of relevant professional experience at an architecture firm
• Experience in a range of projects including multifamily residential ground-up, commercial ground-up, affordable housing preferred
• Strong 3D modeling and rendering skills (e.g., Rhino, SketchUp, Enscape, or V-Ray preferred)
• Proficiency in Revit preferred; familiarity with AutoCAD is a plus
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
• A good spatial sense, strong eye for detail, and clear visual communication skills
• Eagerness to learn, openness to feedback, and genuine curiosity about the craft of design
• Strong verbal, written, and visual communication skills
• Active pursuit of architectural licensure (ARE) preferred
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Salary range: $67,000-76,000 annually (based on experience and skill level)

Why Join FF?

Fogarty Finger has never stopped growing - and neither will you. Since our founding, we've expanded steadily across New York, Atlanta, and Boston, taking on a remarkable breadth of project types along the way. As a mid-sized firm, we blend the best aspects of large and small firm culture. Joining our New York office means genuine exposure to the full arc of design, from early concept through construction administration, across residential, commercial, workplace, and hospitality work. You won't be pigeonholed into a single phase or project type - you'll be in the room for all of it.