Junior Design Associate

Gangi Architects; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

In-house fabrication lab

Job summary

Gangi Architects in Burbank, CA is seeking a Junior Design Associate to grow within a collaborative studio. You will support the Principal and project architects through all phases, produce accurate drawings, and contribute to design discussions.

This role emphasizes initiative, curiosity, and clear communication as you draft, model, and coordinate with the team. You will gain mentorship, exposure to diverse project types, and hands-on experience in documentation and design development.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture (M.Arch or B.Arch).
• Proficiency with 3D CAD/BIM software (SketchUp, AutoCAD, Lumion).
• Strong drafting, visualization, and graphic communication skills including hand sketching.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced studio environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal and Project Architects throughout all phases of project development.
• Produce accurate architectural drawings and documentation using 3D CAD/BIM software.
• Assist with drafting, modeling, and drawing production for design and construction documents.
• Revise drawings based on project team feedback while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
• Help organize project files and maintain drawing standards.
• Participate in design discussions, coordination meetings, and project reviews.
• Research materials, building systems, and applicable codes as directed.
• Contribute proactively to studio workflows and project deadlines.

Skills

Initiative

Assertiveness

Curiosity

Critical Thinking

Collaboration

Professional aspiration

Education

Architecture degree (M.Arch or B.Arch)

Tools

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Lumion

Job description

We are a small, collaborative architecture studio seeking a motivated Junior Design Associate to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career designer who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a supportive studio environment.

We're looking for someone who is confident in asking questions, takes initiative, and enjoys solving design challenges. The ideal candidate is naturally curious, thinks critically, and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Principal and Project Architects throughout all phases of project development.
• Produce accurate architectural drawings and documentation using 3D CAD/BIM software.
• Assist with drafting, modeling, and drawing production for design and construction documents.
• Revise drawings based on project team feedback while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
• Help organize project files and maintain drawing standards.
• Participate in design discussions, coordination meetings, and project reviews.
• Research materials, building systems, and applicable codes as directed.
• Contribute proactively to studio workflows and project deadlines.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture. (M.Arch or B. Arch)
• Proficiency with 3D CAD/BIM software (SketchUp, AutoCAD, Lumion)
• Strong drafting, visualization, and graphic communication skills including the ability to hand sketch.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced studio environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign.

What We're Looking For:

Beyond technical skills, we're looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Initiative — A self-starter who takes ownership of assigned tasks and seeks opportunities to contribute.
• Assertiveness — Comfortable communicating ideas, asking thoughtful questions, and seeking clarification when needed.
• Curiosity — An eagerness to learn new tools, explore design solutions, and continually develop professionally.
• Critical Thinking — The ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and contribute practical, well-reasoned solutions.
• Collaboration — A positive attitude and willingness to support teammates while learning from experienced professionals.
• Professional aspiration- We are an architecture studio that values mentorship and the development of quality architects

What We Offer

• Mentorship from experienced architects and designers.
• Exposure to a variety of project types and project phases.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A collaborative, creative, and supportive studio culture where every team member's contributions are valued.
• Professional development support.
• Sunny IRL studio with in-house fabrication lab
• Benefits include Health insurance and paid time off.
• Compensation to be commensurate with experience.

If you're excited by thoughtful design, enjoy tackling challenges, and are looking to build your architectural career in a collaborative studio, we'd love to hear from you.