Manager, Mapping Designer (Cartographer)

LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games seeks a Manager, Mapping Designer (Cartographer) to lead cartographic design and mapping operations for the Transportation FA, collaborating with cross-functional teams to produce clear static and interactive maps for planning and stakeholder communications.

You will manage multiple mapping projects, develop templates and standards in ArcGIS Pro and AGOL, mentor staff, and ensure designs meet operational needs while aligning with LA28’s values of integrity,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in cartography, GIS, spatial design, or geospatial visualization.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro including map layout design, layer management, geodatabase organization, and scalable map production workflows.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS Online and integrated portal environments to support collaborative geospatial workflows and interactive mapping products.
• Proficiency in using Arcade expressions and SQL queries to customize labeling, symbology, and dynamic map visualizations.
• Experience developing map templates, layout systems, and cartographic standards that support high-volume production and consistent visualization across multiple projects.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple mapping initiatives, prioritize production timelines, and adapt designs to evolving operational plans.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, incorporating feedback from mapping staff and other functional groups to improve visualization and project outcomes.
• Ability to clearly document workflows, design methodologies, and mapping standards to support knowledge sharing and consistent implementation across a team.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro and AGOL is required. Experience with Esri App Builders, ArcGIS Dashboards, and ArcGIS Experience Builder is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the cartographic design and layout development for transportation and cross-functional venue operational plans, producing clear and effective static and interactive maps.
• Design and implement scalable map layout templates and cartographic standards within ArcGIS Pro and AGOL to support the high-volume production of operational maps across LA28 Functional Areas.
• Translate complex and evolving operational planning information into intuitive visualizations that support planning, coordination, and operational readiness.
• Integrate cartographic designs within geospatial workflows, ensuring layouts function efficiently with data maintained through ArcGIS Online and the integrated portal environment.
• Manage and contribute to transportation and cross-functional mapping projects, balancing design quality with production timelines, and evolving operational needs.
• Collaborate closely with the Mapping & Spatial Solutions team and other LA28 Functional Areas to incorporate feedback, refine map products, and ensure alignment with operational requirements.
• Develop and document cartographic methodologies, templates, and design processes to enable consistent implementation and knowledge sharing across the mapping team.
• Troubleshoot map layout, visualization, and production challenges, identifying design solutions that support both short-term operational needs and long-term planning products.
• Maintain well-organized map documents, layers, layouts, and project structures to support efficient production workflows, version control, and overall project coordination across mapping initiatives.
• Apply strong geodatabase management practices, including clear file organization, naming conventions, and data structure standards to ensure reliability, accessibility, and long-term usability of mapping resources.
• Support the development of both static print maps and interactive mapping products used for operational planning, coordination, and stakeholder communication.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to mapping staff on cartographic best practices, map production workflows, and visualization techniques.

Skills

Cartography

GIS

Spatial visualization

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in City/Urban or Transportation Planning, Public Policy, Geography, or related field

Master’s degree may substitute for up to two years of experience

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Dashboards

Esri App Builders

ArcGIS Experience Builder

Job description

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.

Manager, Mapping Designer

The Manager, Mapping Designer (Cartographer) will support cartographic design and mapping operations for the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Transportation Functional Area (FA) in coordination with other FAs. This role will lead the design and production of clear and effective static and interactive maps to support transportation planning, operational coordination, and stakeholder communication.

The position will manage and contribute to transportation and cross-functional mapping projects, translating complex spatial and operational data into intuitive visualizations. The role requires strong collaboration across LA28’s Functional Areas to maintain project alignment, and key milestones. Experience in transportation, city planning, geography, or related fields is a plus.

This role reports to the Senior Manager, Mapping & Spatial Solutions and works closely with transportation, and staff across LA28.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the cartographic design and layout development for transportation and cross-functional venue operational plans, producing clear and effective static and interactive maps.
• Design and implement scalable map layout templates and cartographic standards within ArcGIS Pro and AGOL to support the high-volume production of operational maps across LA28 Functional Areas.
• Translate complex and evolving operational planning information into intuitive visualizations that support planning, coordination, and operational readiness.
• Integrate cartographic designs within geospatial workflows, ensuring layouts function efficiently with data maintained through ArcGIS Online and the integrated portal environment.
• Manage and contribute to transportation and cross-functional mapping projects, balancing design quality with production timelines, and evolving operational needs.
• Collaborate closely with the Mapping & Spatial Solutions team and other LA28 Functional Areas to incorporate feedback, refine map products, and ensure alignment with operational requirements.
• Develop and document cartographic methodologies, templates, and design processes to enable consistent implementation and knowledge sharing across the mapping team.
• Troubleshoot map layout, visualization, and production challenges, identifying design solutions that support both short-term operational needs and long-term planning products.
• Maintain well-organized map documents, layers, layouts, and project structures to support efficient production workflows, version control, and overall project coordination across mapping initiatives.
• Apply strong geodatabase management practices, including clear file organization, naming conventions, and data structure standards to ensure reliability, accessibility, and long-term usability of mapping resources.
• Support the development of both static print maps and interactive mapping products used for operational planning, coordination, and stakeholder communication.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to mapping staff on cartographic best practices, map production workflows, and visualization techniques.

Background & Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in cartography, GIS, spatial design, or geospatial visualization, preferably supporting transportation, city planning, infrastructure, or large-scale operational planning initiatives.
• Proven experience working within ArcGIS Pro environments, including map layout design, layer management, geodatabase organization, and scalable map production workflows.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS Online and integrated portal environments to support collaborative geospatial workflows and interactive mapping products.
• Proficiency in using Arcade expressions and SQL queries to customize labeling, symbology, and dynamic map visualizations.
• Experience developing map templates, layout systems, and cartographic standards that support high-volume production and consistent visualization across multiple projects.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple mapping initiatives, prioritize production timelines, and adapt designs to evolving operational plans.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, incorporating feedback from mapping staff and other functional groups to improve visualization and project outcomes.
• Ability to clearly document workflows, design methodologies, and mapping standards to support knowledge sharing and consistent implementation across a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present spatial information and design decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro and AGOL is required. Experience with Esri App Builders, ArcGIS Dashboards, and ArcGIS Experience Builder is a plus.

Expectations

• The Manager, Mapping Designer (Cartographer) is expected to combine deep technical expertise in cartography and GIS with strong project management and collaboration skills.
• This individual is proactive, detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to producing high-quality, accurate, and visually compelling maps that support operational and strategic planning for the LA28 Games.
• They thrive in a fast-paced and cross-functional environment, leveraging data-driven insights to inform design decisions and problem-solving.
• The ideal candidate is Be collaborative, responsive to feedback, and dedicated to knowledge sharing, ensuring consistency and scalability across mapping projects.
• They are motivated by innovation, eager to explore new tools and methods (including Arcade and SQL for map customization), and focused on contributing to the successful delivery of a world-class Olympic and Paralympic Games.
• Demonstrated commitment to LA28’s values: integrity, excellence, optimism, inclusion, boldness, and co-creation.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in City/Urban or Transportation Planning, Public Policy, Geography, or related field.
• Master’s degree may substitute for up to two years of experience.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• The position is located in Los Angeles with in-person attendance required. At least four days per week.
• Occasional field activities will require walking and/or climbing stairs
• The LA28 office is an open floor plan working environment. Employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.
• Occasionally there may be a requirement for working hours outside of traditional business hours/days to support special events, travel, and the 2028 Games.

The annual base salary range for this position is $88,000.00 - $115,000.00. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.