Designer I

About the Role

Seeking a Designer I to join an innovative, creative team in the Los Angeles studio.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides assistance throughout the design process under routine guidance.
• Contributes to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.
• Supports preparation of creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions as an integral member of the design team.
• Provides design support under supervision for schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Performs product research and assists team with material selections.
• Assists in preparing client presentation materials using design application skills and creative ideas.
• Uses a creative approach to perform tasks and responsibilities on projects in an organized, timely, and consistent way.
• Self-checks work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compiles data for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Proactively asks questions and expresses curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large.
• Provides support to tasks within project teams and studio activities.
• Participates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
• Keeps open communication within the team and with the designated team leader.
• Communicates ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
• Assists with coordination among partners and consultants.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• 3D modeling, visualization, and graphic software proficiency.
• Revit strongly preferred.
• Additional proficiencies may include site analysis, preliminary design studies, and field measurements.
• Additional skills should include Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Excel, Lumion, and Rhino.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required.
• 0-3 years of experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and motivation to learn.
• Collaborative and professional work ethic.
• LEED GA within 6 months of hire.
• Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer (CPHC/CPHD), or ILFI Living Future Accreditation.
• Active involvement in AXP, or starting the ARE Process.

Application Instructions

• Submit a resume and portfolio as separate PDF documents.
• If you have an online portfolio, embed the link in your resume.
• Name files using name_lastname_resume or name_lastname_portfolio.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual pay range: $63,500 - $81,000, commensurate with qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees: medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA accounts, 401k with employer match, PTO and paid holidays, short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, commuter benefits, life insurance, and learning and development opportunities.