Brand & Environmental Graphic Design Lead

Gensler’s Brand Design studio is a collaborative team of designers, strategists, and storytellers that engages with a wide variety of clients on projects of all sizes. As Gensler brand designers, we help our clients tell their unique stories effectively via every channel available in today’s diverse media landscape. Our approach combines design and architectural expertise with a unique point of view and strong communication skills. We believe that this approach results in brands that build trust, inspire confidence, and forge lasting relationships.

About the role

This role is not only a hands-on designer, but also a project leader, thinker, design advocate, and client relationship steward for projects and relationship-building shared across our region. You must love to push new ideas, be passionate about design, and get excited about designing extremely diverse projects with extremely talented creative leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and collaborate with fast-paced interdisciplinary teams of architects, interior designers, graphic designers, illustrators, digital designers, and more to deliver projects ranging from complex signage & wayfinding to digitally integrated experience centers.
• Demonstrate exceptional vision, oversee projects from conception to completion, and ensure successful project outcomes.
• Deliver creative solutions in a diverse range of markets including aviation, education, entertainment, hospitality, retail, sports, and workplace.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, vendors, consultants, and project teams.
• Lead complex, multifaceted projects while exhibiting financial stewardship and adhering to demanding project schedules.
• Work closely with design leadership across Gensler to promote an interdisciplinary design philosophy and facilitate its advancement both inside and outside of the firm.
• Develop, motivate, and mentor young design professionals.
• Build, nurture, and sustain client relationships.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in brand strategy, print design, and environmental graphics.
• Professional degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
• Exceptional design sense—adept at developing creative up-front design concepts as well as having the technical knowledge to prepare final documentation and artwork for 3D/EGD, print, or digital applications.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to lead complex, multifaceted projects.
• Desire to develop, motivate, and mentor young design professionals.
• Demonstrated success building, nurturing, and sustaining client relationships.

Please note you must submit a portfolio of your work to be considered for this position.

Pay

The base salary range for this role is estimated between $100,000 and $115,000. Gensler’s total compensation package includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability and wellness programs.
• Flex spending accounts.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• 401k, profit sharing, and employee stock ownership.
• Twice annual bonus opportunities.
• Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees.
• Tuition reimbursement for certain eligible programs or classes.

At Gensler, we encourage a healthy and balanced life through initiatives like curated art exhibits, internal design competitions, and “Well-being Week.”