Graphics Designer Jobs in Berkeley, CA (NOW HIRING)

At Blueprint Studios, we believe that the key to our success is our employees. Our team is made up of passionate designers, craftspeople and professionals who share our core values of vision, innovation, excellence, and integrity. We seek people who can think the big ideas and deliver upon the small details. If you are creative, adaptive, and talented, then you might have found a home with us!

JOB SUMMARY:

Overall Summary of Function

The Graphic Designer at Blueprint Studios is an entry-level creative role focused on execution, learning, and

growth within the event and experiential design space. This position supports the creative team by producing

high-quality design assets across print, digital, motion, and environmental applications.

This role is ideal for a designer who is eager to learn, comfortable experimenting, and excited by emerging

tools, especially AI-assisted design and video. You’ll work under the guidance of senior designers and creative

leadership while building real-world experience in large-scale, fast-paced event production.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Design Production & Support

● Support the design team in creating graphics for events, environments, signage, presentations, and

branded experiences

● Execute design tasks based on creative direction, templates, and established brand systems

● Prepare clean, organized files for internal review and production

Assist with revisions, versioning, and asset management across multiple projects

AI-Driven Design

● Actively experiment with AI tools (Nano Banana, Freepik/Magnific ) for ideation, visual exploration, and

asset generation

● Learn how to write, refine, and apply prompts under the guidance of senior team members

● Assist in generating concept visuals, mood boards, and exploratory assets using AI tools

● Stay curious about new AI workflows and contribute ideas for improving creative efficiency

Production & Technical Excellence

● Collaborate with prepress, production, and fabrication teams to ensure designs translate flawlessly into

physical space

● Design with real-world constraints in mind, including large-format printing, fabrication, materials, and

installation

● Participate in creative reviews, client presentations, and internal brainstorms

● Create short-form motion graphics and video content for screens, presentations, and event

environments

● Assist in editing video assets and adapting content for different formats and resolutions

● Support senior designers with motion-based design needs when required

Collaboration & Learning

● Work closely with senior designers, art directors, and production teams

● Receive feedback openly and apply revisions efficiently

● Learn best practices for event design, large-format production, and real-world implementation

QUALIFICATIONS:

At Minimum Training, Education & Experience

Tier 1 – Mandatory (may change as new platforms become available)

● Midjourney

● Nano Banana / Gemini

● ChatGPT

Tier 2 – Strategic

● FreePIK AI (Also known as Magnific)

● Adobe Firefly

● Runway

● 3 years of professional graphic design experience, ideally in events, experiential, environmental, or

large-format design

● Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

● Strong understanding of branding, typography, layout, and visual hierarchy

● Working knowledge of AI image-generation and design-assist tools.

● Hungry to learn new AI programs.

● Demonstrated ability to create and refine effective prompts for AI tools

● Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field

● Strong understanding of design principles, color theory, and typography

● Proficiency in design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite

● Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

● Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines

● Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently or as part of a team

● Willingness to travel as needed for site visits and event execution.

● Strong interest in AI-assisted creative tools and workflows

PREFERRED SKILLS:

● Motion graphics, video editing, or animation experience

● Familiarity with AI image or video generation tools

● Interest in experiential, event, or environmental design

● Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

● Willingness to learn fast and adapt in a high-output environment

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE:

● Delivers reliable, on-time design execution

● Actively learns from feedback and improves quickly

● Brings curiosity and experimentation to AI and video workflows

● Supports the team with clean files and thoughtful design decisions

● Grows into increased responsibility over time

● Works well with leadership teams.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work Environment/ Physical Demands

● The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure

individuals with disabilities can perform the crucial functions.

● Go onsite and assist with graphic application on event install days.

● While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.

● The employee is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, feel, reach with hands and arms,

stoop, kneel, crouch, climb or crawl.

● The employee may need to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds while utilizing appropriate equipment and

safety techniques.

● Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

● The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to heavy.

● The temperature will vary from hot to cold depending on the weather.

● Meet tight deadlines

● Occasional travel required

ABOUT US

Blueprint Studios is a nationally renowned special event design, production and rentals firm, long known for our expertise in establishing industry trends, coupled with a keen client focus and responsiveness. We specialize in delivering products and services to a continuously growing base of clients that range from some of the most prominent corporations to a luxury social customer base.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. Our team is made up of passionate designers, craftspeople and professionals who share our core values of vision, innovation, excellence, and integrity. We are looking for people who can think the big ideas and deliver upon the small details.

Learn more about who we are and what we do at https://www.blueprintstudios.com/ or check us out on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/blueprintstudiosevents.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

Blueprint Studios provides equal employment opportunities(EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Blueprint Studios expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.