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Description

About us:

We are inspired Placemakers who enhance the built environment with a focus on brand and culture. Across multiple studios, Elements provides a comprehensive portfolio of products and services for the interior built environment. We combine our interiors expertise with construction capability and the collaborative, cross-functional process of human-centered design. This holistic approach to the built environment creates a seamless experience and exceptional results for our clients.

This position is with our studio, 3d-identity: visual storytellers, dedicated to amplifying brands through meaningful design, immersive experiences, and authentic connections that resonate with people and celebrate culture.

Elements Core Values: 

we before me | stay curious | know your impact | bring it | own your craft | enjoy the ride 

About the role:

As a Senior Designer in our 3d-identity studio, you will lead the development of immersive, brand-driven spaces that bring client stories to life within built environments. You'll collaborate closely with clients and cross-functional teams including Creative, Project Management, and Business Development to translate strategic objectives into innovative, high-impact design solutions. From concept through execution, you will guide the creative process, mentor junior designers, and confidently present ideas to clients while ensuring alignment with brand standards and project goals. Success in this role is measured by client satisfaction, design innovation, project delivery, and your ability to elevate brand presence through experiential design.

What you'll do:

• Lead the design of diverse experiential graphic design projects including branded environments, signage, and wayfinding systems that integrate with the built environment.
• Collaborate closely with clients, project managers, and creative teams through design workshops, project meetings, and reviews to define goals, align solutions with brand objectives, and support a high-performing studio culture.
• Lead creative research and project kickoffs to develop technically informed, brand-aligned design concepts that reflect client identity and spatial goals.
• Confidently present design proposals to clients and stakeholders, clearly communicating rationale and incorporating feedback.
• Partner with architects, interior designers, and fabrication teams to ensure design feasibility and accuracy in construction documentation.
• Produce detailed fabrication and installation documentation with a strong understanding of materials, production methods, and ADA compliance for signage and wayfinding.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, materials, and experiential graphic design innovations to continuously elevate design quality.
• Mentor and provide creative direction to junior team members, fostering their growth and development.
• Ensure seamless collaboration across disciplines by actively participating in cross-functional meetings and creative sessions.
• Uphold high standards of design excellence, innovation, and brand alignment across all phases of project delivery.

Requirements

Who you are:

• You have 5+ years of professional experience specifically in Environmental Graphic Design, either in a dedicated EGD firm or within an EGD studio of an architecture/interiors practice.
• You hold a bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field. Relevant certifications are a plus. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered.
• You bring deep expertise in designing branded environments, wayfinding systems, exterior and interior signage, and interior experiential graphics, with a strong understanding of ADA compliance and fabrication methods.
• You are highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop). Experience with 3D modeling and rendering using tools such as Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, Rhino, or similar platforms is a plus.
• You have working knowledge of AutoCAD, and familiarity with motion design tools (e.g., After Effects, Premiere) or additional 3D software.
• You bring hands-on experience in brand development, ideally from a brand or design agency environment, including leading or contributing to the creation of brands from the ground up.
• You understand architectural scales and construction documentation and can confidently read and interpret architectural and shop drawings.
• You apply exceptional creativity and design thinking to deliver innovative, functional, and brand-aligned design solutions.
• You have strong knowledge of design principles, materials, and trends relevant to experiential, interior, and graphic design within the built environment.
• You are an effective communicator, able to clearly present concepts and collaborate across teams and with clients.
• You are a proven leader and mentor who supports junior designers and contributes to a collaborative, high-performing studio culture.
• You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.

We'd love to see your work. Please include a portfolio of relevant environmental graphic design projects with your application.

Work Environment:

Hybrid Work Environment: This full-time role is based in Denver, CO and follows a hybrid model, requiring in-office presence 3 days a week to foster effective team collaboration and mentorship, with the flexibility of remote work on other days.

Travel Requirements:

Occasional travel within the United States is required to support project needs, including client meetings, site visits, and team collaboration.

Our Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Profit Sharing
• Downtown Parking
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Family Medical Leave
• Career Development and Advancement: We offer ongoing training, mentoring, and clear, defined paths for promotion to support your long-term career growth with us.

EEO Statement

Workplace Elements provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.