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Wayfinding Design Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Volanno

Program Manager

San Jose, CA

Reference the MTC Regional Wayfinding Project where applicable. * Deliverables shall be procurement-ready, not final design or construction-level documents. * Participate on the SJRRC Evaluation ...

Sunset Signs

Sign Designer

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

At Sunset Signs, we believe architectural signage is more than just wayfinding - it's an ... the design department with large scale projects/programs • Maintains customer confidence by ...

Sunset Signs

Sign Designer

Anaheim, CA

$25 - $35/hr

At Sunset Signs, we believe architectural signage is more than just wayfinding -- it's an ... the design department with large scale projects/programs · Maintains customer confidence by ...

Gensler

Graphic Designer - Brand - Junior

San Jose, CA · On-site

$23.75 - $31.75/hr

As an Experiential Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for the design of a wide variety of graphics, branded environments, and wayfinding projects * You will work as a key partner on fast-paced ...

Gensler

Graphic Designer - Brand - Junior

San Jose, CA

$23.75 - $31.75/hr

As an Experiential Graphic Designer, you willbe responsible forthe design of a wide variety of graphics, branded environments, and wayfinding projects * You will work as a key partner on fast-paced ...

Arrow Sign Company

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Engineering Draftsman and Estimating Assistant

Oakland, CA · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Responsibilities include but not limited to: • Review concept design drawings and specifications ... Our products range from interior signage, wayfinding programs, rebranding, decorative lighting ...

Arrow Sign Company

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Art Director (Sign Industry)

San Leandro, CA · On-site

$80K - $105K/yr

Manage and mentor a small design team * Coordinate directly with clients to ensure alignment and ... Our products range from interior signage, wayfinding programs, rebranding, decorative lighting ...

Impec Group

Regional Account Executive

Pleasant Hill, CA · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

GNU Group helps people find their way by planning, designing, and building possibilities through a human-centered design approach to environmental branding, architectural signage, and wayfinding ...

Cushman & Wakefield

Sr. Project Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$65K/yr

... wayfinding; ergonomics and anthropometrics; and human environmental behavior. * Execute full design process, from initial sketch through start of construction * Work independently or with minor ...

Impec Group

Regional Account Executive

Pleasant Hill, CA · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

GNU Group helps people find their way by planning, designing, and building possibilities through a human-centered design approach to environmental branding, architectural signage, and wayfinding ...

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What is a Wayfinding Design job?

A Wayfinding Design job involves creating navigational systems that help people efficiently move through physical spaces like airports, hospitals, campuses, and urban environments. Wayfinding designers use signage, maps, symbols, colors, and digital interfaces to guide individuals while enhancing user experience and accessibility. This role requires a mix of graphic design, architecture, psychology, and urban planning to develop clear and intuitive wayfinding solutions.

What are common challenges faced by professionals in Wayfinding Design?

One of the main challenges in Wayfinding Design is creating solutions that are intuitive and effective for people with diverse needs, including those with disabilities or limited language skills. Designers often need to balance aesthetic considerations with strict functionality and regulatory compliance, especially in complex spaces like hospitals, airports, or urban centers. They must frequently coordinate with architects, facility managers, and other stakeholders to ensure signage and navigation cues integrate seamlessly. Adapting to changing building layouts and continually improving systems based on user feedback are also integral parts of the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Wayfinding Design position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Wayfinding Design, you need strong skills in graphic design, spatial planning, and an understanding of user experience (UX), often supported by a degree in graphic design, environmental design, or a related field. Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, CAD programs, and relevant signage standards or accessibility guidelines is typically necessary. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for collaborating with clients and multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure that wayfinding systems are clear, accessible, and effectively guide people through complex environments.

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Manager, Design - Look & Signage (LNS) / Venue Look of the Games

Manager, Design - Look & Signage (LNS) / Venue Look of the Games

LA28

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$167K/yr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

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, Design - Look & Signage (LNS) / Venue Look of the Games:
The Manager, Design-LNS/Venue Look of the Games will play a pivotal role in translating the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games' brand identity into Diverse-scale environmental applications across competition and non-competition venues. Embedded within the Look & Signage (LNS) Design Studio, this role is responsible for designing, documenting, and delivering scalable systems that merge functional signage with brand ethos, ensuring every execution achieves the highest fidelity possible.
This designer will develop environmental graphics for a variety of building types and large-scale applications including field of play, Athlete surrounding elements, spectator environments, and supporting infrastructure, across diverse materials and formats. They will transform brand identity into executable kits of parts and documentation for multiple stakeholders, enabling seamless delivery of consistent, operationally viable Look & Signage systems.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, LNS Design Studio, the Manager, Design will collaborate with multiple Functional Areas (FAs) including Venue & Infrastructure, Sport Equipment, Brand, IFA, and other FAs to ensure design solutions are functional, executable, and integrated into venue operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Environmental Graphic Design & Delivery
  • Create design options and mockups for reviews and presentations and be able to further said mockups into production art or executable elements
  • Translate the Games-wide brand identity into environmental and signage systems that scale across a variety of venues and architectural conditions.
  • Develop kits of parts, guidelines, and drawing sets to convey brand and functional messaging in physical space.
  • Ensure Look & Signage executions meet operational needs, material constraints, and architectural scale while maintaining visual consistency.
  • Provide design feasibility feedback for placement, materials, and fabrication methods.
  • Oversee, manage and develop Venue Design Books and art files for production.

Venue Integration & Planning
  • Partner with Brand, Venue & Infrastructure and other FAs to integrate Look & Signage solutions into architectural plans and operational timelines.
  • Maintain and update venue-specific scope documents, reflecting design evolution and operational changes.
  • Participate in venue walkthroughs and readiness exercises, ensuring environmental graphics are accurately planned and represented.

Games-Time Operations
  • Transition into an on-site role during Games- Load In time to oversee installation, quality control, and decommissioning of Look & Signage assets.
  • Coordinate with contractors and suppliers, ensuring execution aligns with brand standards, approved design intent, and delivery timelines.
  • Act as the venue-level design liaison, resolving issues in real time in collaboration with Venue Management and central LNS leadership.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with Brand, Venue Infrastructure, Scoping Managers, and other relevant FAs to align Look & Signage with operational and experiential goals.
  • Clearly communicate design plans to stakeholders through presentations, documentation, and reviews.
  • Support integration of functional signage and wayfinding into brand-led environmental graphics, ensuring both clarity and visual impact.

Reporting & Documentation
  • Provide consistent updates to the Senior Manager, LNS Design Studio, including progress reports, risks, and design adjustments.
  • Contribute to the central knowledge base by documenting best practices and lessons learned for future Games planning.
  • Champion cohesive and brand-driven visual experiences across all venues.
Background & Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in a design related field a bonus
  • 5+ years of professional experience in environmental graphic design, architecture, or experiential design, with a strong focus on large-scale building applications.
  • Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and working knowledge of SketchUp, CAD, and 3D Visualization software for scaled venue drawings.
  • Proven experience translating brand identity into physical applications across multiple materials and architectural conditions.
  • Strong ability to balance creative intent with operational feasibility.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience coordinating across multiple teams and stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing design delivery at scale by reviewing, supervising installation of medium and large-scale events. ideally in sports, entertainment, or other large-scale public events.
  • Film or television experience a plus
Expectations:
  • Innovative Approach - Ability to identify opportunities, develop new ideas and execute on concepts while managing to a budget and fixed timelines
  • Influencing Skills - Ability to drive organizational alignment through collaboration. Positive attitude - ability to prioritize and process stress to keep the team positive through difficult times.
  • Demonstrated commitment to co-creation and collaborative decision-making
  • Flexible Approach - Ability to roll with the transitional nature of the organization as it grows and establishes itself over the next couple years
  • Challenger Mindset - Inclination to drive ongoing improvement in people and process
  • Digital Acumen - Fluency in established digital design tools and practices coupled with an understanding of emerging technologies and how and when to engage them

The annual base salary range for this position is $88,000-105,000. 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.

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