Experiential Graphics Manager

Our vision is simple. In our commitment to the Southeast, we create architecture that enriches community through a culture of design excellence and expertise, innovation and collaborative engagement.

What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to creating spaces that enrich communities with lasting impact. Our projects are driven by a deep understanding of local culture, needs, and aspirations, resulting in designs that resonate with and enhance the communities they serve.

At LS3P, we don't just design buildings; we create iconic landmarks that define skylines, inspire people, and transform spaces. Join us in shaping the future of architecture and design in the Southeast!

As the Experiential Graphics Manager, you will lead the Firm's Experiential Graphic efforts in creating captivating and immersive visual experiences within architectural spaces. Your role is pivotal in shaping the way people interact with and perceive physical environments. You will collaborate closely with architectural project teams and clients, overseeing the conceptualization, design, and execution of graphics, signage, wayfinding systems, and environmental branding elements that elevate the user experience.

In addition to managing the Experiential Graphic Designer, your responsibilities will encompass strategic planning, project coordination, and ensuring the highest quality of design deliverables. You will be responsible for developing comprehensive wayfinding solutions that seamlessly guide individuals through complex spaces while adhering to accessibility and regulatory standards. Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to craft environmental branding elements that communicate the identity and values of our clients and our firm.

Your role as Experiential Graphics Manager is not just about design but also leadership. You will mentor, inspire, and empower the Experiential Graphic Designer to deliver exceptional design solutions, fostering a collaborative and creative work environment. You will also act as a key liaison with clients, ensuring their visions are translated into tangible, impactful designs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership:
• Supervise, mentor, and guide the Experiential Graphic Designer, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Promote a collaborative and innovative work culture within the team.
• Project Management:
• Oversee the conceptualization, design, and execution of experiential graphics projects, ensuring they meet client objectives, deadlines, and budget constraints.
• Act as the main point of contact with clients, managing their expectations and ensuring project satisfaction.
• Strategic Planning:
• Develop and implement a strategic vision for the Experiential Graphics department, aligning it with the firm's overall goals and objectives.
• Identify emerging trends and technologies in the field and incorporate them into department strategies.
• Quality Assurance:
• Review and approve design concepts, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and creativity.
• Conduct regular quality control checks on project deliverables.
• Wayfinding and Branding:
• Lead the development of wayfinding systems and environmental branding strategies that enhance architectural spaces and communicate client brand identities.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Collaborate with architectural project teams, interior designers, and other stakeholders to integrate experiential graphics seamlessly into architectural projects.
• Resource Management:
• Manage departmental resources, including budgets, materials, and external vendors or contractors as needed.
  

Qualifications:

• 5-10 Years Experiential Graphic Design experience
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Environmental Design, Architecture, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in experiential graphics design, with a proven track record of successful projects.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Develop design assignments throughout all project phases
• Coordinate communication between project team, client, vendors, contractors, and consultants
• Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) and 3D modeling/rendering tools (e.g., Revit) strongly desired.
• Knowledge of ADA and wayfinding standards and regulations.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to align graphics design with broader architectural objectives.
• A commitment to quality and attention to detail.
• Project management experience and the ability to multitask effectively.
  
  

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and inspire designers in shaping the way people experience the built environment. If you are a creative and visionary leader with a passion for experiential graphics and a desire to make a significant impact in the field, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team.

Life at LS3P

Together, we are building the skylines of the Southeast.

Our values articulate our beliefs and ground us in a common culture. They are the core of our practice, and reflect the "who" of our community.

• EXCELLENCE is a beginning point
• INTEGRITY is at the core of our decision making and actions
• EMPOWERMENT with accountability makes better decisions
• COLLABORATION leverages the best in everyone
• BALANCE gives us fuel to do our best
• STEWARDSHIP ensures a future
• CARING for each other is what holds us together
  
  

We are made up of 12 offices that celebrate their own unique traditions, but we embrace a "one firm" attitude that unifies us.

LS3P's Commitment To You:

• Ongoing engagement with fantastic design team members
• To develop new skills and contribute to world-class projects
• Participate in meaningful collaboration and research efforts
• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• Professional development allowance to toward educational opportunities
• Leadership development and mentoring across sectors, markets, offices and the firm
• Participation in community service and outreach occasions supporting local and national organizations
• Flexibility and balance in your schedule
  
  

LS3P recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to equal opportunity and believe that inclusivity benefits us all. We actively seek and consider all qualified employment applications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, sexual preference, partnership status, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions and protected veteran status, status of participation in the U.S. Armed Services, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.