Wayfinding Design Specialist - New York - HOK

    HOK
    HOK New York

    22 hours ago

    Full time/Regular
    Description

    HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.

    HOK  is seeking a talented Wayfinding   Design Specialist who is a passionate, innovative, and collaborative experiential designer to jump in and be part of our energetic and ambitious Experience Design team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to integrate graphic communication, branding, signage, and wayfinding in fresh and creative ways for high-profile projects. This position can be in our Chicago , Houston,  Kansas City, New York, or Seattle office location. Please indicate which office(s) you are interested in working. 

    With roots in wayfinding and signage design, we take great pride in creating innovative multi-platform design systems that help people find their way. We know that our success depends on a team of people who share this passion. If you find inspiration in tackling complex information in order to produce intuitive and thoughtful design solutions, we want to hear from you.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Creates unique designs and signage programs for wayfinding projects at all scales from corporate office environments to international airports.
  • Understand target audiences' cognitive, cultural, physical and social environment to lead in the planning and executing of design.
  • Plan, analyze and create visual solutions to communication problems.
  • Interface with clients on project needs.
  • May supervise junior team members on project assignments.
  • Leads mock-up design reviews for errors before the final production or client presentation.
  • May participate in marketing efforts with other senior staff such as client interviews and proposal preparation.
  • Assist in all phases of project planning and implementation including concept design, design development, construction development, construction documents, bidding and fabrication for way finding/signage and graphic/ branding projects in the studio.
  • Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.
  • Travel may be required.
  • Overtime may be required.
  • The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.

    • Required Skills

  • Knowledge of wayfinding theory and principals required.
  • Knowledge of the environmental graphic design and implementation process required.
  • Knowledge of materials and methods used in wayfinding and signage.
  • Knowledge of corporate branding as it applies to architectural applications required.
  • Knowledge of architectural scales, sections, plans and elevations required.
  • Knowledge of construction documentation and specification techniques.
  • Must possess design talent, creative energy, management and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in utilizing Adobe Creative Suite for design.
  • Proficiency in MS Office such as Outlook, Office, Excel, etc.
  • Ability to supervise others.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to anticipate, identify and troubleshoot problems and recognize alternative actions.
  • Ability to provide excellent, consistent service to internal and external clients in a professional manner.
  • Ability to work in 3D software such as Revit, Sketchup, Rhino, etc is a plus.
  • Knowledge about design elements, such as color and composition.
  • Ability to effectively meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team environment and must possess good interpersonal skills.
  • Travel may be required.
  • Overtime may be required.
  • The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.

    • Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education and location. The typical salary range for this position is $67,000 to $76,000.

    Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in architecture, graphic design, industrial design or related degree required.
  • 5 plus years of related experience in with the design, development and implementation of large scale environmental graphic design projects required .
  • LEED credential required within 12 months of employment. 

    • HOK is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits plan to meet their current and future needs. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(K) savings plans; disability, life and accident insurance; paid time off (PTO); and parental leave. In addition, HOK employees enjoy a flexible work schedule with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.

    HOK is a drug-free workplace.

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