Senior Environmental Graphic Designer

About the Position

Senior Environmental Graphic Designer

At NewGround, we believe the right environment can change how people work, connect, and succeed. As a leading design and delivery firm, we partner with our clients to turn vision into reality. Our work is powered by clear communication, true collaboration, bold innovation, service-driven thinking, and a commitment to excellence, all centered in our defining core values. In the role of Senior Environmental Graphic Designer, you will help lead the development of meaningful branded experiences, translating ideas, stories, and identities into creative environmental graphics that strengthen the connection between people, brand, and place.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and management of assigned graphic programs from concept through production.
• Develop innovative, original, and brand relevant design content.
• Participate in and contribute to internal project kickoffs, brainstorming sessions, design reviews, and other collaborative project meetings.
• Collaborate with the Design team in the development of presentation content and project storytelling.
• Present concepts and designs to internal teams, the Director of Branded Environments, and clients as appropriate.
• Coordinate and collaborate with the Creative Director, Branded Environments team, Program Management, Project Architects, Interior Designers, and other project team members.
• Collaborate with production designers, vendors, printers, installers, construction teams, and field staff to ensure accurate, timely, and cost effective execution of design intent.
• Support the professional development of junior staff through guidance, collaboration, feedback, and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to Business Development efforts through project storytelling, presentations, creative expertise, and other support as appropriate.

Requirements

• Four to eight years of professional experience as a Graphic Designer, Environmental Graphic Designer, or in a related design role.
• Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, or degree in Visual Communications, Graphic Design, or a related discipline preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and Acrobat, with continued development of Adobe Creative Suite expertise.
• Strong knowledge of graphic design principles, environmental graphics, branding, production processes, media, and current design trends.
• Advanced knowledge of production processes and experience working with third party printers, vendors, fabricators, and installers.

Nice to Have

• Experience in a creative agency, architecture firm, multidisciplinary design environment, or in house design team preferred.

We Offer

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sabbatical program

About the Company

NewGround International helps brands plan, design, and build innovative spaces that drive growth. With 100+ years of experience and an all-in-house team, we deliver Strategy, Design, Build, and Interiors from start to finish. Headquartered in St. Louis with offices in Chicago and Waterloo, Ontario.