Senior Experiential Designer

Description

At MA Design, we believe that great design has the power to transform lives and communities. We are a team of passionate architects, designers, and thinkers who are committed to creating spaces that inspire, uplift, and enrich the human experience. 

If you are passionate about design, driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to join MA Design. Together, let's create spaces that make a difference.

In the Senior Experiential Designer role, you will manage all aspects of multiple projects from beginning to completion, including management of all staff assigned to project teams. You will also create original experiential graphic design concepts that convey client brand and culture and provide other graphic design expertise as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of any given project and lead project teams through entire project lifecycle.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and scope of work; serve as primary client liaison.
• Work with other XD and Graphic Designers, Interior Designers and Architectural Designers to create original and creative concepts that convey brand and culture; turn client's brand into a creative 3D artistic experience.
• Reads and interprets architectural drawings to determine interior and/or exterior experiential graphic opportunities and designs graphic concepts.
• Creates original concepts for graphics within the parameters of company's existing graphic standards; applies to a variety of interior and exterior surfaces to assist, enhance, and/or increase wayfinding and visual information.
• Creates photo visualizations and mockups (with Adobe software and/or by hand) of proposed graphics for placement, content and/or usage.
• Schedule production activities and staffing in alignment with available project hours.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations' policies and applicable laws. May be responsible for completing performance appraisals for junior staff as assigned.
• Support organizational efforts to retain new clients and/or projects through marketing research, strategic communications and strategic planning.
• Mentors junior staff.
• Assist marketing department with presentation layouts, template creation and other graphic needs as needed.

Qualifications:

• Required: Associates, Bachelors, and/or Masters degree in graphic design or equivalent field; 8 years of professional graphic design experience
• Preferred: 5 years in project lead position
• Knowledge of graphic design fundamentals, materials, assembly and installation techniques 
• Accountable for the preparation of proposals, contracts, and adherence to internal project budgets; works with Accounting to complete monthly billings
• Expertise in Adobe Software (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) 
• Strong typography and composition design skills
• Knowledge of printing and signage procedures and requirements
• Skill in verbal and written communication, editing and proofreading
• Strong understanding of M+A’s business, culture, and clients in order to convey a consistent tone and style
• Ability to develop and present fresh, creative visual concepts
• Experience leading a project from concept to implementation, and managing consultants
• High attention to detail and accuracy while meeting time constraints and budget limitations 
• Excellent leadership, problem solving, and communication skills, and effective client relationship skills 

Why choose MA?

Rooted in a set of core values, we prioritize our people above all else. We have cultivated a collaborative and inclusive culture where every voice is celebrated and every contribution is recognized. We firmly believe in nurturing the growth and development of our team members, offering continuous opportunities for learning, mentorship, and professional advancement.

By joining our talented team at MA Design, you will embark on an extraordinary journey fueled by creativity and innovation. As an integral part of our passionate team, you will contribute to making a positive and lasting impact on the world through the transformative power of design. Together, we will craft spaces that not only fulfill their functional purpose but also leave an enduring impression on those who experience them.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Options for Health Savings Account and Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Basic life insurance coverage provided by MA
• Opportunities for additional life insurance, disability, critical illness, and accident coverage
• Leadership opportunities
• Paid time off (PTO) bank merges sick, vacation, and personal time, which allows you to the flexibility to use your paid time off as you see fit
• Seven paid holidays, plus two half-day paid holidays and two floating paid holidays 
• 401(k) profit sharing plan and retirement savings advising
• Certification and licensure assistance
• Ongoing career development and advancement opportunities
• Mentorship program
• Impromptu get-togethers
• Flexible Schedule
• Opportunities for community engagement with our CSR partners
• Casual atmosphere with a supportive and collaborative team

Our Core Values

• Always Passionate
• Give More Than You Get
• Relentlessly Innovative
• Stronger Together
• Energetically Optimistic
• Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable
• Treat Others As They Want To Be Treated

MA Design 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.