Graphic Designer and Visual Storyteller | Portland, OR

Graphic Designer and Visual Storyteller | Portland, OR Job Posting Aug. 12, 2026 At BRIC , we believe great design begins with listening, collaboration, and meaningful engagement. We use visual communication to help communities understand ideas, participate in conversations, and imagine new possibilities. BRIC Architecture is seeking a Graphic Designer and Visual Storyteller who can transform complex ideas, processes, and stories into compelling visual communications. This role partners with architectural, marketing, and firm leadership teams to create thoughtful and engaging graphics that support project pursuits, community engagement, design communication, and firm marketing initiatives. From proposals and presentations to diagrams, illustrations, publications, and digital media, you'll help shape how BRIC communicates its work and values through visual storytelling. What You'll Do As Graphic Designer and Visual Storyteller at BRIC, you will: Develop print and digital graphics that support proposals, interviews, marketing initiatives, and project communications. Create diagrams, infographics, illustrations, presentations, and other visual tools that communicate architectural processes, project stories, and design concepts. Collaborate with marketing staff, planners, architects, and engagement professionals to translate complex information into clear and engaging visual content. Support the development and evolution of BRIC's graphic standards, templates, and visual identity. Produce collateral that strengthens project storytelling and communicates the impact of our work to clients, communities, and stakeholders. Contribute to website, social media, publication, and awards submissions. Assist with the creation of renderings, presentation graphics, and visual materials that support community engagement and design workshops. Manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining quality, consistency, and attention to detail. What You Bring Associate or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Illustration, Fine Arts, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Professional experience developing graphic communications in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment. Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Experience creating layouts, infographics, data visualizations, and presentation materials. Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint and other presentation platforms. Experience translating technical or complex information for non-technical audiences. Experience with architectural visualization, rendering workflows, or architecture-related software is a plus. Familiarity with Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, or similar visualization tools is a plus. Experience supporting community engagement initiatives, educational environments, or public-sector projects is a plus. Experience with visual facilitation, graphic recording, or workshop-based communications is a plus. What We're Looking For Successful candidates will demonstrate: Strong visual storytelling and graphic communication skills. The ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging, and accessible visuals. Curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Attention to detail and a commitment to design quality. Comfort working with technical professionals and incorporating feedback through an iterative design process. Alignment with BRIC's mission, values, and community-centered approach. About Our Firm BRIC is a community-focused architecture firm that works alongside students, educators, and local stakeholders to engage in authentic conversations. Our work is inherently collaborative; we champion processes that encourage diverse voices to co-create comprehensive design solutions. We partner with our clients to examine long-standing assumptions, reimagine existing buildings, and plan for innovative new facilities that inspire a more humane and just world. Together, we're designing safe, equitable, and sustainable environments that empower learners to change the world. BRIC Architecture, Inc. is one of Oregon's largest majority-woman-owned architecture firms. The Society for Marketing Professional Services is the only marketing organization dedicated to creating business opportunities in the A/E/C industry.Learn more » #J-18808-Ljbffr SMPS Oregon