Brand Director

We’re looking for a Brand Director with signage and wayfinding expertise to join our Austin Lifestyle Studio—where we shape experiences across Texas and beyond. Our work spans college football stadiums, MLS venues, hospitality destinations, landmark lifestyle districts, high‑rises, and iconic workplace brands. At the heart of our studio is an experience‑driven mindset—where brand strategy, storytelling, and spatial design converge to create places people love. As the Brand Director, you will work with clients across industries and the world to express their story in multiple media from spaces and places to digital, print, signage and wayfinding. Responsibilities Collaborate with brand team members across the region to develop projects that achieve distinctiveness and recognition for clients and the firm Build and maintain excellent client relationships, aware of relevant client information Lead and manage the design and detailing of signage and wayfinding systems at all scales Manage the detailing of environmental graphics projects at all scales Manage project financial performance Assist in the development of proposals and collaborate in the strategic development of new business Manage project staffing/hours Mentor designers in the signage process Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of experience in signage and wayfinding within an architecture or design firm Experience in environmental graphic design is a plus Experience with concept design through implementation of code signage, wayfinding signage Project Management experience; coordinating and keeping projects on schedule, time and on budget Ability to effectively prioritize with strong time management skills in a fast‑paced environment Understanding of room numbering, user journeys with relation to navigation, building code requirements and design standards Intermediate to advanced skills in Sketch Up, Revit, AutoCAD, MS Office Suite and the Adobe Creative Suite Superior verbal and written communication skills Highly organized with a strong attention to detail High level of professionalism and strong sense of urgency Ability to work with minimal guidance; proactive, motivated, self‑starter Flexibility and ability to handle and manage change effectively and efficiently Established success working on multiple tasks/projects at the same time Ability to interact professionally with all levels of the firm, clients, and subcontractors Must be able to work overtime on an as‑needed basis Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage Wellness programs and flex spending Paid holidays and paid time off 401(k), profit sharing, and employee stock ownership Twice‑annual bonus opportunities Reimbursement for professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees Tuition reimbursement for eligible programs or classes Location & Relocation This position is in‑person and based in Austin, Texas. Successful candidates should be located in the Austin area; however, we welcome non‑local candidates who are willing to relocate. Equal Employment Opportunity We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gensler