Illustrator / Graphic Design

We design places where people love to be together.

Populous is a global design firm that began with a singular focus: to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments.

We’ve designed and delivered some of the world’s most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground‑breaking live music venues. We offer the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.

Professional & Personal Development Programs

Summer Hours

On‑Site Gym (Dallas/KC)

We are seeking a highly skilled Experiential Graphic Designer with advanced conceptual thinking, spatial storytelling ability, and expertise in translating brand strategy into built environments. You operate independently across design phases, contributing creative direction and experiential brand expression for complex projects across a variety of venues and environments.

Leading major portions of experiential graphic design development.

Creating and refining narrative frameworks, conceptual directions, and spatial brand expressions.

Translating brand strategy into immersive, cohesive experiences within architectural spaces.

Managing detailed construction documentation, specifications, and fabrication‑ready design content.

Guiding design quality through ongoing review and coordination with project teams.

Supporting client interactions by presenting design rationale.

Providing structured mentorship to Designer I and Designer II team members.

Advanced branding, spatial storytelling, and experiential graphic design sensibilities.

Advanced understanding of spatial design, typography, color, and scale in the built environment.

Advanced communication skills and ability to present design intent clearly.

Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat).

Familiar with project management methodologies, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and stay on schedule.

Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Graphic Design or a related field.

6-10 years of experience in a graphic design or experiential studio environment.

Proven ability to independently manage project components and deliverables.

Experience with large scale branded environments or complex environmental graphics.

Proficiency in 3D visualization tools is a plus (SketchUp, Autodesk 3ds Max, Blender, or Rhino).

Travel may be required.

Populous offers a competitive salary and bonus packages. We strive to offer our staff the best benefits package in the industry, at the lowest cost to employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, FSA/HSA, paid time off and continuing education benefits.

We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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