Experiential Graphic Designer II

Experiential Graphic Designer II – FKP | CannonDesign

We are looking for a creative professional who thrives on solving design challenges and reimagining how brand identity comes to life across a range of environments—from commercial workplaces to healthcare and sports settings.

About the Role

The Environmental Graphic Designer II works closely with global brands, partnering with interior designers and architects to elevate spaces into memorable experiences. This is an opportunity to contribute to our Living‑Centered Design movement.

Here’s What You’ll Do

Participate in all phases of the design process from concept development through artwork production.

Translate clients’ needs and ideas into compelling concepts that express their mission and purpose.

Support project execution from storyboard to final design.

Engage by using curiosity, empathy, and intuition to clarify complex ideas, visions, and strategies.

Design creative, highly detailed solutions across all media types, including two‑ and three‑dimensional graphics, signage, and exhibits.

Develop documentation for design projects—graphic programs, wayfinding, signage systems, donor recognition programs, and interpretive exhibits—under the direction of design leaders.

Produce camera‑ready artwork for fabrication.

Communicate during team calls and actively engage in design critique.

Prepare visualizations and mockups of proposed signage and graphic content on digital models.

Collaborate with design leaders on the EGD team and the larger project team.

Here’s What You’ll Need

Minimum bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Architecture, or related field.

Minimum of 4 years of related experience.

Strong design portfolio and background across multiple markets.

Strong typography skills.

Robust communication skills and proven strategies for collaborating in fast‑moving, complex project teams.

Demonstrated skill and interest in three‑dimensional design, wayfinding, exhibition design, and environmental graphics.

Working knowledge of all phases of the design process.

Analytical and independent thinker.

Attention to detail.

Proficiency on Mac with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign; skills in Revit and SketchUp are a plus.

Salary & Benefits

Salary range : $56,795 – $70,948 annually (Chicago, IL)

We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account options, and voluntary insurances. Additional perks include paid time off, flex‑time schedules, hybrid work options, a 401(k) plan, and employee perk programs.

About Our Firm

CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. At the heart of everything we do is Living‑Centered Design—a commitment to using our talents to improve and reshape the world for the better.

About Working Here

We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration and consistent delivery of top service.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees, supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives through our DEI Council, Employee Resource Groups, and community programs.

We value communication and transparency; we encourage open dialogue around ideas and challenges.

All employees are required to complete mandatory compliance training within specified timeframes and adhere to our Code of Conduct.

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign’s policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.

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