Designer - Part Time or Full Time
PlaceWorks
Professional Area:
Urban Design
Experience:
1-3 years
Email:
careers@placeworks.com
Location:
Berkeley, CA
PlaceWorks is a multi-disciplinary firm of approximately 110 planners, urban designers, landscape architects, and technical specialists in several offices working in the fields of city planning, environmental review, urban design, landscape architecture, GIS, and public participation. We have a strong commitment to sustainable planning and design, as well as empowering and improving communities. Please take a look at our website (www.placeworks.com) to find out more about the work we do.
We are seeking a talented designer to provide exceptional graphics support for our Berkeley office. This multi-disciplinary position plays a vital role in assisting a diverse team of planners, urban designers, and landscape architects. In addition to traditional print graphic design, the candidate will have the opportunity to work on a wide array of technology and media related projects, such as: web design and development, video content and animations, 3D modeling, visualizations, and map making, just to name a few.
We have a fast-paced office filled with employees that can multi-task on a wide-range of projects. The position’s workload will vary. The ideal candidate will have the following:
Responsibilities:
¨ Create layouts of documents and materials of various types and sizes, ranging from postcards to 100-page magazine-style plans.
¨ Assist in developing outreach campaigns and branding concepts (logos, templates, and colors) for a range of planning projects.
¨ Assist in developing client websites using WordPress, with some HTML and CSS tinkering.
¨ Assist in creating outreach videos and animations.
¨ Assist in 3D modeling and rendering using SketchUp, and post-production work using Photoshop.
Skills and Abilities:
¨ Clearly understand the interplay between spacing, color, typography, and geometries.
¨ Expert knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite, Word, and PowerPoint isrequired.
¨ Experience in WordPress and web development isrequired.
¨ Experience in SketchUp, 3D modeling, animations, and video content is highly desired.
¨ Familiarity with ArcGIS and map making is desired, but not required.
Education and Experience:
¨ 2 years of related experience performing the responsibilities listed above.
¨ Degree in Urban Studies, Graphic Design, or related field.
We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a casual yet focused work environment. PlaceWorks is an equal opportunity employer.