Founded in 1991, KTGY is a Great Places to Work certified design firm focused on architecture, branding, interiors, and planning specializing in residential, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use environments. Our firm and our work are guided by a continuous focus on innovation, creativity, collaboration, and a deep responsibility we feel towards enhancing communities and neighborhoods. Our architects, designers, and planners combine big-picture opportunities, leading-edge sustainable practices, and impeccable design standards to create memorable destinations of enduring value.

Role Overview

Works in a collaborative manner within a small branding design team, in all aspects of the digital art, graphic design and branding process including preparation of presentations and layouts, environmental graphics, branding, logo development, identity, signage and wayfinding, typography, promotional and collateral materials, and custom artwork within a creative, fast-paced interior and architecture design firm. Uses a team-based approach with other Designers, Interns, Lead Designers and the Director on a variety of projects and assignments. Assignments and design direction primarily comes from the Design Lead, or Director. The ideal candidate is a passionate individual, with an eagerness to learn and develop strong and thoughtful conceptual skills that ultimately result in multi-layered brand identities.

D uties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to collaborate and support all designers in the conceptualization, design, and development of branding projects from preliminary concept and critical thinking through fabrication and delivery
• Supports the design team with concept ideation to generate dynamic and engaging design ideas
• Able to perform in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
• Performs assignments with instructions as to the general results expected with guidance from Senior Designers and Creative Brand Director
• Prepares preliminary design concepts and alternatives for review by a Design Lead or senior management
• Ability to support the creation of concept design packages, brand identity systems and final artwork throughout all design phases for concept, bidding and fabrication purposes
• Ability to execute project tasks accurately and efficiently
• Able to support and complement Design Lead, or Director with the preparation of client presentations and meetings, when applicable
• Other duties as assigned my management

Design:

• Use graphic design principles to clarify and elevate design concepts, narratives, and presentations
• Demonstrates an understanding for branding strategies and implementations as it pertains to the built environment and guest experiences
• Displays strong creative design skills including concept development
• Displays competent, skillful thought regarding color theory, typography and composition
• Works with project teams to create client presentations of design work including graphic sketches, logos, renderings, graphics, brand collateral and concept imagery

Technical:

• Familiar with print and digital production processes as well as best practices
• Possess knowledge of graphic design methods, especially typography, layout, and production methods
• Deep working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Cloud (specifically Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and file creation, maintenance, and efficiency
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

General Expectations

• Possess strong communication skills to effectively convey creative ideas internally
• Ability to work collaboratively within project teams, or independently when needed
• Shows an interest and dedication in acquiring new skills and a greater understanding of job expectations
• Organized, detail-oriented and thorough work style exhibiting pride and ownership in the quality of work

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree from an accredited Design program
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in proven graphic design field or agency, preferably in branding with hospitality, food and beverage or retail experience, but not required
• Experience collaborating with interior design or architecture fields preferred, but not required

As part of the Team, You'll Enjoy:

• Company paid medical, dental and vision coverage with buy-up options, basic life and AD&D upon enrollment day one
• 401k match with full vesting upon enrollment
• Professional Development Programs including continued education reimbursement and bonus' on certain licenses
• Hybrid work schedule option flexibility
• PTO, and an Alternative Work Week option
• Wellness benefits and gym membership discounts
• Access to mental health and coaching resources
• Being part of a team that is passionate about supporting the success of our employees

To learn more about our work, visit our website and follow us on Instagram @ktgygroup.