About the role
Position Overview
Kolar, located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, is an award-winning team that specializes in bridging best-in-class interiors, brand experience, and spatial design—built on measurable insights that spark positive change.
Kolar is currently hiring for an Intermediate Environmental Graphic Designer and is open to a variety of experience levels and tiers. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about delivering thoughtful, innovative, and transformative solutions in the built environment. This role is ideal for a trailblazer who is ready to take ownership of project delivery while supporting the organization’s strategic direction, vision, and values.
Our Intermediate Designers work in fast-paced, multi-disciplinary teams within a variety of Sectors (including Academic, Civic, Corporate, Healthcare, and Mixed Use) to design meaningful experiences which reflect our client’s brands. This position requires a highly creative problem solver, with strong interpersonal and communication skills, who is collaborative and curious.
- Be Transformative. We are innovators driving meaningful change in the way people build relationships with space and with one another. We lead with an open mind. - Make Quality Personal. We are humans who create beautiful experiences for other humans. We engage with empathy. - Be Curious and Dig Deeper. We are opportunity finders, bringing diverse perspectives to the table to learn together. We stay curious. - Succeed as a Team. We are collectively inspired and individually motivated to bring results to life. We deliver on our commitments. - Make a Positive Impact. We are connectors of ideas, influencers of our industry and contributors to our community. We drive positive change.
Design Development
- Nurture and cultivate relationships with internal and external design partners, fostering collaboration and driving innovation. - Utilize firm knowledge of ADA Code and Zoning Code regulations to inform design solutions, ensuring compliance and accessibility. - Proactively source materials and fabrication techniques, staying abreast of industry trends and driving innovation in project deliverables. - Develop a growing understanding of materiality and fabrication techniques to enhance design capabilities and deliver high-quality solutions. - Serve as the project captain for small-scale projects (under $30K), demonstrating leadership and ensuring project success from initiation to completion.
Implementation
- Lead the successful execution of 10+ projects within a specific sector, overseeing all phases of delivery within Graphics and Wayfinding service lines. - Utilize Sign Agent Pro effectively to manage projects, streamline processes, and optimize project outcomes. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate design concepts into actionable plans, ensuring alignment with project objectives and client expectations. - Liaise with vendors and contractors to coordinate fabrication and installation processes, ensuring timely delivery and execution of project requirements. - Conduct regular reviews and quality checks to maintain the highest standards of design integrity and craftsmanship throughout implementation.
Client Services
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional service and serving as a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle. - Communicate effectively with clients, internal teams, and external partners, ensuring clarity and alignment on project objectives and deliverables. - Incorporate client feedback to refine design solutions and enhance project outcomes, demonstrating responsiveness and adaptability.
Required Competencies:
- Proficiency in Sign Agent Pro and other relevant design software. - Strong understanding of ADA and zoning codes, with the ability to navigate and interpret regulatory requirements effectively. - Proactive approach to material sourcing and fabrication techniques, continually seeking opportunities to innovate and elevate design offerings.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in graphic design, environmental design, architecture, or a related field. - Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience, with a proven track record of managing projects from conception to completion within the Graphics and Wayfinding service lines.
Benefits (Begin on the 1st day of employment):
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance - Short-Term Disability - Life Insurance - Eligible for 401(k) Plan and Match (Immediate Vesting) - Computing Hardware and Software provided - Free Parking - Complimentary drinks and snacks
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