architectural designer

BNIM

<div><p><b>Qualified candidates for this architectural designer position in our Kansas City office are passionate about design excellence, sustainability and high-performance projects, with a NAAB accredited degree and 0 -3 years of experience. Experience will clearly show a strong creative design portfolio, which is essential.</b></p><br>
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This position fits a person who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment, who values productivity and efficiency balanced with utmost quality. Qualified candidates should possess the following characteristics and skills.</b></p><p>
Skills:</p>
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Strong design sensibility and approach</li><li>
Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills</li><li>
Strong collaborative and detail-oriented work ethic</li><li>
Proficiency in Revit, Rhino and/or Sketchup, Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office is preferred</li></ul><br>
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 Characteristics:</p>
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Curious and Creative</li><li>
Innovative and Explorative</li><li>
Collaborative and Communicative</li><li>
Self-driven</li></ul><br>
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EEO/Disabled/Veterans</p></div>

Architectural Designer

BNIM Architects

<div><p><b>Qualified candidates for this architectural designer position in our Kansas City office are passionate about design excellence, sustainability and high-performance projects, with a NAAB accredited degree and 0 -3 years of experience. Experience will clearly show a strong creative design portfolio, which is essential.<br>
</b></p><p></p><p><b>This position fits a person who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment, who values productivity and efficiency balanced with utmost quality. Qualified candidates should possess the following characteristics and skills.</b></p></div>
<br><div><p>Skills:
</p><ul><li>Strong design sensibility and approach
</li><li>Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
</li><li>Strong collaborative and detail-oriented work ethic
</li>Proficiency in Revit, Rhino and/or Sketchup, Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office is preferred<br>
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 </li></ul><p></p><p>Characteristics:
</p><ul><li>Curious and Creative
</li><li>Innovative and Explorative
</li><li>Collaborative and Communicative
</li>Self-driven<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p>EEO/Disabled/Veterans</p></div>

Populous

<div><div><b>GRAPHIC DESIGNER I - SIGNAGE &amp; WAYFINDING - 2026 GRADUATE</b></div>
<div><b><i>Location: Kansas City, MO</i></b></div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>I</b><b>nterviews will begin on a rolling basis starting in January</b><b>. Applications will close when positions are filled up or March 13th, whichever occurs first. Please visit poplulous.com/join to learn more about our Americas New Grad Program, our process and FAQ.</b></div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>Who We Are:</b></div>
<div>We design places where people love to be together.</div>
<div></div><div>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.</div>
<div></div><div>We&rsquo;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. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. 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.</div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>What We Offer:</b></div>
<div>Professional &amp; Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + Paid Licensure &amp; Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.</div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>Who We Are Looking For:</b></div>
<div>The preferred candidate will have an interest in working in a dynamic and collaborative global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types; including the design of sports venues, convention centers, community buildings and transportation facilities.</div>
<div></div><div>We are seeking May 2026 graduates who would be interested in joining Populous. We are seeking students that are passionate about pushing the threshold of design and can work in the Kansas City office with our Brand Activation team.</div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>What Your Day Could Consist Of:</b></div>
<ul><li>Create impactful signage and wayfinding design systems for high profile national and international client brands that include the corporate, entertainment, hospitality, collegiate and sports markets.</li>
<li>Conceptualize and design signage systems that celebrate typography, brand, and 3D forma to clearly communicate information and make navigation easy.</li>
<li>Through close collaboration with clients, discover opportunities to amplify the character of a place, conveying the brand&rsquo;s identity in imaginative and compelling ways within venues and facilities.</li>
<li>Collaborate with graphic designers, wayfinding planners, detailers, interior designers and architects.</li>
<li>Manage construction documents and large bodies of information for projects form concept through fabrication and install.</li>
<li>Research, design, and implementation of user centered wayfinding systems for complex places that make navigation easy.</li></ul><br>
<div></div><div><b>Requirements For Success:</b></div>
<ul><li>Exceptional branding and experiential graphic design sensibilities.</li>
<li>Demonstrates the ability to push innovation, solve problems creatively and engage in a dynamic collaborative design environment.</li>
<li>Detail oriented, learns quickly and adapts to new responsibilities.</li>
<li>Understands how to read architectural plans, elevations and details.</li>
<li>Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and staying on schedule.</li>
<li>Desire to work collaboratively with architects, interior designers, and planners. We believe that successful place-making demands and integrated analysis across many disciplines.</li>
<li>Strong work ethic, with demonstrated efficiency, flexibility and a positive spirit.</li>
<li>Strong communication and presentation abilities.</li>
<li>High level of proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat), and MS Office required.</li>
<li>Focused on the future and bringing to life amazing projects within a dynamic company culture.</li></ul><br>
<div></div><div><b>Essential Qualifications:</b></div>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in graphic design preferred.</li></ul><br>
<div></div><div><b>Additional Details:</b></div>
<ul><li>Travel may be required</li>
<li>Overtime may be necessary</li>
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<div></div><div>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. Populous is an equal opportunity employer. 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.</div>
<div></div><div>No. 1 Most Innovative Company in Architecture by <i>Fast Company</i></div>
<div>No. 1 Firm in Cultural on <i>Interior Design </i>magazine&rsquo;s Top 100 Giants</div>
<div>No. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C</div>
<div>No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C</div>
<div>No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C</div>
<div></div><div>Find us here: populous.com/join</div>
<div>Instagram: @WeArePopulous</div>
<div>X: @Populous</div></div><div></div>

Graphic Designer I - Signage & Wayfinding - 2026 Graduate

<div><div><b>Senior Wayfinding Designer</b></div>
<div><b><i>Location: Kansas City, MO</i></b></div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>Who We Are:</b></div>
<div></div><div>We design places where people love to be together.</div>
<div></div><div>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.</div>
<div></div><div>We&rsquo;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. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. 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.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div></div><div><b>What We Offer:</b></div>
<div></div><div>Professional &amp; Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + Paid Architect Licensure &amp; Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.</div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>Who We Are Looking For:
</b></div><div></div><div><b><i>Are you a graphic designer with exceptional signage and wayfinding / environmental design sensibilities?
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<div></div><div>The <b><i>Sr. Wayfinding Designer</i></b> will deliver human-centered solutions that combine principles from architecture, interior design, and environmental graphics to provide a broad range of wayfinding planning, graphic design, and experiential branding for large-scale venues and public event projects.</div>
<div></div><div>Our preferred candidate has 12+ years of proven experience in a studio environment for large-scale public assembly and/or hospitality/entertainment venues. <i>(Applicants without demonstrated experience in wayfinding will not be eligible for consideration).</i></div>
<div></div><div>Collaborating closely with clients to discover opportunities to amplify the character of a place, you&rsquo;ll work with architects, interior designers, and branding professionals to develop cohesive experiential strategies.</div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>What Your Day Could Consist Of:</b></div>
<ul><li>Conceptualizing and designing signage systems that celebrate typography, brand, and 3D forms to clearly communicate information and make navigation easy.</li>
<li>Leading the creation of circulation and user journey maps that inform the spatial and operational design of venues.</li>
<li>Developing spatial strategies, sign location plans, wayfinding messaging, construction document models, and documentation packages.</li>
<li>Utilizing established standards and professional expertise to implement design revisions and respond to project-specific needs.</li>
<li>Overseeing quality assurance and quality control (QAQC) processes throughout design and construction.</li>
<li>Ensuring that intuitive navigation elements, sign systems and graphics are tailored to the needs of diverse users navigating dynamic, high-capacity venues.</li>
<li>Attending site visits as needed to assess and support the quality of implementation.</li>
<li>Representing Populous and lead meetings with clients and stakeholders to review designs and plans.</li></ul><br>
<div></div><div><b>Requirements For Success:</b></div>
<ul><li>Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, CADTools, Adobe Acrobat), Sketch Up, and Microsoft Office Suite.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability with 2D technical drawing, 3D visualization/modeling and rendering, specification writing, and technical detail drawing.</li>
<li>Knowledge of ADA compliance and venue safety protocols related to signage.</li>
<li>Comprehensive knowledge of design principles, fabrication techniques, and material applications including understanding of print production processes and substrates.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.</li>
<li>Positive attitude, resourceful nature, and highly capable problem-solving ability.</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team-oriented collaborative leadership capacity.</li>
<li>Proactive, communicative, and takes initiative, while also demonstrating strong collaboration and teamwork abilities to drive projects forward effectively.</li></ul><br>
<div></div><div><b>Essential Qualifications:</b></div>
<ul><li>12+ years of proven experience in a studio environment for large-scale public assembly and/or hospitality/entertainment venues</li>
<li>An accredited bachelor&rsquo;s degree (or equivalent) in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field.</li>
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<div></div><div><b>Additional details:</b></div>
<ul><li>Travel will be required (less than 10%).</li>
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<div></div><div>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. Populous is an equal opportunity employer. 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.</div>
<div></div><div>No. 1 Most Innovative Company in Architecture by <i>Fast Company</i></div>
<div>No. 1 Firm in Cultural on <i>Interior Design </i>magazine&rsquo;s Top 100 Giants</div>
<div>No. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C</div>
<div>No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C</div>
<div>No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C</div>
<div></div><div><b>Find us here: </b><b>www.populous.com</b></div>
<div><b>Instagram: @WeArePopulous</b></div>
<div><b>X: @Populous</b></div></div>

Senior Wayfinding Designer

Sara Svehla Interior Design

<p><b>Sara Svehla Interior Design</b> is seeking a professional, organized, and self-motivated Interior Designer to join our growing residential design firm in Kansas City, Missouri. This part-time role offers 20&ndash;30 hours per week, with the potential to grow into a full-time position for the right candidate.</p><p>Ideal candidates must be energetic, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment. You will work closely with our Principle and Senior Designer to support all aspects of the design process, from concept development and sourcing to drawings, site visits, and vendor coordination. You should be able to work within existing systems while helping refine processes that support the continued growth of the firm.</p><p><b>RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><ul><li>Assist with all aspects of the residential design process from concept to completion</li><li>Prepare design drawings, 3D renderings, and supporting documentation for client presentations</li><li>Create detailed floor plans, 3D models, and visual presentations using SketchUp or Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.</li><li>Attend client and vendor meetings; take detailed notes and communicate action items clearly</li><li>Coordinate with installers, contractors, and vendors; meet installers onsite at client homes as needed</li><li>Order, organize, and track samples; update and maintain the sample library</li><li>Run errands, including sample pick-ups/drop-offs and procurement-related tasks</li><li>Receive, inspect, and check in merchandise; document and report any issues</li><li>Conduct product and material research; source options based on design direction</li><li>Communicate professionally and promptly with clients, vendors, and team members</li><li>Maintain organized digital files and documentation</li><li>Assist with general office tasks and support day-to-day operational needs</li><li>Stay current with industry trends, materials, and best practices</li></ul><p><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><p><b>Required:</b></p><ul><li><b>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Interior Design</b></li><li>Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and/or SketchUp; must submit examples of work in these platforms</li><li>Strong understanding of basic design principles (scale, proportion, color, materials)</li><li>Up-to-date, professional design portfolio</li><li>Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and Adobe Creative Suite</li><li>Must currently reside in Kansas City, MO, or be willing to relocate</li></ul><p><b>Preferred but not required:</b></p><ul><li>Previous interior design industry experience</li><li>Knowledge of BuilderTrend, Microsoft Teams</li><li>Experience coordinating with contractors, vendors, or trades</li></ul><p><b>WHO YOU ARE</b></p><ul><li>Creative, forward-thinking, and design-oriented</li><li>Highly organized with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Self-motivated, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment</li><li>A positive, solutions-focused team player</li><li>Willing to jump in wherever needed and grow with the firm</li></ul><p><b>WHO WE ARE</b></p><p>Sara Svehla Interior Design is a full-service interior design firm specializing in new builds, luxury renovations, and comprehensive furnishings and decor projects. Serving high-end homeowners and leading home builders throughout the Kansas City Metro, we specialize in creating elevated, livable interiors with a modern yet timeless aesthetic. Our firm is collaborative, detail-driven, and deeply committed to delivering a refined client experience. As we continue to grow, we value team members who are passionate about design, resourceful in their approach, and excited to contribute to a thriving creative environment.</p><p><b>HOURS &amp; COMPENSATION</b></p><ul><li><b>Part-time: 20&ndash;30 hours per week with full-time potential for the right candidate</b></li><li>Availability Monday&ndash;Friday; light travel</li><li>$20-$30/hour, depending on experience</li><li>Potential for the position to expand to full-time</li></ul><p><b>TO APPLY</b></p><p>Please submit the following to <b>hellohome@sarasvehla.com</b>:</p><ul><li>R&eacute;sum&eacute;</li><li>Cover letter</li><li>Professional references</li><li>Portfolio (must include AutoCAD, Revit and/or SketchUp work samples)</li><li>Any relevant design presentations, renderings, or technical drawings</li></ul><p><b>Incomplete applications or submissions missing required portfolio examples will not be considered.</b></p><p>Job Type: Part-time</p><p>Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour</p><p>Expected hours: 20 &ndash; 30 per week</p><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Interior Design: 1 year (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Part-Time Interior Designer

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