Visual Graphic Designer

Description:

Join a team where design meets purpose. At RLF, we create high-performance environments that inspire and nurture the human spirit. For over 90 years, we have been a nationally recognized architecture, engineering, and interior design firm. With a focus on healthcare and federal projects, we deliver impactful, innovative spaces that shape communities and improve lives.

We’re a passionate, collaborative team that values excellence, relationships, and fun. If you're looking to make a difference through meaningful work, let’s build something great together.

The Visual Graphic Designer is responsible for participating in the creative vision and design excellence of the firm. This significant role ensures the delivery of innovative, high-quality architectural and design solutions that align with the firm's mission and client expectations. This position requires collaboration with project teams, clients, and leadership to establish design strategies and maintain a culture of creativity and innovation.

In this role you will:

• Collaborate with the Studio Fritz team to support internal and external requests for architectural visuals and graphic design, delivering clear, compelling design concepts across projects.
• Translate complex ideas related to the built environment into clear, engaging visual content for both internal and external audiences.
• Develop, maintain, and evolve RLF’s design standards and corporate brand identity; design and manage internal templates and visual systems.
• Participate in the firm’s website redesign and provide ongoing design, updates, and visual maintenance for digital platforms.
• Design high-quality, client-facing deliverables, including project narratives, infographics, signage, branding materials, and environmental graphics.
• Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to understand project goals, constraints, and opportunities, translating insights into effective visual solutions.
• Provide graphic design and visual communication support to the Marketing team as needed.
• Maintain quality control and ensure visual consistency, accuracy, and brand alignment across all design deliverables.
• Represent the firm in client meetings, design reviews, presentations, and industry events as appropriate.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary design teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and design excellence.
• Support business development efforts through the creation of proposals, presentations, and pursuit-related graphics.
• Create and execute impactful design solutions that elevate the client experience and support the firm’s business objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Architecture or Interior Design from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of four years of experience in architectural design and graphic design.
• Experience in the Architecture, Engineering, and Design (AEC) industry strongly preferred.
• Ability to work well under pressure, managing multiple projects and prioritizing deadlines.
• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional creativity and innovative and high-quality design work.
• Excellent communication, emotional intelligence, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in software such as Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of SketchUp, Revit, Enscape, and Lumion a plus.
• Ability to balance creativity with technical and financial feasibility.
• Experience working with diverse project types, including private healthcare and federal.
• Experience with motion graphics, web design, video editing, or illustration is a plus.
• Flexibility in work hours may be required to meet project deadlines and business needs.
• A portfolio or link to portfolio must be included for consideration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Why join us?

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Hybrid office (in-office T-Th; WFH M, F)
• PTO and holidays
• Paid Health, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life and AD&D Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Life and Ancillary Insurance Plans
• Professional Certification Reimbursement
• Professional Organization Membership Reimbursement
• Wellness Incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Assistance
• Identity Theft Plan and Legal Plan
• Volunteer Time Off
• Pet Insurance

Amount of Travel Required:

This position may require occasional travel, some of which may be international.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information:

RLF conducts background checks and drug screening after an offer of employment has been made. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by RLF or an RLF client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Agency Disclaimer:

All vendors must have a signed RLF Placement Agreement from the Director of Human Resources to receive payment for placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the RLF staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to RLF, and any resume submitted to any employee outside of RLF Human Resources, will be considered property of RLF. RLF will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Visa Sponsorship:

RLF is not accepting applications for sponsorship at this time (e.g., H-1B or TN Visas).

EEO Statement:

RLF is committed to attracting and retaining top talent by fostering a creative, inclusive, and respectful work environment. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. RLF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.