Sr. Graphic Designer - Editorial Design Job at Populous in San Francisco

We have delivered civic, sports, and entertainment venues worldwide and offer opportunities for growth within a collaborative environment.Location: San FranciscoWho We Are Looking ForAs a Senior Graphic Designer, you will collaborate in the creation of refined and compelling editorial content that reflects the creativity and energy of the Populous brand. Our preferred candidate will have prior experience in the AEC industry, and an interest in working in a dynamic global design environment.What Your Day Could Consist OfDesign and art direct a range of architecture and design editorial deliverables including Populous’ branded publications, guidebooks, monographs, design-centric tabloids, digital content, and more.Curate imagery for publication design in compelling visual layouts that communicate concept, context, and design intent.Develop and maintain cohesive visual systems across multi-page documents, ensuring clarity, narrative flow, and strong design.Design Review and CritiqueCollaborate with writers, directors, and other designers to bring content to life through striking layouts, typographic hierarchy, and image direction.Manage and mentor junior designers, guiding the creation of design materials and ensuring content deliverables meet high-quality standards.Requirements For SuccessExcellent visual and conceptual storytelling skills—an ability to think critically about cohesive narrative themes and bring them to life through great graphic layouts.Comprehensive editorial design expertise and a broad visual design perspective to translate stories within the AEC context.Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator) and Microsoft Office Suite; working knowledge of Figma, Miro, motion, or web design tools is a plus.Ability to balance strategy with design execution to guide creative projects from ideation to final delivery.Passion for design excellence with a commitment to clear, narrative-driven work outcomes.Comfort and skill in copyrighting and editing is a plus.Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team.Highly self-motivated with the ability to excel in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.Essential QualificationsBachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Graphic Design, Visual Communication or related field.10+ years of editorial design experience with a portfolio demonstrating sophisticated layout, typography, and brand storytelling.Additional detailsTravel will be required (less than 10%).Overtime may be necessary.CompensationThe projected salary range for this opportunity is $140,000 - $160,000 annually, and may be more or less depending on skills, experience and education.Populous offers a competitive salary and bonus packages. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C; No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C; No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C.Find us here - https://populous.com/careersHeadings and rolesSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information TechnologyIndustries: Architecture and PlanningWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way.