Architectural Graphic Designer

About Robert Hidey Architects (RHA):

RHA is a 30-year award winning, international design firm that works on a diverse range of projects where quality, creativity, and innovation are prioritized. Our diverse national and international portfolio of projects includes single-family/multi-family/custom residential design, mixed use, amenity buildings, build-to-rent, and land planning in a range of locales. Our office is comprised of talented individuals who collaborate on every project to find innovative solutions that respond to the needs of our clients, their project goals, and the built environment. Recognized as leaders in the industry, Robert Hidey Architects is fortunate to have a loyal clientele that regularly seeks out innovative and fresh design solutions to today’s challenges.

We are currently searching for an Architectural Graphics Designer to join our team. This is a 100% in-office position at our Irvine, CA office.

What we offer:

• RHA offers a Flex Time workweek which gives full-time employees the flexibility to create their own arrival and departure schedule, as long as they are present during RHA’s core hours of 9am to 5pm.
• RHA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including employee paid Medical, Dental, and AD&D coverage. Group Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance are paid in full [DW1] by the Company for the employee.
• Additional benefits include FSA and 401K with match.
• Half day Fridays.
• Competitive salary with eligibility in the annual bonus pool.
• Professional development assistance.

What you’ll need:

• Degree in Communication Arts and/or Graphic Design with at least 3 years of experience in an Architectural office.
• Consistent work history in a professional Architectural office setting with strong professional references.
• Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing Adobe Suite and Bluebeam.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit is a plus.
• Familiarity with common architectural principles, terms, and design concepts.
• Color and Material Selection experience required
• Possess clear and effective communication and organizational skills.

What you’ll do:

• Be the company point person for anything and everything Graphics related, staying current with relevant trends.
• Collaborate with Design Team to generate colored Site Plans, Floor Plans, and Elevation graphics that accurately depict the overall project.
• Produce colored Street Scenes and Renderings.
• Create graphics for award submittals and marketing material that support company initiatives.
• Generate digital and physical color and material selections, color boards, and/or color schemes.
• Comply with the various jurisdictional requirements for submittal packages ensuring their completeness and accuracy.
• Manage and maintain office graphic standards and material libraries.
• Manage and maintain company portfolio and website.
• Interface and coordinate with outside vendors for material samples.
• Must be able to work and excel in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing multiple projects with varying deadlines and budgets.

Pay: $23.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Architectural office: 3 years (Preferred)
• Adobe Photoshop: 3 years (Required)
• Adobe InDesign: 3 years (Preferred)
• AutoCAD: 3 years (Preferred)
• Revit: 3 years (Preferred)
• Color and Material Selection: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Irvine, CA 92612 (Required)

Work Location: In person