Intermediate Designer

Job description

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 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.