Architectural Designer

Job Description

Architectural Designer | CannonDesign

The Tone:
This is an entry-level position at CannonDesign, a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. The company creates and brings solutions to life that address significant challenges for clients and society. At its core is Living-Centered Design, a commitment to reshaping the world for the better, which drives a meaningful and lasting impact every day. This role is an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to both design and technical aspects under direct supervision.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Team: Multi-disciplinary team, collaborating closely with design and technical leadership, under the direct supervision of a Licensed Architect and project leadership.
• Mission: To contribute to the architectural design process, documentation, and research efforts as an integral member of various project teams.
• Tech Stack: Illustrator, Photoshop, Sketch-up, Revit, Enscape, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Design Contribution: Contribute to the design process by utilizing various software platforms such as Illustrator, Photoshop, and Sketch-up.
• Model Building: Build physical building models to support design visualization and development.
• Documentation Production: Produce architectural documentation under the supervisory direction of project leadership.
• Presentation Graphics: Produce graphics materials and images specifically for client presentations under supervisory direction.
• Project Support: Assist with product research and building code information, and participate in the review of shop drawings and submittals.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or a related field is required by hire date, with a degree from an accredited program preferred.
• Experience: A strong creative design portfolio is essential for this position.
• Skills: Must possess strong communication, teamwork, presentation, graphics, and organizational skills, along with the ability to handle multiple projects. Required proficiency includes Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Bonus: Proficiency with Revit and Enscape is preferred.