Junior Graphic Designer

About the Role

Forms+Surfaces creates and manufactures architectural products used in high-traffic public places around the world, including airports, transit centers, corporate campuses, civic buildings, and streetscapes. The company is known for products that are built to perform in demanding environments while staying grounded in strong design quality.

The Brand Design Group is looking for a Junior Graphic Designer to help shape how the brand appears across many channels and applications. This position is suited to a designer who wants to broaden their skills, work across a mix of formats, build craft through close mentorship, and contribute to a brand that is experienced in real-world built environments globally.

Brand and Visual Design

• Create layouts for both printed and digital materials such as email marketing, web graphics, brochures, sales support pieces, and internal templates.
• Use typography, grid structure, and visual ordering thoughtfully to keep the brand look consistent across all touchpoints.
• Assist sales, marketing, and product teams while preserving the clarity and consistency of the visual system.
• Help keep the brand identity fresh, recognizable, and aligned with the company’s core values.

Digital and Interactive Design

• Support the creation of web pages, digital experiences, and modular design systems in Figma.
• Develop layouts and prototypes that combine brand personality with practical usability.

Motion and Storytelling

• Produce 2D motion graphics for websites, social content, and presentation materials.
• Turn campaign ideas into connected visual stories across multiple formats.

Requirements

• A portfolio that demonstrates strong concept development and consistent visual execution across print, digital, and motion work.
• Good command of composition, layout, grid systems, and typography.
• Working understanding of UX and UI principles.
• Hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and After Effects, plus Figma.
• Proven 2D motion design ability shown in portfolio work.
• Interest in using AI tools in creative workflows and willingness to incorporate tools such as Claude into daily design practice.
• Collaborative mindset, openness to feedback, and a clear desire to keep learning and growing.
• BA or BFA in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice to Have

• Experience with 3D motion design.
• Exposure to component-based design systems.
• Background or familiarity with manufacturing, industrial design, or architectural product environments.
• Prior use of LLM tools such as Claude or ChatGPT for creative or production tasks.

What You’ll Receive

• One-on-one mentorship from the Creative Lead and support from the wider Brand Design Group.
• Exposure to the complete range of in-house design work, including brand systems, product launches, web development, campaigns, and custom design tools.
• Close access to product development, photography, and engineering teams.
• An active creative workflow that incorporates AI tools.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid role with three in-office days each week at the Carpinteria office. The role reports to the Creative Lead and sits within the Brand Design Group, working alongside visual media creation and social media management. Forms+Surfaces is an equal opportunity employer and values an inclusive workplace for all employees.