Clearstory—Wayfinding and Placemaking, San Francisco

CURRENT JOB OPENINGS

Marketing/Business Development Manager

The successful candidate will drive the marketing and business development program for a woman-owned design firm with a staff of 15-20 people. You will collaborate with firm leadership to create a responsive, strategic, and competitive marketing and business development program. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an established junior to mid-level professional to creatively grow into many new areas and acquire new skills.

The successful candidate will have these attributes:

Strong critical thinking and communication skills
Current AEC industry knowledge and network
Confidence and accountability
Attention to detail and motivation to excel
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Marketing Responsibilities:

Work closely with firm leadership to develop strategic proposals, marketing collateral, interview presentations and materials, while taking the lead on managing quality control and deadlines.
Maintain and update marketing files, including: leads/proposal tracking document, firm qualifications, team resumes, digital photo library, project sheets, RFP documents, submitted qualification packages and proposals, as well as a database of marketing contacts.
Commission or coordinate photography shoots (either individually or in conjunction with an architecture firm). Research and acquire professional photography commissioned by other project team members.
Pro-actively update the firm’s website (with leadership input and design assistance) and maintain CSY’s social media presence.
Create award and conference white paper submissions.
Lead special projects as related to Marketing and Business Development as new systems and tools are deployed.
Mentor CSY staff in the fundamentals for marketing and business development.
Assist and/or lead internal team building and values based workshops. Develop workshop materials and presentations with firm leadership.

Business Development Responsibilities:

Research, track, and review RFPs and RFQs. Review daily lead service emails. Provide summary of information to leadership and assist in go-no-go process.
Provide research and subsequent analysis into markets, prospects, and potential new opportunities and relationships.
Utilize an existing network of industry contacts to draw upon for new business and teaming opportunities as well as have the ability to develop new contacts.
Attend pre-proposal conferences and industry events and conferences to foster and acquire new business opportunities/relationships and maintain knowledge of current industry trends.
Seek out opportunities to promote firm leadership within the industry through conference speaking engagements, local events, and presentations.

Requirements:

Minimum 4 years of experience within the AEC industry preferred.
High level of proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Suite are required. Proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator desired.
A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Art History, Graphic Design, Architecture, or related fields.
Full-time position is preferred, but a 32-34 hour/week commitment will be considered for more experienced candidates.
2-3 references.

Clearstory cultivates a positive, connected, open studio atmosphere, with a hybrid work model. We are committed to a healthy life/work balance and positive environment to support the long-term well being of our team and the creativity of the firm. Clearstory offers a competitive compensation and benefit package in-line with the industry standards and experience. Salary range is $70k-$90K and commensurate with experience.

Revit/AutoCAD Designer

Clearstory is seeking a detail-oriented entry-level Revit/AutoCAD designer to become a part of our energetic and collaborative team. This person will participate in all aspects of Revit/AutoCAD modeling, management, and production for Clearstory.

The successful candidate will have these attributes:

Attention to detail and motivation to excel.
Accuracy and accountability.
Strong analytical and communication skills.
Self-motivation.
Ability to work as an active and collaborative team member.

Responsibilities:

Exporting plans and model views from Revit to support development of presentations.
Modeling sign families; documenting signage locations and messages for construction documents.
Assembling milestone submittals and tracking changes.
Assisting in construction administration tasks.

Requirements:

A bachelors degree in architecture or interior is preferred, but others are welcome to apply.
Proficiency in AutoCAD & Revit (including Xref and linking files, setting up drawing sheets, creating/editing Revit families).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and FileMaker Pro is a plus!

Clearstory cultivates a positive, connected, open-studio atmosphere, with a hybrid work model. Having worked closely over the course of many projects and years, we appreciate each other’s strengths and champion each other’s personal growth and responsibility. We encourage a healthy life-work balance and lighthearted atmosphere to support the long-term well-being of our staff and the firm. Clearstory offers a competitive compensation and benefits package in-line with industry standards and experience.

If you are passionate about contributing to the development of inspired spaces please send your resume and cover letter to: city@clearstorysf.com.

We are a collaborative-based, woman-owned, leading environmental graphic design firm in San Francisco with a team of 19 designers. We specialize in developing wayfinding, interpretive, and placemaking programs for public spaces, including prominent civic developments, healthcare facilities, corporate and educational campuses, as well as parks and open spaces. Collaboration, design excellence, and problem solving are at the foundation of our practice. Our design approach is based on the specific context of the site and/or architectural concepts and features of each project. We are committed to making a positive impact on the built environment and social health of the Bay Area.

We are always interested in talking to talented people who desire to work in a creative collaborative atmosphere.

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Junior Experiential Graphic Designer (EGD)

Clearstory is seeking a motivated junior-level experiential graphic designer (EGD) to become a part of our energetic team. Our next hire will participate in all aspects of delivering exceptional wayfinding and placemaking programs, from concept development through construction documents and construction administration. We hire people, not resumes, and prior EGD experience is not required. It is understood that the junior design position requires mentorship and support from the Clearstory team.

The successful candidate will have these attributes:

Excellent design and typographic skills
Strong critical thinking and communication skills
Confidence and accountability
Attention to detail and motivation to excel
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities:

In collaboration with Clearstory team members, develop all aspects of design presentations throughout the design process including: wayfinding diagrams, schematic design options, elevations, and renderings.
Assist in the development of construction documentation design details and final production art for environmental graphics, donor walls and other components of projects.
During fabrication and installation (construction administration) of the wayfinding and placemaking programs, help oversee production process including: color samples, shop drawings and prototypes.

Requirements:

High level of proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and Acrobat are required. Experience in Revit, AutoCAD and CADTools is a plus.
A Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or Visual Communications is preferred Graduates in Industrial Design, Interior Design, and Architecture will also be considered.
Full-time position of 40 hours a week is required.
2-3 references upon request.

Clearstory cultivates a positive, connected, open studio atmosphere, with a hybrid work model. We are committed to a healthy life/work balance and positive environment to support the long-term well being of our team and the creativity of the firm. Clearstory offers a competitive compensation and benefits package in-line with industry standards and experience. Salary range is $64k-$68K and commensurate with experience.

Revit/AutoCAD Designer

The successful candidate will have these attributes:

Attention to detail and motivation to excel.
Accuracy and accountability.
Strong analytical and communication skills.
Self-motivation.
Ability to work as an active and collaborative team member.

Responsibilities:

Exporting plans and model views from Revit to support development of presentations.
Modeling sign families; documenting signage locations and messages for construction documents.
Assembling milestone submittals and tracking changes.
Assisting in construction administration tasks.

Requirements:

A bachelors degree in architecture or interior design is preferred, but others are welcome to apply.
Proficiency in Revit (including Xref and linking files, setting up drawing sheets, creating/editing Revit families).
Familiarity with AutoCAD.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and FileMaker Pro is a plus!

Signage and experiential graphic design (EGD) is a non-licensed profession. Clearstory does not offer AXP credits towards architectural licensure.

CURRENT JOB OPENINGS

If you are passionate about contributing to the development of inspired spaces please send your resume and cover letter to: city@clearstorysf.com.

We are a collaborative-based, woman-owned, leading environmental graphic design firm in San Francisco with a team of 14 designers. We specialize in developing wayfinding, interpretive, and placemaking programs for public spaces, including prominent civic developments, healthcare facilities, corporate and educational campuses, as well as parks and open spaces. Collaboration, design excellence, and problem solving are at the foundation of our practice. Our design approach is based on the specific context of the site and/or architectural concepts and features of each project. We are committed to making a positive impact on the built environment and social health of the Bay Area.

We are always interested in talking to talented people who desire to work in a creative collaborative atmosphere.

CURRENT JOB OPENINGS

Clearstory is seeking a motivated mid-level experiential graphic designer to become a part of our energetic team. Our next hire will participate in all aspects of wayfinding and placemaking projects, from concept development through construction documents and construction administration. We hire people, not resumes, and welcome applicants with any level of experience as well!

Marketing/Business Development Manager

The successful candidate will have these attributes:

Strong critical thinking and communication skills
Current AEC industry knowledge and network
Confidence and accountability
Attention to detail and motivation to excel
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Marketing Responsibilities:

Work closely with firm leadership to develop strategic proposals, marketing collateral, interview presentations and materials, while taking the lead on managing quality control and deadlines.
Maintain and update marketing files, including: leads/proposal tracking document, firm qualifications, team resumes, digital photo library, project sheets, RFP documents, submitted qualification packages and proposals, as well as a database of marketing contacts.
Commission or coordinate photography shoots (either individually or in conjunction with an architecture firm). Research and acquire professional photography commissioned by other project team members.
Pro-actively update the firm’s website (with leadership input and design assistance) and maintain CSY’s social media presence.
Create award and conference white paper submissions.
Lead special projects as related to Marketing and Business Development as new systems and tools are deployed.
Mentor CSY staff in the fundamentals for marketing and business development.
Assist and/or lead internal team building and values based workshops. Develop workshop materials and presentations with firm leadership.

Business Development Responsibilities:

Research, track, and review RFPs and RFQs. Review daily lead service emails. Provide summary of information to leadership and assist in go-no-go process.
Provide research and subsequent analysis into markets, prospects, and potential new opportunities and relationships.
Utilize an existing network of industry contacts to draw upon for new business and teaming opportunities as well as have the ability to develop new contacts.
Attend pre-proposal conferences and industry events and conferences to foster and acquire new business opportunities/relationships and maintain knowledge of current industry trends.
Seek out opportunities to promote firm leadership within the industry through conference speaking engagements, local events, and presentations.

Requirements:

Minimum 4 years of experience within the AEC industry preferred.
High level of proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Suite are required. Proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator desired.
A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Art History, Graphic Design, Architecture, or related fields.
Full-time position is preferred, but a 32-34 hour/week commitment will be considered for more experienced candidates.
2-3 references.

Revit/AutoCAD Designer

The successful candidate will have these attributes:

Attention to detail and motivation to excel.
Accuracy and accountability.
Strong analytical and communication skills.
Self-motivation.
Ability to work as an active and collaborative team member.

Responsibilities:

Exporting plans and model views from Revit to support development of presentations.
Modeling sign families; documenting signage locations and messages for construction documents.
Assembling milestone submittals and tracking changes.
Assisting in construction administration tasks.

Requirements:

A bachelors degree in architecture or interior is preferred, but others are welcome to apply.
Proficiency in AutoCAD & Revit (including Xref and linking files, setting up drawing sheets, creating/editing Revit families).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and FileMaker Pro is a plus!

Experiential Graphic Designer

CURRENT JOB OPENINGS

Marketing/Business Development Manager

The successful candidate will have these attributes:

Strong critical thinking and communication skills
Current AEC industry knowledge and network
Confidence and accountability
Attention to detail and motivation to excel
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Marketing Responsibilities:

Work closely with firm leadership to develop strategic proposals, marketing collateral, interview presentations and materials, while taking the lead on managing quality control and deadlines.
Maintain and update marketing files, including: leads/proposal tracking document, firm qualifications, team resumes, digital photo library, project sheets, RFP documents, submitted qualification packages and proposals, as well as a database of marketing contacts.
Commission or coordinate photography shoots (either individually or in conjunction with an architecture firm). Research and acquire professional photography commissioned by other project team members.
Pro-actively update the firm’s website (with leadership input and design assistance) and maintain CSY’s social media presence.
Create award and conference white paper submissions.
Lead special projects as related to Marketing and Business Development as new systems and tools are deployed.
Mentor CSY staff in the fundamentals for marketing and business development.
Assist and/or lead internal team building and values based workshops. Develop workshop materials and presentations with firm leadership.

Business Development Responsibilities:

Research, track, and review RFPs and RFQs. Review daily lead service emails. Provide summary of information to leadership and assist in go-no-go process.
Provide research and subsequent analysis into markets, prospects, and potential new opportunities and relationships.
Utilize an existing network of industry contacts to draw upon for new business and teaming opportunities as well as have the ability to develop new contacts.
Attend pre-proposal conferences and industry events and conferences to foster and acquire new business opportunities/relationships and maintain knowledge of current industry trends.
Seek out opportunities to promote firm leadership within the industry through conference speaking engagements, local events, and presentations.

Requirements:

Minimum 4 years of experience within the AEC industry preferred.
High level of proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Suite are required. Proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator desired.
A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Art History, Graphic Design, Architecture, or related fields.
Full-time position is preferred, but a 32-34 hour/week commitment will be considered for more experienced candidates.
2-3 references.

Revit/AutoCAD Designer

The successful candidate will have these attributes:

Attention to detail and motivation to excel.
Accuracy and accountability.
Strong analytical and communication skills.
Self-motivation.
Ability to work as an active and collaborative team member.

Responsibilities:

Exporting plans and model views from Revit to support development of presentations.
Modeling sign families; documenting signage locations and messages for construction documents.
Assembling milestone submittals and tracking changes.
Assisting in construction administration tasks.

Requirements:

A bachelors degree in architecture or interior is preferred, but others are welcome to apply.
Proficiency in AutoCAD & Revit (including Xref and linking files, setting up drawing sheets, creating/editing Revit families).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and FileMaker Pro is a plus!

Experiential Graphic Designer

Revit/AutoCAD Designer

The successful candidate will have these attributes:

Attention to detail and motivation to excel.
Accuracy and accountability.
Strong analytical and communication skills.
Self-motivation.
Ability to work as an active and collaborative team member.

Responsibilities:

Exporting plans and model views from Revit to support development of presentations.
Modeling sign families; documenting signage locations and messages for construction documents.
Assembling milestone submittals and tracking changes.
Assisting in construction administration tasks.

Requirements:

A bachelors degree in architecture or interior design is preferred, but others are welcome to apply.
Proficiency in Revit (including Xref and linking files, setting up drawing sheets, creating/editing Revit families).
Familiarity with AutoCAD.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and FileMaker Pro is a plus!
Full-time position of 40 hours a week is required.
Ability to commute weekly to our San Francisco based office.
2-3 references upon request.

Signage and experiential graphic design (EGD) is a non-licensed profession. Clearstory does not offer AXP credits towards architectural licensure.

Apply for Revit/AutoCAD Designer

Experiential Graphic Designer (EGD)

Clearstory is seeking a motivated junior to mid-level experiential graphic designer (EGD) to become a part of our energetic team. Our next hire will participate in all aspects of delivering exceptional wayfinding and placemaking programs, from concept development through construction documents and construction administration. We hire people, not resumes—it is understood that a junior to mid-level designer position will require mentorship and support from the Clearstory team.

The successful candidate will have these attributes:

Excellent design and typographic skills
Strong critical thinking and communication skills
Confidence and accountability
Attention to detail and motivation to excel
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities:

In collaboration with Clearstory team members, develop all aspects of design presentations throughout the design process including: wayfinding diagrams, schematic design options, elevations, and renderings.
Assist in the development of construction documentation design details and final production art for environmental graphics, donor walls and other components of projects.
During fabrication and installation (construction administration) of the wayfinding and placemaking programs, help oversee production process including: color samples, shop drawings and prototypes.

Requirements:

High level of proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and Acrobat are required. Experience in Revit, AutoCAD and CADTools is a plus.
A Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or Visual Communications is preferred Graduates in Industrial Design, Interior Design, and Architecture will also be considered.
Full-time position of 40 hours a week is required.
Ability to commute weekly to our San Francisco based office.
2-3 references upon request.

Clearstory cultivates a positive, connected, open studio atmosphere, with a hybrid work model. We are committed to a healthy life/work balance and positive environment to support the long-term well being of our team and the creativity of the firm. Clearstory offers a competitive compensation and benefits package in-line with industry standards and experience. Salary range is $65K-$72K and commensurate with experience.

Apply for Experiential Graphic Designer

Marketing/Business Development Manager

The successful candidate will have these attributes:

Strong critical thinking and communication skills
Current AEC industry knowledge and network
Confidence and accountability
Attention to detail and motivation to excel
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Marketing Responsibilities:

Work closely with firm leadership to develop strategic proposals, marketing collateral, interview presentations and materials, while taking the lead on managing quality control and deadlines.
Maintain and update marketing files, including: leads/proposal tracking document, firm qualifications, team resumes, digital photo library, project sheets, RFP documents, submitted qualification packages and proposals, as well as a database of marketing contacts.
Commission or coordinate photography shoots (either individually or in conjunction with an architecture firm). Research and acquire professional photography commissioned by other project team members.
Pro-actively update the firm’s website (with leadership input and design assistance) and maintain CSY’s social media presence.
Create award and conference white paper submissions.
Lead special projects as related to Marketing and Business Development as new systems and tools are deployed.
Mentor CSY staff in the fundamentals for marketing and business development.
Assist and/or lead internal team building and values based workshops. Develop workshop materials and presentations with firm leadership.

Business Development Responsibilities:

Research, track, and review RFPs and RFQs. Review daily lead service emails. Provide summary of information to leadership and assist in go-no-go process.
Provide research and subsequent analysis into markets, prospects, and potential new opportunities and relationships.
Utilize an existing network of industry contacts to draw upon for new business and teaming opportunities as well as have the ability to develop new contacts.
Attend pre-proposal conferences and industry events and conferences to foster and acquire new business opportunities/relationships and maintain knowledge of current industry trends.
Seek out opportunities to promote firm leadership within the industry through conference speaking engagements, local events, and presentations.

Requirements:

Minimum 4 years of experience within the AEC industry preferred.
High level of proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Suite are required. Proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator desired.
A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Art History, Graphic Design, Architecture, or related fields.
Full-time position is preferred, but a 32-34 hour/week commitment will be considered for more experienced candidates.
2-3 references.

CURRENT JOB OPENINGS

It has come to our attention that scammers are impersonating Clearstory and its staff. Clearstory is a hybrid place of employment based in San Francisco and we do not offer remote positions. We would never extend a job offer without an in-person interview at our office or send a check and ask you to purchase your own equipment.

Please be careful when responding to suspicious emails. If you are concerned about a potential scam, you can send us a message on LinkedIn or through our contact form.

Clearstory treats incidents of fraud seriously so, if your personal information has been compromised, you are encouraged to file a report: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/

CURRENT JOB OPENINGS

Experiential Graphic Designer

CURRENT JOB OPENINGS

Experiential Graphic Designer

CURRENT JOB OPENINGS

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