Job Description

Cygnus Design Group is a wayfinding and environmental graphic design firm with offices across Canada. We improve how spaces are understood and experienced through design—empowering people to access important services, engage with their surroundings, and connect to what matters. Find out more about our work at

We are looking for a designer to contribute to wayfinding and experiential graphic design projects for municipalities, hospitals, universities, museums, and mixed-use developments.

Open to full-time candidates in Vancouver, while also accepting applications from Victoria.

General Responsibilities

• Perform site assessments, visitor needs assessments, and participate in engagement activities.
• Location planning and mapping for wayfinding programs.
• Design concepts for wayfinding and environmental graphics programs.
• Develop sign elevation drawings and specifications for signage outcomes.
• Create and refine message schedules and construction packages.
• Prepare, issue and present client-facing design documentation.
• Coordinate with signage production and installation vendors including review of shop drawings, attendance at site meetings, and deficiency reviews.
• Contribute significantly to the success of multiple healthcare projects, playing a central role in all aspects of project lifecycles, including needs assessment, planning, execution, and evaluation.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 3+ years of experiential graphic design experience taking projects from concepts through to construction documentation.
• Degree/diploma from a recognized university or college in a design related field, such as graphic design, industrial design, or architecture.
• Excellent sense of visual and industrial design, creative thinking, and problem solving.
• Excellent organization skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Ability to set and maintain project schedules and proactively make changes where needed.

Technical Skills

• Essential: Proficient in Mac OS and G Suite tools, with expertise in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Valued: Competency in 3D rendering software, CAD, or Revit is an asset.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary : $60,000-$75,000 CAD (commensurate with experience)
• Benefits : Supplementary health and dental benefits after a 3-month probationary period.

How to Apply

Please submit one document that includes your cover letter — briefly highlighting your experience in signage and wayfinding, as well as your salary expectations — along with your résumé.

Be sure to include a link to your website or a PDF portfolio showcasing your relevant work. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We appreciate your interest in joining Cygnus Design Group.

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