The Practice
ASPECT Studios is a purpose orientated, design led landscape architecture and urban design practice. With operations across Australia, Asia and the Middle East, our studios believe in the power of design to positively change people’s behaviour and lives, the environment, and the planet.
Through spatial and interpretive design, our Wayfinding and Interpretation team reveal the unique stories and histories of places to create meaningful connections for all, bringing together the tangible and intangible through a diverse spectrum of project opportunities including place design / landscape architecture, storytelling and interpretation, environmental graphics and integrated public art, place identity and branding.
Our team believes in the importance of creating a studio environment where an openness to new ideas and collaboration sits in partnership with deep knowledge and expertise.
About you
You are an all-rounder and have experience working on small, medium, and large-scale projects. You have 3-5 years working within a dedicated wayfinding and signage practice. You are a strategic thinker; a self-starter who loves to problem solve, with a creative flair. You can work independently and enjoy being part of an interdisciplinary and collaborative team. You are organised, have strong interpersonal skills, and are able to communicate clearly with peers and stakeholders.
Required skills and experience includes:
- Experience working across all stages of a wayfinding project from start to finish.
- Ability to undertake site investigations and analysis and contribute to the development of a wayfinding strategy.
- A natural visual communication designer, with experience designing for the built environment with a flair and passion for typography and information design.
- Experience producing design reports and preparation of wayfinding elements including destination hierarchy, user needs analysis, visual language components, sign locations plans and messaging schedules.
- Ability to follow a brief and progress design concepts with a degree of autonomy under the guidance of senior designers.
- Ability to follow and build on established brand guidelines and document signage based on existing signage guidelines and manuals.
- Experience preparing concept and detailed design packages.
- Demonstrated spatial awareness and the ability to conceptualise in 3D.
- Experience collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams on a variety of project typologies.
- Ability to effectively manage your time to ensure assigned tasks are completed efficiently and on time.
- Advanced Illustrator and InDesign skills as well as other Adobe Creative Cloud, visualisation software and Microsoft Office.
- Understanding of materials and construction methods and ability to read architectural documentation is desirable.
- Signage Documentation skills using CAD Tools or similar is advantageous.
- Experience liaising directly with clients and assisting to manage small projects is advantageous.
- A degree in Visual Communication, Industrial Design or other relevant design discipline advantageous.
ASPECT Benefits
At ASPECT Studios, we’re proud of our supportive, inclusive, and creative workplace culture. We invest in our people and provide the tools and environment to help you thrive.
As an ASPECT team member, you’ll have access to:
- Generous paid parental leave and purchased leave programs,
- Reimbursement support for your industry membership fees,
- MAPS Days + Volunteering - up to 4x paid days per year to explore a passion project or aligned interest, or volunteer for a Purpose-aligned not-for-profit,
- Ongoing professional development in a teaching and learning environment,
- Opportunities to work on iconic local and international projects, and
- A pet friendly studio!
Visit our Careers page for a full list of employee benefits.
How to apply
Interested in the role but not sure you meet all our criteria? We’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.
Please submit your CV and portfolio outlining how your skills and experience identify with the role and ASPECT Studios.
Only applications from Australian Citizens, permanent residents or long-term visa holders are eligible for appointment.
