Junior Designer

About the role

BIG is an international studio of more than 800 architects, engineers, urbanists, inventors, researchers, and business professionals working across New York, Copenhagen, Los Angeles, London, and Barcelona. The organization is driven by ambitious thinking and a shared goal of turning ideas into built reality, one project at a time.

The Los Angeles team is a collaborative environment where questions are welcomed, ideas are exchanged freely, and every team member has a voice. This opportunity is well suited to someone who wants to grow in a creative, supportive setting that values initiative, openness, and strong design thinking.

Role summary

The Junior Designer will support the design team across concept development, drawings, models, and early-stage project work. The position calls for strong creative ability, attention to detail, and the confidence to contribute in a fast-moving team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the design group in shaping and improving design concepts
• Prepare, revise, and maintain drawings and models as projects progress
• Take part in concept design and design development phases
• Contribute to both hands-on physical models and digital model-making work
• Participate in team conversations and act on guidance from project leadership
• Organize work efficiently and keep tasks moving to meet deadlines
• Adapt easily to changing priorities within active project workflows

Requirements

• A completed accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or a closely related discipline
• 0 to 3 years of professional experience after graduation in the architecture field
• Working knowledge of Rhino, V-Ray, Enscape, and Adobe Creative Cloud applications such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
• Revit experience is an advantage
• Hands-on experience with physical model making
• Strong conceptual thinking and visual design ability
• Ability to explore design alternatives collaboratively and respond proactively to direction from project leadership
• Capability to develop and edit drawings and models in line with project needs
• Good organizational habits, plus the ability to work under pressure and manage time independently
• Flexible, open-minded approach to iterative and evolving working methods
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Broad project exposure across concept design and detailed design is preferred
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

• Expanded paid time off over tenure, plus 12 recognized holidays and a winter break
• Support for professional growth, including continuing education, Amberbook access, dedicated ARE study time, AIA membership dues, and regular lunch-and-learns
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and supplemental insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% company match
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
• Family leave support, including 2 weeks of pre-birth leave for expecting parents, generous parental leave, and flexible return-to-work options
• Catered lunches on Mondays and catered breakfasts on Fridays
• Friday beers and twice-yearly social events
• Dog-friendly office, employee referral bonus, and additional perks

Equal opportunity

BIG states that diversity is central to its culture and believes varied backgrounds strengthen the work, the team, and the built environment. The company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.

Compensation

The annual pay range for this position is USD 69,000 to USD 71,000, depending on experience.