Project Designer Full Time

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.