Job Description

Do you love creating photorealistic renderings, concept diagrams, and building 3D models? If so, we’ve got the job for you.

The Role:

As an Architectural Designer, you’ll assist on a wide range of project types, working to sell the design vision through 3D modeling and rendering. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a competitive drive to help us win work and someone who thrives in a collaborative culture. The ability to work effectively as a team member on a variety of tasks, including design, modeling, drawing, and documentation, is paramount. For this role, individuals with visualization skills and proficiency in Lumion, D5, Revit, and SketchUp will excel.

• Will contribute to Generator’s existing client work and new proposals through high-quality visualization, including renderings, diagrams, and 3D models.
• Will be a valued voice in bringing new ideas and programs to the team, contributing to efficiency and professional development.
• Solve problems. Anticipate and identify problems and resolve issues that arise throughout the process.
• Sometimes work independently, other times highly collaboratively with team members.
• Undertake a variety of assignments requiring the application of standard architectural techniques for small projects or selected segments of larger projects.
• Champion good design. Advocate for maintaining a healthy design culture where all are engaged, collaborating, and advancing design.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Project Architects, and others to support the design process, including designing, drawing, modeling, and documenting.
• Apply graphic standards to communicate intent clearly.
• Assist with in-office CA tasks as applicable to projects and project teams.
• Impact all stages of a project, from schematic design through construction.
• Make timely changes from review sessions.

This Role is For You if You:

• Love creating photorealistic renderings, concept diagrams, and building 3D models.
• Have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture from a NAAB-accredited institution.
• Are proficient in Lumion, D5, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, and SketchUp.
• Enjoy design and the freedom to create—we trust you and your skills. While this is an entry-level job, you’ll get many opportunities to design.
• Can apply graphic standards to communicate intent clearly.
• Have a hunger to help Generator win work in a highly competitive field.
• Multitask and make magic. Ability to work on multiple projects and effectively balance workload.
• Have a flexible working style, at times working independently and at other times in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Filling this role will not be determined by experience only, we are looking for the right fit for our team.

What’s Cool About This Job:

• Work across sports + entertainment, commercial, and hospitality projects for clients like Live Nation Entertainment, Pacifica Hotels, the Chicago Blackhawks, and the Kansas City Current. The work is high-profile, high-energy, and never one-note.
• As a small studio, Generator Studio offers hands‑on responsibility and direct access to senior leadership—opportunities that fast‑track growth without the red tape.
• We hire with intention, not urgency. You’ll work alongside people who care deeply about design, respect individuality, and put in the work. We also celebrate Thursdays (with happy hour).
• Work where the action is. Our office in the Crossroads Arts District sits among galleries, shops, and restaurants. We’re also on the streetcar line, making the commute to work free and accessible.
• Free healthcare premiums! Generator Studio covers 100% of your health insurance premium, offers a 401(k) with employer match, a structured bonus plan, and pays for initial licensure exams.
• Free Milk Bones! If your dog is nice, they can come to work, too.

Why Generator:

Our employees are a talented mix of individuals who embody every aspect of an integrated practice. We offer the opportunity to align your long-term career goals with a variety of projects and clients across multiple markets. We want your energy, creativity, and thirst for transforming great ideas into built reality!

We offer a stimulating and exciting design environment where our employees are challenged to bring their best creative spirit to their work. We take pride in working together to deliver the highest-quality design solutions for our clients and leading innovative design into the future.

Along with competitive salaries, we offer a generous benefits package, including fully paid employee premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401K with employer match program, and PTO + paid company-wide holidays. All benefits are available to you on your first day of employment—no waiting period.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture from a NAAB-accredited institution.
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Physical requirements: The employee performing this job must regularly be able to use a telephone, computer keyboard, and mouse, reach with hands and arms, talk, and listen. The employee frequently is required to move about an office environment and sit (often for extended periods), as well as lift and carry objects such as books and files weighing up to 15 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, or kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this position is expected to be performed regularly at the company’s office as part of the teamwork and collaboration required by this position. Travel and over-nights stays may be intermittent along with attendance to events after hours. Must be able to legally drive a car.
• Essential job functions: All the responsibilities, duties, and requirements contained in this job description constitute the essential functions of this job which the successful candidate must be able to perform with or without requested reasonable accommodations.

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