Design and Brand Coordinator

Costa Mesa, CA (On-site)

$25/hr – $34/hrFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Description

ABOUT US

SDK Design Group is an award-winning architecture, planning, interiors, and landscape design firm with offices in Costa Mesa, CA, Scottsdale, AZ, and Washington, DC. We emphasize collaboration and value every voice in the creative process, fostering a team-oriented environment where innovation thrives. Known for our sophisticated and distinctive design approach, we craft unique solutions tailored to each client. Our work spans a diverse range of markets, blending tradition with modern creativity to deliver coherent and captivating designs. Committed to excellence, we aim to provide memorable client experiences through originality and determination.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Design & Brand Coordinator supports the studio’s design vision through the creation of compelling marketing materials and thoughtful color and material design selections. This role sits at the intersection of architecture, branding, and visualization contributing to how our projects are presented, perceived, and brought to market. The ideal candidate has a strong eye for design, color, and materials, along with the ability to translate architectural concepts into polished, client-ready visuals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Design Visualization & Graphics

  • Prepare colored architectural elevations for marketing and presentation use
  • Assist in creating site plans, diagrams, and visual overlays
  • Support rendering teams with material direction and visual consistency.
  • Maintain graphic standards across all project deliverables

Branding & Marketing Materials

  • Develop and update marketing packages, brochures, and presentation decks
  • Collaborate on branding for new communities and residential products
  • Ensure consistency in typography, color palettes, and overall visual identity
  • Assist in assembling client-facing proposals and presentation boards

Exterior Color & Material Selection

  • Support the selection of exterior materials, color palettes, and finishes
  • Create and present material boards for internal and client review
  • Research and source materials aligned with project style and market positioning
  • Work closely with the design team to ensure cohesive architectural expression

Business Development Support

  • Assist in preparing materials for client meetings and presentations
  • Support proposal submissions and marketing outreach efforts
  • Contribute to visual storytelling that helps win new projects

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Design, or related field
  • 5 years of relevant experience in an architectural, design, or marketing environment
  • Strong sense of color, materials, and composition
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

BENEFITS

  • Expected Salary range for this position is $25-$34 per hour (based on experience)
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Life Insurance Plan
  • 401k Retirement
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SDK Design Group

SDK Design Group is an award-winning Architecture, Planning, Interiors, and Landscape firm with locations in Costa Mesa, CA, Scottsdale, AZ and Washington D.C. As an award-winning design firm driven by determined optimism and youthful demeanor. Our craft relies on working closely with clients and collaborators. We recognize mutual goals, build lasting relationships and value voices throughout the design process. Our studios have been designed to allow our creative collective to inspire one another – we are architects and designers guided by the belief that we are stronger as a team than as individuals.Our passion is to create distinct and valuable designs by producing new interpretations of traditional styles and provide captivating designs that extend across a full spectrum of markets. Recognized for our sophisticated style and distinctive design, we are driven by implementing a unique strategy for each client that is both innovative and conducive to a true lifestyle. We are committed to excellence and providing a memorable experience for our clients by appreciating every opportunity that we are given to demonstrate our creativity and deliver an authentically defined space. By prioritizing coherence in design strategies, inventiveness, and determination we empower our team to use originality and imagination to ensure our projects lead through cutting-edge design.

Founded in 2012
Costa Mesa, California, USA
20 employees (9 in marketing)