Forms+Surfaces is hiring: Junior Graphic Designer in Carpinteria

Forms+Surfaces is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer to join our Brand + Creative team. This full‑time, hybrid position is ideal for a motivated designer looking to deepen their craft and design thinking in a collaborative, design‑driven environment.

Forms+Surfaces is a design‑led manufacturer that partners with architects, designers, and builders to create products for the world’s most dynamic public spaces—from airports and corporate campuses to city streets and commercial buildings. Our work reflects a deep commitment to design integrity, craftsmanship, and sustainability. You’ll join a collaborative team of creatives who care about their craft and each other—an environment where ideas are valued, growth is encouraged, and you can help shape a globally respected brand.

What You’ll Do

Brand + Visual Design

• Design and maintain branded layouts for print and digital communications — including emailers, web assets, brochures, and internal templates
• Apply a strong understanding of layout, typography, and visual hierarchy to ensure clarity and consistency across all deliverables
• Support design requests from other departments, maintaining a unified visual identity across touchpoints

Digital + Interactive Design

• Assist in the design and development of web pages, digital interfaces, and component‑based systems in Figma
• Apply UX/UI principles to create layouts and prototypes that balance aesthetics with usability

Motion + Storytelling

• Develop 2D motion graphics to enhance storytelling across web, social, and presentation platforms
• Contribute to the conceptual development of campaigns and brand initiatives, translating ideas into cohesive visual narratives

What You Bring

• A portfolio that demonstrates conceptual thinking and visual consistency across print, digital, and motion work
• Solid grasp of layout, composition, grid systems, typographic principles, and UX/UI fundamentals
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects) and Figma
• Experience creating and refining interface layouts and prototypes that balance brand and usability
• Strong 2D motion design skills; 3D motion design experience is a plus
• A collaborative and proactive mindset, openness to feedback, and eagerness to grow
• BA or BFA in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or equivalent experience

Work Environment

• Hybrid role with a three‑day in‑office presence at our Carpinteria office
• Reports to Creative Director or Brand + Creative Lead
• Works within the in‑house Brand + Creative team alongside designers, writers, and marketing partners

Benefits

• 401k
• 401k matching
• Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Program
• Retirement Plan
• Vision Insurance

This is a full‑time position with competitive salary and benefits package. If you are a creative and innovative designer who is passionate about creating meaningful branding initiatives and marketing materials, we encourage you to apply today.

Forms + Surfaces is an equal‑opportunity employer.