Landscape Designer

About the Firm

YKD is a Los Angeles–based landscape architecture firm dedicated to creating thoughtful, well-detailed, and buildable outdoor environments. Our studio culture values clear design thinking, collaboration, mentorship, and sustainable professional growth. We prioritize steady workflows and realistic schedules to support both strong design outcomes and work–life balance.

We are seeking a Landscape Designer with 0–5 years of professional experience to join our team. This role is well suited for a recent graduate or early-career designer who wants to build strong design, technical, and real-world project skills in a well-structured, supportive studio environment that values quality, clarity, and steady progress.

Designers in this role will gain hands‑on experience across all phases of projects, from concept through construction, with opportunities for direct client interaction and close collaboration with senior staff.

• Contribute to concept design, design development, and construction documentation
• Produce creative and technically sound drawings, renderings, and presentation materials
• Assist with project coordination and communication with client and consultant
• Participate in client meetings and presentations
• Assist with site visits and construction observations
  
  Work on multiple projects simultaneously with guidance and mentorship

• 0–5 years of professional experience in landscape architecture
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field
• Strong design ability, creativity, and graphic sensibility
• Demonstrated interest in conceptual thinking as well as buildable solutions
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D modeling and rendering (Rhino, Sketch Up, Lumion or similar)
• Clear verbal and written communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a studio setting
• U.S. Citizen, Permanent resident or possess a work visa
• Currently residing in the United States
• Salary Range:
  Commensurate with experience
• Hybrid work option (combination of in‑office and remote work negotiable)
• Flexible working hours
• Predictable workload with realistic deadlines
• Meaningful exposure to all stages of landscape projects
• Direct client interaction and professional development opportunities
• Supportive studio culture with long‑term growth potential

• Please submit a resume, portfolio (PDF or link), and brief cover letter to  or apply through our website,

YKD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability.