Designer - Entry Level

If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply.

The Yazdani Studio of Cannon Design is a laboratory for exploration and experimentation in architecture. Established upon the reputation and leadership of award‑winning designer Mehrdad Yazdani, the studio leverages the best attributes of a small design studio with the resources and reach of our global practice.

This entry‑level position will have a design/technical focus and will be a member of our multi‑disciplinary team, collaborating with design and technical leadership and will be an integral part of project teams. Under the direct supervision of a Licensed Architect and project leadership the primary responsibilities will include the following:

• Under direct supervision of the Project Architect or Project Designer, contribute to the design process by utilizing various software platforms such as Illustrator, Photoshop, Sketch‑up.
• Build physical building models.
• Produce architectural documentation under supervisory direction.
• Produce graphics materials and images for client presentations under supervisory direction.
• Assist in product research under direct supervision of Project Architect or Project Manager.
• Assist with research of building code information as directed by Project Architect.
• Participate in the review of shop drawings and submittals under supervisory direction.
• Attend in‑house project team meetings.
• May visit job site to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Site visits frequently require a physical walk through of the site.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Architecture or related field required by hire date. Bachelor or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program preferred.
• Strong creative design portfolio is essential.
• Must have strong communication, teamwork, presentation, graphics, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects.
• Proficiency with Revit and Enscape preferred. Proficiency with Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite required.

The salary range for this position is $27.98 - $31.39 hourly. Actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level.

We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending account options, voluntary insurances, paid time off, flex‑time schedules, remote work options, a 401(k) plan, and employee perk programs.

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Cannon Design is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living‑Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better.

It’s more than a philosophy – it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.

• We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
• We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
• We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.

As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required time frames and adhere to our internal policies and our Code…