This is a Mid-weight Wayfinding & Signage Designer role with Davenport-Campbell based in NSW, AU
Role Seniority
mid level
More about the Mid-weight Wayfinding & Signage Designer role at Davenport-Campbell
Davenport Campbell, a multidisciplinary design studio specialising in workplace interior environments, is seeking a Mid-weight Wayfinding & Signage Designer to join our in-house team at our Sydney CBD office.
About Davenport Campbell
Davenport Campbell has developed a reputation for being a leader in innovative workplace design and the repositioning of commercial office buildings.
Our focus is on building strong and lasting relationships rather than bouncing from one project to the next.
We are seeking a talented Mid-weight Wayfinding & Signage Designer who wants to be challenged, grow with the studio, push design boundaries, value our client relationships, and has a passion to do great things and own projects.
Employment Type
Full-time OR Contract
About The Role
Over the past five years, we have been developing our environmental, signage and graphics capability to the point that we have now formed an in-house team to support our workplace designers, and to provide a stand alone service that we offer to the market.
This role will primarily focus on the planning, strategy, and design and implementation of our Signage and Graphic projects.
At the heart of what we do is a strong belief that creativity, passion, and innovation are critical to the success of every project.
Key Responsibilities
Work directly alongside Head of the Graphics
Attend job briefs with senior members of Interiors team




Work on Wayfinding and Signage projects across the whole project lifespan from briefing and concepts through to documentation and installation
Produce Signage strategy documents including implementation of Signage hierarchies and ability to templatise Signage Systems
Liaise with clients, consultants and suppliers as necessary
Collaborate within a team
Manage a range of scale projects across multiple sectors
Produce specification documentation for Signage and Graphic projects, this includes the use of SignAgent software for location planning
Manage workflow of all jobs assigned. Alert the Head of Graphics and Project Lead of any changes in scope or deadlines
Identify design issues that affect User and Signage functionality and offer graphic solutions
Graphic layout of signage and graphics
Work with senior team to produce tender and construction documentation of Signage projects
Competencies And Experience Required
3+ years industry experience
Experience on large-scale Signage projects including: Identification, Directional, Operational and Statutory Signtypes
High-level design aesthetic
Adept at taking job briefs and notes during meeting
An architectural sensibility, skill, and experience desirable
Ability to maintain a high-level production quality and output with every deadline
Ability to maintain quality control in print production, typography, shop drawing review and proofreading




Production knowledge when it comes to implementing Signage and Graphic design concepts
Production knowledge for the creation of artwork files for production
Strong communication skills – articulate, friendly, confident, and collaborative
Strong problem-solving skills in approaching each design task within the broader context of all ongoing project deadlines, rather than treating projects in isolation
Ability to work efficiently and manage time across multiple projects at once
Ability to handle urgent requests and client demands in a calm manner
Work under pressure with simultaneous deadlines
Able to understand Architectural plans, Australian Standards, NCC and BCA requirements
Solid knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
Experience with SignAgent is ideal
Experience with 3D Software such as Blender is ideal
Experience with MS Excel is ideal
Qualifications
Diploma, Degree or higher; or equivalent years' experience in Graphic Design, Architecture
Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you'll be learning current things all the time and the Davenport-Campbell team will be there to support your growth.
Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what's outlined
Key Strengths
Signage design
Graphic design
Project management
Adobe Creative Suite
3D Software
SignAgent
Why Davenport-Campbell is partnering with Hatch on this role.
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A Final Note: This is a role with Davenport-Campbell not with Hatch.
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📌 Mid-Weight Wayfinding & Signage Designer (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales