Senior Designer

Messenger Sports is a VISION + DESIGN + BUILD vertically integrated company with strategic branding and hospitality practices focused on creating individualized consulting, design & build solutions for sports & entertainment venues, retail & corporate workplace environments including hospitality, higher education, public buildings, advanced technology & life science clientele, globally. Established in 2019, the firm maintains headquarters offices in Del Mar CA with branch outlets in San Diego CA, New York NY, Seattle WA, Tampa FL & Memphis TN. Messenger Sports VISION + DESIGN + BUILD executes and operates with an experienced view through our unique V + D + B lens where we approach every opportunity through exploration of the authentic connections between vision, design & build opportunity and existing environmental context – this includes: social, physical, historical, & aesthetic influences– this exploration is in an attempt to reveal opportunities within a real framework. A balance is sought between aesthetic, experiential, and functional qualities, serving to define a project’s individuality and unique expression. With our deep bench of experience as “consultancy strategists” for venues in the hospitality space combined with our talented architects, designers, project managers and builder team, we are able to deliver individualized solutions that amplify brand awareness that drive revenues. Our clients rely on our unique solution to develop the best creative and to manage, build and deliver their high visibility projects on budget and on time . . . EVERY TIME! Medium sized vision, design and build firm with great projects and great culture is looking for the right people to join the team and grow with us. We want talent, dedication, attention to details, and ability to work as a team. The successful candidate will get excited about big ideas and be willing to slog through the trenches to make them happen. Our perfect candidate will have excellent vision, design and build experience, a passion for creating both beautiful objects and rich environments, an ability to really listen to the client and teammates, a passion for integrating code and technical requirements as part of the solution, high level craft in the excellence of all forms of communication from email to construction documents, and pride but not ego in the work that you do. You will have the opportunity to engage in all aspects of the project and your advancement will be up to you, judged by the quality of the work that you do – high performance, great organization, and great execution.

This position requires the following: Senior Designer Bachelor’s degree in related field 5+ years of experience in related field Knowledge of functional analysis and space planning principles Problem solving skills and the ability to connect to your team for solutions/remedies Acknowledgement and respect of project deadlines Proactive communication skills Ability to apply “lessons learned” to future design solutions Ability to create “the why” for your projects team Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within field Knowledge of interior code requirements Ability to interpret specifications and layouts Strong organizational and communication skills Strong people management and leadership skills Ability to lead multiple projects and set the design direction of projects Fluency in current technology Presentation software knowledge a plus (photoshop/other) Working to attain professional certification Strong connection to the local design community Firm representation/attendance at industry events within the local or national project community Strong emotional EQ

This position is responsible for the following: Senior Designer Supporting the lead designer and project managers Executing tasks as required by the team which may include client interface, research, design, presentation, construction documents, finish selection, construction site visits, and other tasks Tracking schedule, contract, and deliverables as required by the team At all times, delivering products and services with a great attitude and high professional standards. Creating a professional network either personally or through social media channels

Benefits Highlights 2024 We are happy to share with you the benefit plans we have to offer. Rates and plans are subject to change on an annual basis. Health, Disability, Retirement and Other Benefits and Amenities As a regular, full-time employee, you are eligible to participate in all of Messenger Sports VISION + DESIGN + BUILD sponsored benefits, plans and activities. Messenger Sports VISION + DESIGN + BUILD offers comprehensive medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and 401(k) plan. Messenger Sports VISION + DESIGN + BUILD is pleased to provide 100% coverage for employee medical, dental and vision plans. If you choose to add additional dependents this will be at a cost to you and deducted from your paycheck each pay period (pre-tax). In addition to offering the 401(k) plan Messenger Sports VISION + DESIGN + BUILD offers and Employee Ownership Plan. Time-Off Benefits You will accrue vacation at a rate of 1.54 hours for each pay period, (40 hours per year, or 1 week) for the first 4 years. After 4 years of employment, you will accrue vacation at a rate of 3.08 hours for each pay period, (80 hours per year, or 2 weeks). In addition to your vacation accrual, you will receive twelve (12) paid holidays and you will receive forty (40) hours sick leave per year immediately upon hire. At Messenger Sports VISION + DESIGN + BUILD we offer two regular work schedules: 8 hours/5 days per week or a 9 hours Monday thru Thursday and a 4 hour Friday. Within these hours we offer a hybrid work model of in office and remote working. This offer of employment is contingent upon presentation of valid documents that establish and verify your identity and employment eligibility, please refer to USCIS form I-9 instructions which indicate acceptable documents for this purpose. Please bring the original of these valid verification documents with you on your first day of employment. Your employment will be at will, meaning that either your or Messenger Sports VISION + DESIGN + BUILD can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause. Additional Benefits Summary Messenger Sports VISION + DESIGN + BUILD also supports and will provide one paid membership to a professional organization related to your employment area of interest. Pursuit of other professional certifications and licenses may also be supported. You and Leadership will discuss these opportunities when establishing your yearly career goals. The value of these items will need to be approved prior to attending.

A list of benefit plans that we offer are: Medical – No cost for employee United Health PPO UHC SG SB Platinum 25-50/20% United Health Dental PPO Plan United Health (Vision) Plan $50 per month allowance for cell phone usage (to be expensed monthly thru accounting system) $50 per month allowance for internet usage (to be expensed monthly thru accounting system) $20 per month allowance for gym memberships (to be expensed monthly thru accounting system) Paid parking when requested. Membership in company Costco plan 401(k) plan with before tax/after tax contribution options, available after 30 days of employment Auto Enrollment will begin after first 30 days of employment at rate of 6% Employee Stock Plan Voluntary plans for Supplemental Life Insurance, Short-term disability, Long-term disability, Cancer, and accident available No additional compensation offered for opting out of the plans A list of Messenger Sports VISION + DESIGN + BUILD sponsored plans you will be enrolled in: Accidental Death & Disability Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance $50K Life Insurance Salary is commensurate with experience. $85,000 - $100,000 salary Messenger Sports VISION + DESIGN + BUILD has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity Employment policy (“EEO”), which is part of the Company’s People and Culture Policy. The purpose of this EEO policy is to ensure that all employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex (to include gender identity and sexual orientation), genetic information, the presence of a sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship or immigration status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability, political ideology, or on any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Discrimination and/or harassment based on those factors contradict our business philosophy and will not be tolerated. In some cases, local laws and regulations may provide greater protections than those outlined here and employees will be covered by the laws of their local jurisdiction.