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OPEN POSITIONS

WE'RE NOT HIRING AT THIS TIME

We currently have no open positions in our offices. If you want to get a leg up on our next hiring opportunity, we are happy to accept your materials. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio to Tom Whitlock, President, at twhitlock@damonfarber.com.

WORKING IN OUR OFFICES

Our studios craft an environment of collective health and well-being for our employees. From offices filled with natural light to open and approachable staff, we strive to create spaces where our employees feel comfortable and are supported to excel. Some perks of our studios include:

Office-provided lunches, made in-house by our employees and including vegetarian, gluten-free, and other dietary options
Focus on work-life balance and employee wellbeing
Flexible remote/in-office scheduling
Company provided continuing education and volunteering time and stipend
Open office layout and non-hierarchical seating arrangements
Travel grant program to encourage employee growth and global exploration
Annual events including an office cabin retreat, autumn boat cruise, winter holiday party, and more
Quarterly business lunches to transparently discuss firm performance
Transit-accessible office locations and in-office bike parking

GENERAL DESCRIPTION /

Damon Farber, an established landscape architectural practice in downtown Minneapolis, is seeking a positive Landscape Architect/Designer who is passionate about design, dedicated to collaboration, and bold in approach. Our fun and creative culture, diversity of work, and fast-paced environment creates a vibrant and rewarding workplace. Visit our website at www.damonfarber.com for a glimpse of our award-winning and diverse portfolio of work.

Applicants with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in landscape architecture and 1-3 years of relevant experience in design are encouraged to apply. Requirements include proficiency in 3D modeling software, AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Writing, 3D rendering in Lumion, hand illustration, social media outreach, and photography are also valued skills.

Joining our team comes with an opportunity to work across a wide variety of project types and scales to help our clients realize and achieve their goals. We collaborate through an iterative design process to create exceptional outdoor environments for people, which reflect a sensitivity to the natural environment and a dedication to the needs of our clients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Gather data to inform project analysis

Collaborate with internal team to deliver design excellence

Multi-task and play a role in numerous concurrent projects

Communicate effectively with team members and clients

Translate design into 3D models using SketchUp and/or Rhino

Develop artistic design illustrations in Lumion

Support colleagues, project managers and firm principals

Participate in preparation of Schematic Design, Design Development & Construction Document Sets

Prepare planning reports and graphics

Help facilitate community engagement activities

Participate in firm committees to maintain culture, ensure growth, and elevate design

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Creative and collaborative person interested in working within a team environment

Strong written and graphic communication skills, self-motivated and critical thinking skills

Required software proficiencies; AutoCAD, Sketch-up, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign & Illustrator

Beneficial software proficiencies; Rhino, Lumion, Revit

Licensure not required but beneficial

COMMITMENT:

Position is full time, salaried, 40 hours/week with paid time off, holidays and a benefits package. Available immediately.

EARLY CAREER LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT/DESIGNER

TO APPLY:

Please submit a resume and portfolio in digital (PDF) format along with a cover letter expressing how you are positive in your interactions, passionate about design, dedicated to collaboration, and bold in approach.

SUBMIT TO:   

Tom Whitlock, President, at twhitlock@damonfarber.com

Posted July 2025