Entry-Level Transportation Creative Studio Planner

Fehr & Peers

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Sacramento, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Transform complex transportation analysis into intuitive visuals for reports, presentations, and community engagement. Collaborate with project managers and the creative studio team to develop effective communication materials for transportation projects.

Qualifications

We are looking for an Entry-Level Transportation Creative Studio Planner to transform complex data into understandable visuals. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's or master's degree in transportation, urban planning, or a related field, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, and excellent communication skills. A portfolio demonstrating visual design capabilities is required.

Job Description

Our Entry-Level Transportation Creative Studio Planners help to bring ideas to life. Collaborating closely with project managers and Senior Creative Studio Planners, they apply graphic design and visual storytelling to make transportation projects more understandable. If you are passionate about transportation and enjoy transforming complex topics and analysis into inspiring visuals, we want to hear from you. This position is available at either our Roseville or Sacramento location, so let us know your preference when applying. 

Transportation analysis is complex, and clients and communities may not be experts in the technical aspects. Our Creative Studio group, with over 20 visual designers, collaborates with senior staff to find the best ways to deliver this information to the audience. We work on materials that engage the public and assist clients in making informed decisions.

Our diverse and collaborative team consists of graphic designers, UI/UX designers, coders, data scientists, GIS professionals, planners, and landscape architects—all bound by a shared passion for transportation. We’re always eager to connect with creative designers interested in joining us to improve transportation communication.

\nResponsibilities
  • Transform complex transportation analysis into intuitive visuals for a broad range of applications, including data visualization, maps, final reports, presentations, and community engagement 
  • Collaborate with project managers to determine the best way to deliver information
  • Support the development of creative work products for projects and competitive marketing pursuits
  • Collaborate with company-wide Creative Studio Planners to share and implement best practices in visual design and workflow
  • Maintain knowledge of design trends and inspiration; continually inject new ideas into our work
 Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in transportation, urban and regional planning, or a related major (e.g., geography, landscape architecture, economics)
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
  • Excellent visual and written communication skills, with an emphasis on distilling complex information into relatable stories
  • Strong interpersonal skills, commitment to collaboration, and a creative approach to problem-solving
  • Portfolio demonstrating visual design capabilities
Additional Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with ESRI ArcGIS
  • Superior organizational skills and the ability to multitask
  • Passion for learning new industry standards and cutting-edge software programs
  • Internship or professional experience in the A/E/C or other consulting industry, urban planning, urban design, transportation planning, or the aptitude to pick it up quickly
  • Experience with 3D visualization, data visualization, illustration, UI/UX design, web design, and/or coding
  • General business marketing coursework or experience
\n$70,000 - $80,000 a yearPlacement within the stated pay range will be determined based upon education, experience, and qualifications.   \n

Benefit Highlights:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance.

401(k) Plan with matching and profit sharing.

Flexible Spending Accounts.

Commuter Benefits.

Paid Vacation, holidays and sick leave.

8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.

Mentoring and Career Development programs.

Research and Development group participation, and more.

Full information about the benefits we offer can be found by visiting our careers page.

EEO: Fehr & Peers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment in the workplace. We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, and hire without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nondiscrimination: Fehr & Peers ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources.

Fehr & Peers

We are a transportation planning and engineering firm with 24 offices and over 400 staff nationwide. Since 1985, we’ve partnered with public and private clients to design safer, more effective ways for people and goods to move—creating spaces where everyone can thrive, today and for generations to come. Bringing together data, technology, and the lived experiences of the communities we serve, we help clients make confident, well-informed decisions. Along the way, we’ve earned national recognition for raising the bar on how transportation projects are planned, designed, and delivered. Many of our first clients still trust us with their transportation needs after decades of collaboration—a testament to the strong partnerships we build and the innovative mindset we bring to every project. Through these long-standing community relationships and ongoing investments in research and development, we continue to influence the future of transportation while mentoring the next generation of industry leaders. Our mission is to empower every employee to develop effective and innovative transportation solutions that improve communities. We ensure that every decision supports this mission by encouraging creativity, accountability, and collaboration. We are an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an inclusive culture that embraces fresh ideas. Whether you’re looking to collaborate or join our team, we’d love to connect. Explore our current openings by visiting the Jobs tab.
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