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Who is Multistudio? Multistudio collaboratively expands the practice of design from cities to buildings to branding. We believe that diversity of thought, people and disciplines helps us spark change. Through our portfolio of projects, neither size nor type dictates their importance. Their impact does. Position Description and Responsibilities We seek people who value the responsibility of design, humbly engage many, pursue ideas with rigor, and seek meaningful outcomes both big and small. Currently, our 130+ employees collaborate across our Studio and office locations. Our practice's core values embrace equity, diversity and creative freedom. We are seeking a full-time Urban Designer to work as part of our City Design studio in Kansas City. In this role you will have the opportunity to apply critical thinking and problem solving to the planning and urban design challenges of the built environment, within the varied scales of the city. You will develop a thorough understanding of our Studio's design philosophy and values, preparing analysis, mapping, illustrations, and documents for presentation to clients. You will have opportunities to work on a variety of planning and design projects and across all phases, while engaging communities and clients. We are Seeking Candidates with: A professional degree in Urban Design, Urban Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or similar degree from an accredited program. 0 to 3 years of experience. Passion for urbanism and city building. Intellectual curiosity and design abilities to support a growing and evolving design studio and affect the quality of communities. Strong analytical skills, comprehension of urban design principles, and an aptitude for multitasking and problem solving. Ability to contribute to the analysis, visioning, strategies, and preparation of innovative planning and design solutions including policies, strategies, design, and regulatory documents. Familiarity with GIS, Google Sketchup, Adobe Creative Suite (including Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Acrobat), to illustrate (maps, conceptual designs and renderings) in a variety of graphic media. Excellent writing skills, and the use of Microsoft Office. Effective, clear communication skills - written, verbal, and presentation. This is a full-time position which includes generous benefits such as vacation time, wellness time, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as participation in a 401(k) and employee stock ownership plan. If this sounds like you, please submit your resume and an electronic portfolio. We look forward to getting to know you! EOE/AA/Veterans/Disabled