The gap between men and women in the architecture profession is being addressed daily. Women have made tremendous moves in the field, and several firms have pushed beyond the "boys club" of architecture, not only with an increase in female architects but with visible female leadership. 

Continuing last week's employment focus on highlighting female-led and owned firms in New York City, we head west to and feature 11 California-based firms with open positions listed on the Archinect Job Board.

Bestor Architecture seeks a Job Captain
Location: Los Angeles, CA

Details: "Bestor Architecture’s Job Captain is part of a collaborative team of architects and designers. This person will provide expertise in all phases of project development—schematic design through construction administration. We are looking for an experienced collaborator to join us on our first ground-up institutional project." Read more here.

NCA Studio seeks a Junior Architectural Designer/Project Coordinator
Location: Los Angeles, CA

Details: "NCA Studio is an award-winning architecture and project management firm based in the Arts District of Los Angeles and we are looking for a Junior Designer/ Project Coordinator (2-5 years of experience) to join our team. We are a small team of designers and problem solvers who design and manage a diverse range of projects from restaurants, commercial offices, and community centers to luxury residential." Read more here.

fullBRANCH seeks a Project Manager/Designer
Location: Los Angeles, CA

Details: "fullBRANCH is looking for a licensed architect and/or designer to join our creative team on a variety of project types from conceptual design through construction.  Our ideal candidate is highly motivated, exudes a positive approach to their work, possesses the personal initiative required to manage clients and projects, is very detail-oriented and able to work well with others.  Good communication skills are critical." Read more here.

Laun Studio seeks a Junior Designer
Location: Los Angeles, CA

Details: "The Junior Designer will assist with the production of presentations, generate construction documents, and visualizations as well as research building codes and permit requirements. You will work directly with our founding partners and team members as well to help guide projects through all design phases and construction. There will be an opportunity to work on projects of multiple scales including residential renovations, additions and commercial projects. The ideal candidate will have an interest in interior and furniture design." Read more here.

KAP Studios LP seeks an Architectural Designer
Location: Los Angeles, CA

Details: "This position is for a non-licensed architectural designer. Candidates should have an architectural degree from an accredited program and a minimum of 4 years of professional experience in Los Angeles and be fully competent in all conventional aspects of architecture. Candidate must be able to independently perform a variety of assignments requiring skills in all conventional aspects of architectural designs for projects of moderate size and complexity. Performs analyses of design, planning and occupancy studies, and limited design layouts. Prepares project specifications, compiling and analyzing relevant data. Writes reports and specifications. Reviews completed reports, plans, estimates, and calculations." Read more here.

Robin Nanney Studio seeks a Job Captain
Location: Los Angeles, CA

Details: "We are looking for a new team member who wants to be part of a rigorous, thoughtful, and flexible team environment. This is a remote position for now, although we do connect in person and on-site at least monthly in the LA area, with an expectation of 35-40 hours/week." Read more here.

Letter Four, Inc seeks a Revit Draftsperson
Location: Culver City, CA

Details: "LETTER FOUR, INC. is an established, full-service design-build firm located in Culver City, CA. We work primarily on custom single-family residential and retail tenant improvement projects, with restaurant and office design, among other project types. We are seeking Revit Drafters/Designers who are driven to take on more responsibility, grow, and challenge themselves as they eagerly collaborate with our team and learn the ins and outs of Design-Build. On a daily basis, this position will include generating 3D Revit models, standard 2D project phase drawings, redlines, sketches, details, etc., brainstorming with principals and other staff, updating Revit standards and construction details, consultations with vendors and consultants, city permit coordination, and site visits with our clients, construction team, and subcontractors." Read more here.

Architecture for Education, Inc. seeks a Project Manager/Project Architect and Project Designer/Sr. Project Designer
Location: Pasadena, CA

Details: "A4E is a small yet growing practice, staffed by 14 architects, designers, and support personnel. Education is our passion and 100% of our business. We endeavor to make a lasting contribution to learning through the design of innovative learning environments. As a studio-sized firm, there are many opportunities for you to lead; for you to be involved with all aspects of the architectural process and for you to help us cultivate the culture of the firm." Read more about both positions here.

BAMO is hiring an Intermediate Interior Designer, Senior Interior Designer, and a Purchasing Coordinator
Location: San Francisco, CA

Details: "A collective of interior designers, we create captivating environments that flow, function, and make people feel welcome, at ease, and inspired [...] Just like our designs, no two designers are the same; every voice brings a richness of experience and perspective, and an impassioned view of life. We are looking to welcome a new voice to our talented team of architects and designers, artists, and experts. Join us as we create meaningful narratives, and design authentic spaces that speak to the senses." Learn more about all three open positions here.

*The firm is also hiring a Senior Interior Designer for its Providence, RI location.

HSD Studio seeks an Interior Architect/Designer
Location: Laguna Beach, CA

Details: "HSD Studio is an award-winning interior design studio based in Laguna Beach, California. We are looking for an Interior Architect/ Designer with a passion for design and experience in working on high-end residential and/or commercial projects to join our team in Laguna Beach, CA [...] 1-5 years of experience in interior architecture, interior design or architecture and a degree from an accredited school." Read more here.

LUCE et studio seeks a Junior Designer
Location: La Jolla, CA

Details: "LUCE et studio is a collaborative architecture and design practice that follows the legacy of the workshop atelier model. The firm’s cross-disciplinary approach supports and advances creative explorations with a wide array of practitioners in various fields, including designers, artists, craftspeople, and thinkers [...] The successful candidate will be passionate about design excellence and have great communication and collaboration skills. They will thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a high degree of self-motivation, flexibility, and resourcefulness." Read more here.

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