HKLA is a dynamic, full-service landscape architecture practice based in Los Angeles. Our work is grounded in process-oriented, narrative-driven design, integrating urban ecology, cultural storytelling, and technical rigor to create meaningful public landscapes.
With a strong portfolio of civic, educational, and healthcare projects, we collaborate with public agencies and multidisciplinary teams to deliver environments where people, ecology, and community intersect. Sustainability is central to our approach—through climate-responsive design, native and adaptive planting, water-conscious systems, and long-term stewardship strategies.
We are seeking a Marketing & Administrative Coordinator to support both external communications and internal operations. This role is ideal for a creative, highly organized professional with 2+ years of experience who is eager to grow within a design-focused studio.
Key Responsibilities
Marketing (Approx. 60%)
- Develop and maintain marketing materials, including proposals, qualifications packages (SOQs), project sheets, and presentations
- Support preparation and coordination of RFQs/RFPs, including formatting and content assembly
- Manage and update the firm’s website and social media platforms
- Organize and maintain project imagery, resumes, and marketing assets
- Assist with branding, award submissions, and outreach initiatives
Administrative (Approx. 40%)
- Provide day-to-day administrative support, including scheduling, office coordination, and communications
- Format and organize internal documents, reports, and templates
- Maintain CRM/contact databases and support client outreach and event coordination
- Assist with basic bookkeeping and invoicing tasks (as needed and based on experience)
Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher in marketing, communications, design, or a related field preferred
- Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience, preferably within architecture, landscape architecture, or a creative professional services firm
- Strong writing, editing, and graphic layout skills
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign required), Microsoft Office, and social media platforms
- Experience with website content management systems
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with strong time management skills
- Experience with CRM or project management tools (e.g., MailChimp, Factor AE) is a plus
- Interest in design, sustainability, and the built environment
Why HKLA?
HKLA offers a collaborative, design-driven studio environment where innovation, ecology, and storytelling come together. You will work closely with leadership on high-impact public projects and gain hands-on experience in both marketing and operations.
We value initiative, design excellence, and long-term professional growth, and we are committed to building a strong, supportive team as we expand our practice regionally and nationally.
To Apply
Please submit your resume along with relevant work samples, including InDesign-based materials (strongly preferred).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
