Manager, Mapping Designer (Cartographer)

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.
LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.
The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.
Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.
Manager, Mapping Designer:
The Manager, Mapping Designer (Cartographer) will support cartographic design and mapping operations for the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Transportation Functional Area (FA) in coordination with other FAs. This role will lead the design and production of clear and effective static and interactive maps to support transportation planning, operational coordination, and stakeholder communication.
The position will manage and contribute to transportation and cross-functional mapping projects, translating complex spatial and operational data into intuitive visualizations. The role requires strong collaboration across LA28’s Functional Areas to maintain project alignment, and key milestones. Experience in transportation, city planning, geography, or related fields is a plus.
This role reports to the Senior Manager, Mapping & Spatial Solutions and works closely with transportation, and staff across LA28.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the cartographic design and layout development for transportation and cross-functional venue operational plans, producing clear and effective static and interactive maps.
Design and implement scalable map layout templates and cartographic standards within ArcGIS Pro and AGOL to support the high-volume production of operational maps across LA28 Functional Areas.
Translate complex and evolving operational planning information into intuitive visualizations that support planning, coordination, and operational readiness.
Integrate cartographic designs within geospatial workflows, ensuring layouts function efficiently with data maintained through ArcGIS Online and the integrated portal environment.
Manage and contribute to transportation and cross-functional mapping projects, balancing design quality with production timelines, and evolving operational needs.
Collaborate closely with the Mapping & Spatial Solutions team and other LA28 Functional Areas to incorporate feedback, refine map products, and ensure alignment with operational requirements.
Develop and document cartographic methodologies, templates, and design processes to enable consistent implementation and knowledge sharing across the mapping team.