Creative Director - Experiential Graphics & Wayfinding

Entro; British Columbia; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Entro's West Coast studio is seeking a Creative Director to shape the design vision across built-environment projects, including signage and experiential graphic design. This hybrid role combines high-level creative leadership with strong project oversight across all phases—from concept to implementation—and involves collaboration with partners, principals, designers, and clients in the NY Studio.

You will lead creative teams, manage schedules and budgets, mentor staff, and contribute to studio

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Architecture, or a related design field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in experiential graphic design, wayfinding, or related disciplines.
• Proven experience in project management within the built environment.
• Strong design portfolio with demonstrated leadership in strategy, concept, and execution.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Familiarity with construction processes and contract administration is an asset.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience in a professional design consultancy or multidisciplinary studio is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the design vision across multiple projects and teams.
• Guide conceptual development, storytelling, and design briefs that align with client goals and project objectives.
• Oversee design quality through QA/QC reviews at all phases.
• Mentor, delegate, and support junior to intermediate level through design development.
• Facilitate internal design charrettes, workshops, and client presentations.
• Ensure consistent and innovative use of materials, methods, and creative techniques.
• Maintain and evolve Entro’s creative standards, contributing to our internal knowledge base.
• Support studio culture through thought leadership, speaking engagements, and team building activities.
• Manage multiple, concurrent projects across all phases—from schematic design to post-construction.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, workbacks, budgets, and resourcing plans with project coordinators and project directors.
• Collaborate with Studio Director, Partners, and design teams to track milestones and deliverables.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and contractors to ensure smooth communication and project alignment.
• Coordinate contract documentation, technical drawings, and submittals with the design team.
• Apply construction knowledge to assess constructibility, compliance, and risk.
• Ensure adherence to contractual obligations, timelines, and budget with project coordinators.
• Participate in business development efforts, including proposals, networking events, and client outreach.
• Assist in hiring, onboarding, and performance management of design team members.
• Promote a collaborative, communicative, and inclusive team environment.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Entro's West Coast studio is seeking a Creative Director to shape the design vision across built-environment projects, including signage and experiential graphic design. This hybrid role combines high-level creative leadership with strong project oversight across all phases—from concept to implementation—and involves collaboration with partners, principals, designers, and clients in the NY Studio.

You will lead creative teams, manage schedules and budgets, mentor staff, and contribute to studio