Creative Project Designer (Events, Exhibitions & Brand Experiences)

Pico International (HK) Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Pico International (HK) Ltd is seeking a creative design professional to shape experiences for exhibitions, events, and brand activations. You will transform client stories into immersive spatial journeys and deliver concepts through sketches, floor plans and 3D renders.

In this role you will lead projects from concept through on-site execution, collaborating with managers, suppliers and contractors to ensure high-quality deliverables on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite is essential.
• Experience with high-quality 3D visualisations and practical design communication.
• Fluent in Cantonese and English; bilingual communication with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop concepts for exhibitions, events, retail environments and activations.
• Translate client objectives into engaging spatial experiences and visitor journeys.
• Produce sketches, mood boards, floor plans and 3D renderings.
• Lead design process from concept to on-site execution.
• Collaborate with project managers, production teams, suppliers and contractors.
• Prepare technical drawings and material specifications.
• Ensure deliverables meet design intent, budget and timeline.

Skills

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

3D visualisations

Technical drawings

Fabrication knowledge

Budget & timelines

Bilingual: Cantonese/English

Tools

Enscape

Twinmotion

V-Ray

Lumion

Blender

Figma

Job description

What You\'ll Do

Design Experiences That Inspire

• Develop creative concepts for exhibitions, events, brand activations, retail environments and experiential marketing campaigns.

• Translate client objectives and brand stories into engaging spatial experiences and visitor journeys.

• Produce concept sketches, mood boards, floor plans, visual presentations and 3D renderings to communicate design ideas effectively.

• Explore innovative materials, technologies, interactive elements and sustainable solutions to elevate audience engagement.

• Balance creativity, functionality and operational feasibility to deliver impactful design solutions.
  

Bring Projects to Life

• Lead the design process from concept development through detailed design, production and on-site execution.

• Work closely with project managers, production teams, suppliers and contractors to ensure seamless project delivery.

• Prepare and review technical drawings, fabrication details and material specifications.

• Monitor production quality and ensure all deliverables meet design intent, budget and timeline requirements.

• Support site installations, supervise build-ups and resolve design-related challenges during project execution.

Collaborate with Clients & Stakeholders

• Participate in client meetings, design workshops and creative discussions to understand project goals and expectations.

• Present design concepts and creative solutions confidently to clients and internal teams.

• Build trusted relationships with clients by providing design expertise and professional recommendations.

• Incorporate feedback effectively while maintaining creative integrity and project objectives.
  

Contribute to Winning Ideas

• Participate in brainstorming sessions, pitch development and tender submissions.

• Generate fresh and innovative concepts that help win new business opportunities.

• Stay informed of industry trends and emerging innovations in exhibitions, events, retail and experiential design.

Technical Skills

Essential

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign).

• Strong capability in developing spatial designs, exhibition layouts, technical drawings and presentation materials.

• Experience creating high-quality 3D visualisations and renderings.

• Understanding of fabrication methods, construction detailing, materials, lighting and AV integration for exhibitions and events.

• Ability to prepare production-ready drawings and communicate effectively with contractors and fabrication teams.

Language Requirements

• Fluent in spoken Cantonese and English.

• Proficient in reading and writing both Chinese and English.

• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors, suppliers and production teams in a bilingual environment.
  

Advantageous

• Experience with Enscape, Twinmotion, V-Ray, Lumion, Blender or other visualisation software.

• Familiarity with interactive technologies, digital experiences and immersive environments.

• Knowledge of sustainable design solutions and environmentally responsible materials.

• Experience using Figma, AI-assisted design tools or emerging creative technologies.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to see your ideas evolve from the first sketch to a fully realised experience. Whether it's a large-scale exhibition, immersive brand activation or corporate event, your creativity will directly shape how audiences interact with brands and spaces.