Creative Director

Balich Wonder Studio; Milano; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading creative company in Milan is seeking a Creative Director to shape and execute innovative live experiences. The role demands a strong background in creative leadership with at least 5 years of relevant experience in live entertainment. The ideal candidate will excel in translating strategic objectives into compelling narratives while guiding multidisciplinary teams through the creative process.

Competenze

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, especially in live entertainment.
• Strong visual sensibility and understanding of art direction.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Mansioni

• Lead the creative direction of assigned projects from start to finish.
• Translate client needs into compelling creative strategies.
• Guide teams through the creative development process.

Conoscenze

Creative leadership

Storytelling

Visual communication

Collaboration

Mentoring

Descrizione del lavoro

Balich Wonder Studio is seeking a multidisciplinary Creative Director to lead the ideation, development, and execution of exceptional live experiences. This role is pivotal in shaping and delivering original creative concepts across a wide range of formats—from traditional shows and ceremonies to immersive destinations, multimedia installations, and architectural storytelling.

As a Creative Director, you will guide the full lifecycle of projects—from early concept through production—ensuring the highest standards of artistic vision, storytelling, and cultural relevance. You will collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and clients to translate strategic objectives into powerful and innovative creative experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Leadership

• Lead the creative direction of assigned projects, from ideation to delivery.
• Translate client needs and audience insights into compelling creative strategies.
• Develop original concepts, narratives, and visual languages for diverse formats.
• Guide multidisciplinary teams (design, video, copy, strategy, production) through the creative development process.
• Build decks, write treatments, and present concepts with clarity and persuasion.
• Oversee aesthetic development through moodboards, references, sketches, and visual storytelling.
• Ensure creative integrity while adapting ideas to feedback and production constraints.
• Identify and manage external collaborators aligned with project needs.
• Contribute to key decisions during design, development, and integration phases.
• Support strategic business goals through creative excellence and innovation.
  
  

Studio & Team Development

• Foster a collaborative, curious, and high-performing studio culture.
• Coach and mentor junior creatives, promoting learning and ownership.
• Proactively share inspiration, trends, and feedback to elevate studio output.
• Launch and lead internal creative initiatives that push creative boundaries.
• Support the Creative Department Director in optimizing workflows and talent development.
• Contribute to building and maintaining relationships with external creative partners.
  
  

Creative Project Support

• Support other Creative Directors in the development of concepts and presentations.
• Provide research, copywriting, references, and design inputs as needed.
• Facilitate seamless collaboration between internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ensure creative resources are effectively activated and aligned with project goals.
  
  

Requirements

Ideal Profile:

• Background in one or more of the following: stage direction, immersive storytelling, art direction, theatre, multimedia, experience design or branded entertainment.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience; experience in live entertainment or experience-based projects is essential.
• Ability to lead both high-level creative vision and hands-on execution.
• Experience in production phases of live entertainment is strongly preferred.
• Passionate about design, storytelling, and creating emotionally resonant experiences.
• Strong visual sensibility and understanding of art direction and spatial design.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; confident presenter.
• Excellent collaborator, able to work across disciplines and cultures.
• Flexible, agile, and comfortable managing multiple priorities across timelines.
• Thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and values precision and craft.
  
  

What We Offer

At Balich Wonder Studio, we craft experiences that celebrate human connection through creativity, ritual, and wonder. We work with a spirit of collaboration, respect, and continuous innovation. This role offers the opportunity to shape world-class live experiences and contribute meaningfully to a diverse range of landmark projects.