Design Manager (Events and Booth Activations)

Clevr OPC; Makati; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

CLEVR is seeking a Design Manager to lead the creative design function in a fast-paced events and experiential agency. You will oversee a team of designers and 3D artists, directing end-to-end design deliverables across on-ground events, campaigns, and brand activations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on creative leader with deep expertise in both art direction and project management, a strong supplier network, and a proven track record in the local events and booth agency space.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Art, Design, Visual Communications, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years leading a design team of at least 5 people.
• Must have local events and/or booth agency experience — film industry background not considered.
• Strong supplier network and database.
• Proficient in Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro), SketchUp, and 3D rendering tools.
• Strong art direction, 2D/3D design, and project management skills.
• Background in events, branding, or PR is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of designers — assigning tasks, setting timelines, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Mentor and guide team members in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
• Review and approve final outputs, ensuring quality, accuracy, and brand consistency.
• Represent the design team in key meetings — briefings, oculars, pre-production, supplier, and post-mortem sessions.
• Conceptualize and execute design solutions for campaigns, activations, and on-ground events.
• Lead creation of event assets — key visuals, logos, illustrations, invites, posters, and animated materials.
• Oversee 3D renders, mock-ups, and flat layouts, ensuring accuracy in measurements, positioning, and customer journey alignment.
• Coordinate with fabricators and suppliers on materials, execution standards, and production requirements.
• Ensure all design information in pre-production decks and client/supplier briefs is accurate and brand-compliant.
• Stay updated on industry trends and tools to drive design innovation.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

2D/3D design

Art direction

Creative leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Art, Design, Visual Communications, or related field

Tools

Adobe CC

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

After Effects

Premiere Pro

SketchUp

Job description

CLEVR is a game-changer in the Philippine executive search industry. Our services include EXEC+TECH SEARCHES and C-LEVEL SUCCESSION. We are looking for sustainable talents that make quality leaders. Get in touch and explore possible opportunities with our career consultants—let's make progressive changes together! One of our client is looking for:

DESIGN MANAGER

Role Overview

The Design Manager leads the creative design function within a fast-paced events and experiential agency environment. This role oversees a team of designers and 3D artists, managing the end-to-end execution of design deliverables across on-ground events, campaigns, and brand activations. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on creative leader with deep expertise in both art direction and project management, a strong supplier network, and a proven track record in the local events and booth agency space.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 10 designers — assigning tasks, setting timelines, and ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery.
• Mentor and guide team members in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.
• Review and approve final outputs, ensuring quality, accuracy, and brand consistency.
• Represent the design team in key meetings — briefings, oculars, pre‑production, supplier, and post‑mortem sessions.
• Conceptualize and execute design solutions for campaigns, activations, and on‑ground events.
• Lead creation of event assets — key visuals, logos, illustrations, invites, posters, and animated materials.
• Oversee 3D renders, mock‑ups, and flat layouts, ensuring accuracy in measurements, positioning, and customer journey alignment.
• Coordinate with fabricators and suppliers on materials, execution standards, and production requirements.
• Ensure all design information in pre‑production decks and client/supplier briefs is accurate and brand‑compliant.
• Stay updated on industry trends and tools to drive design innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Art, Design, Visual Communications, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years leading a design team of at least 5 people.
• Must have local events and/or booth agency experience— film industry background not considered.
• Strong supplier network and database.
• Proficient in Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro), SketchUp, and 3D rendering tools.
• Strong art direction, 2D/3D design, and project management skills.
• Background in events, branding, or PR is an advantage.

Additional Information

Full onsite, regular work schedule based in Makati City.