Associate Design Director, Experiential

Edelman; New York (NY); On-site; USD 86,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

DJEH is seeking an Associate Design Director to lead the Experiential Design team in creating impactful live-event experiences. You will oversee ideation and execution of spatial design across 2D and 3D elements, from concept to final build drawings, while staying attuned to trends, technology, and culture.

You will lead an integrated design team and collaborate with graphic, spatial, art, and production professionals to deliver compelling brand experiences for diverse clients.

Qualifications

• 7-9 years experience in experiential, exhibition design or spatial design.
• Portfolio of spatial design work with hands-on background developing brand experiences, from conception to execution.
• Degree or robust experience in Architecture, Interior Design, Environmental/Exhibition Design, Graphic Design or related field.
• Strong graphic design lens and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative development and execution of spatial and 3D design elements on mid-to-large scale projects.
• Collaborate across design domains including user journeys, moodboards, sketches, accurate 3D models and polished renders.
• Direct experiential elements like physical environments, interactive installations, and digital components.
• Present design deliverables to clients and teams, incorporating feedback into revisions.
• Coordinate with production for fabrication and material selections.

Skills

3D modeling

Rhino

Cinema 4D

SketchUp

Photoshop

Illustrator

Figma

Education

Architecture or related field

Tools

3D software suite

Job description

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions.

The Role and What You’ll Do:

We are seeking a talented Associate Design Director, strong on craft and communication skills, to join our ExperientialDesign team. As an Associate Design Director, you will help lead internal teams and designers to create impactfullive-eventexperiences that bring creative ideas to life.

You willbe responsible forthe ideation & creation ofspatialdesignprojectsacross 2D and 3D elements, from conceptual design andrenders, to furniture,decorand final build drawing review.This role requires a passion forspatialdesign, immersive experiences, a sharp eye for attention to detail, and someone who is tappedin todesign trends, technology, and culture.

Responsibilities:

• Extremely high caliber craftsperson leading the creative development and execution of allspatial and3D design elements on a project (medium to large scale)

• Breadth as a designer, with strongunderstanding andcapabilities across several design domains such asuser journeys,moodboards, sketches,accurate3Dmodels, polished renderingsetc

• Lead in the design development and execution of experiential elements including physical environments, interactive installations, and digital components

• Ideate brand ideas and design solutions that are relevant to consumers,cultureand businessobjectives- push design team forward by bringing strong ideas to the table

• Help lead an integrated design team, collaborating with graphic designers, spatial designers, artdirectorsand writers, as well as with a larger team of Producers and Account Managers.

• Deliver and present design deliverables to clients and teams, articulating design decisions thoughtfully and incorporation feedback in to design revisions

• Lead site visits and surveys to gather photos, dimensions and other info needed for proper siteselectionand design implementation

• Partner with production to work with fabrication vendors on build drawings, material selections, cost revisions, shop visitsetc

• Manage design efforts during load-ins and installs, ensuring the execution aligns with design specifications across physical and digital touchpoints

• Lead the vision and sourcing of props, furniture, and decor, ensuring alignment with design concepts and project requirements

• Proactive multi-tasker,self-propelled- does not wait for instructions and can ask questions proactively when clear guidance is needed

Qualifications:

• 7-9years experienceworking in experiential, exhibitiondesignor spatial design

• Degree or robust experience in Architecture, Interior Design, Environmental/Exhibition Design, GraphicDesignor related field.

• Portfolio of spatial design work whereyou’vehad substantialhands onbackground developing brand experiences, from conception to execution

• Strong graphic design lensa must

• Acute attention to detail, highly organized, anddiligent infollow-through.

• Expert in 3d modeling software such as Sketchup, Rhino,Cinema 4detc

• Confident in 2D drafting language and technical drawingswithabilitytoreview and redline said drawings in prep for fabrication

• Great planner who constantly thinks ahead about the needs of the team, theaccountand the client

• Ability to communicate spatial designs and materials effectively by using various mediums including sketches,compsor rendering software

• Strong skills in Adobe Photoshop,Illustrator & other relevant Creative Suite tools

• Must be interested in working on a range of events, from premium hospitality experiences to sports and entertainment activations

• Must have a high taste level for materials, design language, merch, decoretc

• Figma knowledge a plus

• Strong teamplayer with excellent collaboration skills

• Strong creative and problem-solving skills combined with attention to detail

• Exceptional time management, multitasking, and managing multiple projects in a fast-pacedenvironment

• Confident in presenting work internally and externally; excellent communication skills

$86,000 - $138,000 per year

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

DJEH offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.

DJEH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation in any part of the employment process, please let us know.