Creative Director

NBCUniversal; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media and entertainment company seeks a creative director to lead project development and execution. This role involves collaboration with various teams to ensure high-quality guest experiences through innovative design. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the entertainment/theme park industry, strong communication skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional results.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10 years of design experience in the entertainment/theme park industry.
• Thorough knowledge of design processes and thematic materials.

Responsibilities

• Leads creative aspects of assigned projects affecting guest experience.
• Collaborates with project teams to maintain creative intent.
• Directs project deliverables and resources.

Skills

Creative Direction

Communication

Organizational Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Bachelor’s degree in Theatre

Bachelor’s degree in Film/Production

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

Sketchup

CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

Based on the needs of assigned project, responsible for the creation and/or development and execution of creative content, direction, quality, and guest experience for assigned project. Responsibilities include; establishing the creative “story”, collaboration with the IP holder, and directing project deliverables, process and resources to establish and define the project’s creative intent. Collaborates with the Art Director, Show Producer and project team to develop and direct creative and design intent to meet project creative, business, technical, and operational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Leads and directs effort to conceive, develop and define all creative aspects of assigned project that affect guest experience. (Often includes leading and encouraging early efforts to creatively explore multiple options in order to arrive at best project direction.)
• Oversees and directs the execution of all applicable project elements to ensure guest experience intent and overall quality.
• Acts as “vision-keeper” for the project team. Communicates, inspires, and maintains project intent among all team-members. Drives the story for the project and evolves as necessary to maintain the creative intent and deliver the intended experience.
• Collaborates with Show Producer to maintain the desired creative intent. Responsible for driving the creative design through all phases of the project.
• Creates and presents project materials to internal and external audiences to advocate and communicate project concept, content and status.
• Works with the Show Producer to identify and procure talent and resources necessary to complete the project.
• Acts as project liaison as needed with internal and external partners, licensors, and intellectual property owners.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Responsible for directing teams of creative project personnel such as writers, artists, directors, scenic designers, media producers, programmers, graphic designers, etc. Also responsible for identifying and directing appropriate outside vendors and consultants. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicanle laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four year college or university in: Architecture, Theatre, Film/Production, or related field.
• 10 Years of Turn-key projects and relevant Design experience, specifically within the entertainment/theme park industry.
• Thorough knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup, CAD & Microsoft Office.
• Required knowledge of the process of design, development, contracting and construction.
• Required knowledge and working experience with thematic materials & finishes
  
  

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with multi-level corporate management structure.
• Must be highly creative with a keen eye for environmental design and detail.
• Ability to visually translate story into environment in experience.
• Ability to achieve results through flawless execution of strategies & objectives.
• Ability to effectively communicate across all lines of business, and with all levels of management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational & multi-tasking skills.
• Strong organizational, planning, delegation & mentoring skills.
• Ability to deal well with ambiguity and constant change.
• Strong passion for delivering the highest quality of guest experience.
  
  

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $120,000 - $160,000 (bonus eligible)

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].