Design Director

Jack Morton Worldwide; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jack Morton Worldwide is seeking a Design Director to craft award-winning Environmental Designs and lead a team of designers. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to create thoughtful design concepts for live experiences, with a focus on stage and event projects.

Responsibilities include supervising the design team, presenting concepts, and staying updated with design trends. A BA or BFA in a relevant field or 10+ years of experience in design and marketing are required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant design and experiential marketing experience.
• Ability to generate thoughtful design concepts.
• Experience leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Design immersive, compelling 3D environments for branded experiences.
• Present concepts to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate within the Creative department and across the organization.

Skills

Design immersive 3D environments

Strong communicator

Ability to lead a team

Education

BA or BFA in Industrial Design or relevant field

Job description

Jack Morton is looking for a Design Director to join our team. Our ideal candidate has a history of developing award‑winning Environmental Designs and has experience leading a team of designers. We are looking for someone with the ability to generate thoughtful design concepts that translate into compelling branded live experiences. Stage and event experience are a plus for this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design immersive, compelling 3D environments to house branded experiences
• Present concepts to clients and internal stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
• Immerse yourself in the brand and audience to inspire your design
• Be responsible, organized and accountable for the work of your team
• Understanding of materials, building techniques and construction drawings
• Understand how to work within budgets and regulations
• Ability to lead and mentor a team
• Communicate feedback to team members in a constructive fashion
• Collaborate within the Creative department and across the organization
• Communicate with clarity, confidence, competence, professionalism and authenticity
• Stay current with design trends and apply them to your work where relevant

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises 1-5 non‑supervisory employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience: BA or BFA in Industrial Design, Architecture, Scenic Design, or other relevant degree; or 10+ years relevant design and experiential marketing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Experience with pharmaceutical clients/brands a plus
• Strong communicator and dynamic presenter
• Entrepreneurial and proactive

As set forth in Jack Morton Worldwide’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.