Director of Experiential Design & Creative

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Director for Experience Design & Creative to shape high-profile experiences across University Events & Experience. This on-site role leads concept development, guest journey design and multi-project execution on campus in Austin.

With 8+ years in experiential design, you will direct vendors, manage budgets, and drive creative leadership for flagship events and installations that reflect UT’s hospitality and brand standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of relevant professional experience in experiential design, creative direction, events or related field.
• Proven ability to develop and carry through original creative concepts to production.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating sophisticated experiential, environmental or live work.

Responsibilities

• Develop original concepts for events, environments, installations and experiences.
• Design the full guest experience from invitation to departure, including lighting, graphics and hospitality elements.
• Lead concepts through design, production, installation and final execution; coordinate with vendors and partners.
• Provide clear creative direction and maintain budget, timelines and feasibility across projects.

Skills

Strong portfolio

Visual judgement

Vendors & partners management

Project management

Communication & presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Director for Experience Design & Creative to shape high-profile experiences across University Events & Experience. This on-site role leads concept development, guest journey design and multi-project execution on campus in Austin.

With 8+ years in experiential design, you will direct vendors, manage budgets, and drive creative leadership for flagship events and installations that reflect UT’s hospitality and brand standards.