Experience Design Director

Roto Group

Dublin, Northern (OH, KY)

Hybrid

USD 85,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Roto Group in Dublin, OH, is seeking an experienced Design Director to lead multidisciplinary teams from concept through detailed design for museums, aquariums, zoos, and cultural attractions. You will mentor staff and collaborate closely with clients and internal disciplines to deliver engaging experiences.

The role demands a strong portfolio, leadership in multidisciplinary projects, and excellence in storytelling balanced with practical execution.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in exhibit design, environmental design, architecture, experiential design, or related field.
Portfolio demonstrating spatial thinking and visitor-centered design.
Experience leading multidisciplinary creative teams.
Confidence presenting ideas to clients and facilitating design discussions.
Strong conceptual thinking balanced with practical execution.
Experience mentoring designers and helping others grow.
Proficiency with SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD and/or Revit.

Responsibilities

Lead the creative vision for multiple exhibit and experience design projects.
Guide teams of exhibit designers, graphic designers, writers, producers, and technical specialists.
Develop concepts balancing storytelling, visitor engagement, operations, and budget.
Create sketches, plans, diagrams, models, and presentations to communicate design intent.
Present ideas directly to clients and facilitate collaborative design conversations.
Mentor and develop emerging designers and foster a culture of curiosity and design excellence.
Balance multiple projects while managing quality, schedule, and resources.
Help shape the design studio and its growth.