Lead ACD Experiential Marketing

Target; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k)

Employee discount

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Target is seeking a creative leader for experiential design in New York City. The role involves overseeing the creative development of experiential concepts and collaborating with various teams to produce engaging experiences.

Ideal candidates should have over 7 years of relevant experience, a robust portfolio in experiential design, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. The position supports a hybrid work model, blending onsite work at the NYC office with virtual tasks.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant professional experience in experiential design or spatial design.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating experiential work in retail, brand, or B2B environments.
• Organized with the ability to lead multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative development of experiential concepts and environments.
• Partner closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure strategic execution.
• Champion creative work that challenges convention and elevates the Target brand.

Skills

Experiential design

Spatial design

Adobe Creative Suite

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Four-year college degree or equivalent experience

Tools

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

The pay range is $114,000.00 - $205,000.00. Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including labor markets, education, work experience and certifications.

In addition to pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

About Us

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.

Core Responsibilities

Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.

What You'll Do

• Lead the creative development of experiential concepts and environments from initial idea through execution
• Translate business objectives and marketing strategies into engaging experiences that connect with team members, guests, and key audiences
• Develop creative solutions across a range of experiential touchpoints, including spatial design, scenic environments, content, digital experiences, presentations, lighting, music, and environmental storytelling
• Partner closely with Experiential Planners, Producers, Marketers, and Creative teams to ensure experiences are strategically grounded
• Provide creative leadership and direction to internal teams, agencies, production partners, and vendors throughout the creative process
• Maintain a high standard of design excellence while delivering clear, actionable, and timely feedback
• Balance multiple projects simultaneously while managing timelines, priorities, and budgets
• Stay connected to emerging trends in experiential marketing, retail, and culture
• Champion creative work that challenges convention and elevates the Target brand

About You

• Four-year college degree or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of relevant professional experience in experiential design / spatial designli>
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a breadth of experiential work, with experience in retail, brand, or B2B environments preferred
• Curious, culturally connected, and passionate about design, creativity, retail, and emerging trends
• Strategic thinker with the ability to connect creative ideas to business goals
• Strong understanding of spatial design, environmental storytelling, and experiential creative development
• Collaborative partner who builds strong relationships and inspires others through a clear point of view
• Excellent presentation, communication, and storytelling skills
• Open to feedback and comfortable providing creative direction to others
• Organized with the ability to lead multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
• Willing and able to travel and work flexible hours as needed to support activations

This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs at our NYC Office. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member’s core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target NYC location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target.

Benefits Eligibility

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Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to [e-mail]. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.