Senior 3D Exhibit Designer

Design Observer; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Observer Group in Suwanee, GA is seeking an ET Global senior exhibit designer to lead concept development with strong 3D design and live-environment expertise. You will shape ideas from concept through execution to create immersive experiences aligned with client marketing goals.

This role requires collaborating with creative leadership, production teams, and clients, translating direction into renderings, and applying knowledge of materials and fabrication while staying on budget.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in creative design in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Rhino, 3D Max and/or FormZ as well as Vectorworks.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Portfolio review is required.

Responsibilities

• Create original concepts and 3D designs for live events, exhibits, trade shows, corporate environments, and experiential programs.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to refine concepts and ensure alignment with brand standards and creative intent.
• Translate direction into well-resolved 3D renderings, aligning with project goals and experiential intent.
• Contribute hands-on to projects of any scale and support execution and refinement.
• Apply knowledge of materials, fabrication, construction methods, and budgeting constraints.
• Stay current on design trends, materials, fabrication techniques, and emerging technologies relevant to experiential design.
• Participate in client presentations and internal reviews, communicating design intent clearly.
• Maintain strong organizational and time management skills to support multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Portfolio review

Collaborative work

Education

BFA or Industrial Design Degree

Tools

Rhino

3D Max/FormZ

Vectorworks

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

ET Global senior exhibit designers lead concept development with strong spatial and technical design expertise, supported by a deep understanding of multi-experience strategies for live environments. Their work evolves ideas from early concept through execution, resulting in engaging experiences that support client marketing initiatives. They also bring a thoughtful approach to 3D design, presentations, and the integration of digital interactive applications within an overall creative strategy.

Objectives Of This Role

• Contribute to a wide range of projects and media, using appropriate design tools to visualize, develop, and refine innovative 3D designs.
• Collaborate with creative leadership and project stakeholders to ensure design work aligns with brand standards, creative intent, and client expectations.
• Work both independently and collaboratively with design, sales, and marketing teams to meet deadlines, support project schedules, and maintain alignment with budget parameters.
• Evaluate existing workflows and design processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and overall design capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Create original concepts and 3D designs for live events, exhibits, trade shows, corporate environments, and experiential programs, shaping ideas into immersive spatial experiences.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to refine concepts, align on creative direction, and support successful execution across all phases of a project.
• Translate creative and strategic direction into well-resolved 3D renderings, partnering with creative leadership and key stakeholders to maintain alignment with brand standards, project goals, and experiential intent.
• Contribute hands-on to projects of any scale, working collaboratively with a small team of designers and actively supporting execution and refinement regardless of seniority or project size.
• Apply strong knowledge of materials, fabrication, construction methods, and pricing to ensure designs are creative, buildable, and aligned with budget constraints.
• Stay current on design trends, materials, fabrication techniques, and emerging technologies relevant to experiential and environmental design.
• Participate in client presentations and internal reviews, clearly communicating design intent and rationale.
• Maintain strong organizational and time management skills to support multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in creative design working in a collaborative and fast paced environment.
• Proficiency in Rhino, 3D Max and/or FormZ as well as Vectorworks (or other professional 3D modeling programs) is required
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite
• Portfolio review of applicable projects is required.

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

• BFA or Industrial Design Degree (or equivalent experience) in a related discipline is preferred.
• Previous experience within an event, advertising, interactive, or marketing firm is a plus
• Willingness and ability to travel and work extended hours (if