Art Director – Events and Activations

📋 Description

• Take the lead in developing original concepts, themes, and creative visions for events that align with strategic goals

• Provide visual direction and guidance to internal creatives, freelancers, agencies, and production partners

• Supervise the creation of all creative assets for event environments including signage, spatial design, motion, video, interactive elements, and swag

• Drive experiential innovation across in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats, exploring new technologies like AR/VR and AI-driven interactions

• Collaborate closely with Field Marketing, Sales, Product Marketing, Comms, and other stakeholders to achieve objectives and KPIs

• Present creative concepts to partners and senior stakeholders, effectively communicating vision and rationale

• Manage the creative process from start to finish, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with the vision

• Stay informed about trends in events, experiential marketing, and creative technology

⛳️ Requirements

• 7–10+ years of experience in creative roles, focusing on events, experiential marketing, and activations (agency or in-house)

• Impressive portfolio demonstrating concept-led event work, brand activations, and immersive experiences that drive business outcomes

• Ability to lead creative teams and external vendors while also contributing hands-on

• Profound understanding of spatial design, storytelling through experience, and audience-first approach

• Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AR/VR, generative AI, and their impact on brand experiences

• Strong collaboration skills and experience working with marketing, sales, and production teams

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and other relevant design tools

• Courageous and innovative creative mindset with a strong focus on executing ideas to perfection

• Fluency in spoken and written English

• Legal authorization to work in the country of residence

🏝️ Benefits

• Stock grant opportunities based on role, employment status, and location

• Additional perks and benefits depending on employment status and country

• Remote work flexibility with optional access to WeWork facilities

• Healthcare and benefits provided to workers in 109 countries company-wide

• Inclusive and accessible benefits, rewards, and perks

• Accommodation available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process