Art Director, Events and Activations

📋 Description

• Take charge of defining the visual and experiential direction for Deel’s event programs across various platforms

• Develop innovative event concepts, themes, and creative visions that redefine B2B brand experiences

• Offer art direction and clear visual guidance to internal creatives, freelancers, agencies, and production partners

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

• Drive experiential innovation in physical, virtual, and hybrid event formats, exploring cutting-edge technologies like AR/VR and AI interactions

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

• Present concepts to partners and senior stakeholders, managing the creative process from briefing to execution within deadlines and budget constraints

• Identify trends and elevate the standard for Deel experiences

⛳️ Requirements

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

• Showcase a standout portfolio demonstrating concept-driven event work, brand activations, and immersive experiences that drive business outcomes

• Demonstrate the ability to lead creative teams and external vendors, while actively contributing hands-on

• Have a deep understanding of spatial design, narrative through experiences, and audience-centric approach

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

• Strong skills in cross-functional collaboration and experience working with marketing, sales, and production teams

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

• Possess a bold, boundary-pushing creative mindset along with the discipline to execute ideas with excellence

🏝️ Benefits

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

• Additional perks and benefits tailored to employment status and country

• Remote work flexibility, including optional WeWork access

• Scalable benefits, rewards, and perks promoting inclusivity and accessibility for all

• Competitive pay that aligns with employee needs