Associate Creative Director (3D Experiential)

About Pinch Creative

As an immersive design studio, we’re in the business of storytelling, bringing brands to life through the senses.

From the outside, we’re a creative powerhouse, pairing strategic design with production expertise to flawlessly execute next level experiences. Inside, we’re a radically compassionate company, burning down traditional agency norms by centering people and giving creativity the space and support to thrive. We value emotion over information and people over profits, tenets that permeate every project we unleash on the world.

We spark curiosity, foster community, and inspire action with the potency of a pinch.

Associate Creative Director - Spatial and 3D Focus

We’re seeking an Associate Creative Director with a spatial and 3D focus to lead the creative visioning, storytelling, and design development of immersive brand environments. This role bridges concept and craft — transforming brand strategy into dynamic physical worlds that move people.

• Partner with Creative Directors to define experiential concepts rooted in brand and cultural insight
• Lead design direction for 3D environments, including spatial planning, scenic and lighting integration, and architectural visualization
• Guide teams of designers, 3D artists, and art directors through iterative creative development
• Elevate creative output by championing craft, innovation, and storytelling
• Translate creative strategy into experiential concepts and environmental design narratives
• Lead development of renderings, mood boards, and 3D visualizations that bring ideas to life
• Oversee design refinement — from floorplans and sightline studies to décor and fabrication details
• Integrate lighting, AV, and interactive technology into holistic spatial concepts
• Ensure creative integrity across all phases — from pitch to build
• Serve as a trusted creative lead and point of contact for clients throughout the design process
• Present concepts with clarity and confidence, connecting creative ideas to brand strategy and ROI
• Collaborate closely with Production and Fabrication teams to ensure design feasibility, cost alignment, and material excellence
• Support new business through ideation, storytelling, and pitch presentations

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in experiential, spatial, or environmental design (agency or studio setting preferred)
• Strong command of 3D design and visualization tools (e.g., SketchUp, VRay & Enscape, with willingness to learn D5)
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and ability to review technical documentation (floorplans, elevations)
• Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite; familiarity with CAD workflows a plus
• Experience leading creative teams and mentoring junior talent
• Able to bridge creativity and practicality — delivering beautiful, buildable design
• Excellent presentation, storytelling, and communication skills
• Deep understanding of materials, fabrication processes, and production realities
• A passion for crafting spaces that evoke emotion and drive engagement