Creative Director

About the role

Sparks is a global brand experience agency that designs and produces trade show exhibits, corporate events, brand activations, and immersive experiences for major brands. They focus on helping companies build real human connection through creative, strategic, and memorable experiences. Sparks recently joined Freeman, but they still operate with their own team, culture, and creative approach.

The Creative Director is an integral member of the design staff, providing unique and creative environmental designs for our clients. The role requires the ability to lead projects, collaborate with colleagues and participate in client communication. This position will support our Creative team. The ideal candidate will be based out of any of the following locations: New York, NY; Las Vegas, NV; Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; Chicago, IL; San Francisco, CA.

Responsibilities

• Develop design visuals of your concepts via 3D modeling, concept sketching, floor plan/space development, presentation layouts, and control drawings.
• Share design information with Graphic designers, Estimators, Engineers and Production Managers quickly and efficiently.
• Effectively manage a team of unique individuals under constantly changing circumstances.
• Demonstrate solid design sense and flexibility through each project.
• Clearly and professionally present ideas to colleagues, partners and clients.
• Receive design direction from partners, clients, sales representatives and design management.
• Operate effectively under time constraints and meet deadlines.
• Have a working knowledge of materials, technologies, construction techniques and event production.
• Understanding of budgetary constraints and how to provide concepts that are within budget.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Travel up to 25%

Requirements

• Familiarity with Adobe Suite software, 3D Studio Max, V-Ray, ACad or similar CAD software.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Education in one of the following: architecture, environmental design, retail design, interior design, industrial design, exhibit design or experiential design.
• Experience is helpful but not as important as creativity, intelligence and the right attitude.

Skills

• Proficient in Google Drive and Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a team player.
• Ability to operate within a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life, Accident and Disability
• Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off

Pay

Salary range of $120,000-149,000 based upon experience. Eligible for an annual bonus of up to 15% of the base salary.

Schedule

Eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2-3 days per week.