EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - Art Director

Who are we hiring?

The Art Director at Sphere is a hands-on craftsperson and innovative thinker with diverse artistic sensibilities and a solid portfolio of work. The ideal candidate is a proven creative with exemplary aesthetics, design and storytelling skills that thrive on the challenge of creating dynamic content for new formats.

What will you do?

• Design and direct the visual execution of creative concepts and deliverables across Sphere’s entire portfolio of output and experiences, with a strategic approach to art direction, design and innovation
• Ability to spearhead projects, leading and directing design and animation teams
• Work with the Creative Director to respond to client & stakeholder feedback, fulfill strategic objectives, and help steward the creative excellence of projects
• Partner with the production team to ensure that concepts and designs are delivered within budget and timescale
• Nurture young and upcoming talent, teaching, building and inspiring them to deliver the highest standards
• Create bold, iconic concepts and designs for non-traditional, digital and physical installations, experiences and screens
• Experiential design and deep knowledge of emerging tech and/or real-time content is a huge plus
• Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site

What do you need to succeed?

• 5+ years’ of Design and Art Direction experience in a creative studio or agency, developing innovative and engaging experiential concepts across digital and physical platforms
• Demonstrated creative and design excellence with career progression in your portfolio
• Proven track record of working in experiential activations at scale, with experience in artful storytelling content, live events, and immersive experiences with brand and cultural clients
• Adept at visualizing concepts across a wide range of styles and mediums
• Advanced proficiency in relevant design software (eg., Microsoft 365, Photoshop, Illustrator, Keynote, After Effects, Premiere, and/or 3D software etc.) Unreal knowledge a plus
• Proven ability in Design and Art Direction, written communication and presentation
• Articulate and charismatic speaker who can lead discussions and captivate a room
• Objective listener with the ability to formulate information into concepts, design and innovation that are technically and economically viable
• Strategic and agile thinker who can pivot the creative and evolve design to meet shifting needs
• A driven “self-starter,” eager to innovate and change the world

Special Requirements

• Occasional travel, as needed
• Non-conventional work hours, as needed

Pay Range

$4500-$5000/Week