Job Description

Experiential Art Director / Associate Creative Director

Location: Mundelein, IL (Hybrid – Must Be Local)

Start Date: March/April

Salary: $90,000 – $120,000 (Based on experience)

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Experiential Art Director / Associate Creative Director (ACD) to lead immersive brand experiences and deliver high-impact creative solutions. This role requires a hands-on leader with a strong background in experiential marketing, environmental design, and brand storytelling who can bring concepts to life across live events, activations, and multi-sensory experiences.

As a hybrid role based in Mundelein, IL, this position requires a local candidate who can collaborate onsite with cross-functional teams, clients, and vendors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conceptualize and execute innovative experiential marketing campaigns, activations, and branded environments
• Lead design strategy for large-scale events, trade shows, retail experiences, and pop-ups
• Work closely with cross-disciplinary teams including strategists, designers, copywriters, and producers to develop and execute creative visions
• Oversee visual storytelling, environmental design, and digital integrations to create immersive experiences
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure brand consistency and creative alignment
• Direct and mentor creative teams, ensuring high-quality execution from concept to completion
• Stay ahead of industry trends in experiential design, emerging tech, and audience engagement strategies
• Partner with production teams to source materials, build prototypes, and execute final deliverables

Qualifications & Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in experiential marketing, event design, or environmental branding
• Proven ability to conceptualize, pitch, and execute experiential campaigns
• Strong background in 3D/spatial design, environmental graphics, and digital engagement
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), SketchUp, Cinema 4D, or similar tools
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with clients/stakeholders
• Strong understanding of fabrication, production processes, and materials used in experiential design
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while maintaining creative excellence
• Exceptional presentation, storytelling, and communication skills

If interested please apply with your most updated resume!

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