CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Compass Group•Denver, CO

25d•$114,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

As Denver’s premier catering and event design company, Catering by Design is internationally recognized for our innovation, service, and results. With nearly 30 years in business, we’ve become known for crafting extraordinary menus, breathtaking décor, and unforgettable experiences that set the standard for Colorado’s most remarkable events. Our award-winning team brings creativity, professionalism, and passion to every event—from intimate gatherings and corporate functions to large-scale celebrations in Denver, Vail, Aspen, Colorado Springs, and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of creative direction, experiential design and business leadership—leading creative vision for Catering by Design while helping launch The Edit Rental Co., a division offering curated furniture, décor and tabletop. This person connects both sides of the business—integrating The Edit into Catering by Design events while building it as a distinct, revenue-generating brand with its own clients and industry relationships. As a member of the senior leadership team, this person has a meaningful voice in creative direction and growth.

Requirements

Significant experience in event design, décor, rentals, hospitality or interiors
A strong creative eye and clear point of view on design and guest experience
Proven experience leading and mentoring creative teams
Strong client-facing presence and relationship-building skills
Entrepreneurial mindset and excitement for building something new
Ability to move between creative vision and commercial thinking
Strong organizational and project management skills
Fluency with budgets, pricing and profitability reporting
Proficiency with Canva and PowerPoint
Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Responsibilities

Set creative direction for Catering by Design across events, décor, presentation and guest experience
Lead and mentor the Creative/The Edit team
Meet clients and planners to develop concepts and present recommendations
Partner across Culinary, Sales, Event Design and Operations to execute ideas
Bring creative direction to marquee events, tastings and proposals
Participate in site visits, design meetings and walkthroughs
Develop resources/training that help Sales pitch stronger ideas
Stay plugged into trends across hospitality, events, interiors and culture
Balance creative thinking with budgets, timelines and operations
Shape and launch The Edit, establishing its point of view in the Colorado market
Lead growth strategy; own revenue, expenses and profitability
Build rental revenue through Catering by Design events and external business
Curate the collection of furniture, décor, tabletop and statement pieces
Serve as client-facing ambassador with planners, venues and industry partners
Partner with Sales/Event Design to make The Edit part of proposals and tastings
Shape inventory strategy; manage purchasing and pricing
Identify partnerships/showcases that expand The Edit's reach
Partner with Operations/Warehouse on storage, transport and installation
Oversee installations to ensure delivery matches vision and expectations
Carry creative vision from initial client conversation through final event
Collaborate with Culinary on food presentation—vessels, buffets, stations
Work with Sales to strengthen proposals and client experiences
Partner with Marketing on photography, social and campaigns
Provide creative direction for shoots and brand storytelling