Senior Experiential Designer / Associate Creative Director

Cornerstone Technologies•American Fork, UT

11d

About The Position

As a Senior Experiential Designer / Associate Creative Director, you will help lead the creative vision for multi-dimensional brand experiences, mentoring creative teams to deliver exceptional work through collaboration and innovation. This role requires a diverse background that balances graphic, environmental, experience, and digital design. You'll conceptualize captivating multi-touch experiences that align perfectly with client brands while actively engaging in the creative process and managing project teams. This is a leadership position where you bridge the gap between creative vision, user needs, and technical constraints.

Requirements

Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.
Proficiency in prototyping tools (Figma, Adobe CC) and ease in communicating ideas via wireframes, user journeys, diagrams, and prototypes
Demonstrate astute design skills and an incredible eye for detail
Deep understanding of interaction mechanics, collective behavior, and game principles
Solid knowledge of experience architecture, real-world UX (physical + digital), and design of engaging interactions
Understanding of human behavior, collective participation, and immersive environments
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
Deep understanding of brand strategy, consumer behavior, and market trends
Approach design with thoughtfulness and understanding of how it impacts the larger business
Identify risks and friction points related to experiences and recommend realistic, elegant, innovative solutions
Conceptualize unique experiences that exceed client expectations
Creative Innovation - Drive, develop, or support new and improved creative methods and technologies; devise new approaches to solve problems; constantly challenge yourself with transformative ideas
Communication - Easily convey and sell ideas with brevity; articulate creative concepts, provide constructive feedback, and inspire teams to achieve excellence
Urgency - Decisive, responsive, and fast-acting; cool under pressure; eliminate unnecessary steps while never sacrificing quality
Flexibility - Maintain composure when deadlines shift and priorities change; keep an open mind and adapt strategies as needed
Prioritization/Organization - Properly allocate time and resources; establish reasonable timelines; manage all resources effectively
Always lead with a solutions-oriented mindset, focusing on strategically solving challenges
Excellent collaboration skills across departments and disciplines
Excel at presenting work in a clear and inspiring manner to internal and external partners
Passionately offer versatile communication and problem-solving skills, equally comfortable with words and visuals
Advocate for brand and identity standards; understand when to adhere closely and when to advise more creative approaches
Minimum 5-7 years of experience in interactive experience design, experiential design, interaction design, or design of immersive environments
Degree or advanced training in Design, Advertising, Theater, or related creative discipline
Portfolio demonstrating leadership in creative projects and high-impact design solutions
Proven track record of leading successful creative teams and delivering results for experiential marketing campaigns
Concrete experience in projects that take place in the real world (installations, events, immersive spaces, physical environments)
Mastery of hybrid pathways (physical + digital)
Solid experience in planning, directing, and ideating
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills

Nice To Haves

Event and experience design expertise
Understanding of physical technologies, connected objects, sensors, tangible interfaces, and software systems
Knowledge or interest in creative AI tools, platforms, and emerging technologies
Skills in visual content creation (2D, 3D, motion design, generative)
Knowledge or interest in TouchDesigner, Enscape, Unreal Engine
Ability to travel to shows domestically and internationally (approximately 15% of responsibilities)

Responsibilities

Lead the development of new ideas and creative design solutions based on sound strategic rationale across multiple brands
Act as an expert in interactive experience design, working closely with multimedia directors and interactive experts
Imagine, structure, prototype, and test innovative participatory experiences rooted in human interactions and emerging technologies
Define interactive concepts, interfaces, and interaction mechanics in collaboration with project teams
Work closely with Creative Directors to develop project roadmaps and execute strategic design solutions
Translate clients' brands into thoughtful, compelling, and interactive experiences
Lead project creative design teams on assigned projects, ensuring execution is consistent and of the highest quality
Collaborate with creative leadership to create high-quality, strategic presentations through copywriting, sketches, renders, mock-ups, and presentations
Manage design, development, and implementation of all event-related creative in support of overall look and feel
Maintain project budgets and track allocated hours to ensure profitability in partnership with project managers
Understand the creative team's bandwidth and recommend when additional resources are needed
Develop personal client relationships that inspire clients and manage their expectations effectively
Be an impactful participant in new business development efforts, including the pitch process
Identify new projects and opportunities with existing clients
Lead and participate in client presentations with compelling, innovative design solutions
Inspire clients and creative partners with mind-blowing concepts, approaches, and presentations
Mentor creative team members through hands-on coaching and clear creative direction
Inspire teams to do their best work and contribute to the creative and agency culture
Set the highest standards for all creatives by leading in new thinking and techniques
Mentor team members so well they can advance in their careers; identify areas of growth and help establish career paths
Convey by example the mechanics and attributes of team strategy and accountability
Act as an expert resource: provide training, alignment, and coaching on experiential and interactive design
Contribute to defining and documenting best practices in interactive experience, and participatory design
Maintain constant monitoring of interactive design, emerging technologies, cultural trends, and game mechanics
Propose, test, and iterate interactive solutions working across departments and disiplines
Help create thought leadership content and R+D
Contribute to elevating the quality of projects interactively, aesthetically, and technologically