Creative Director, Interactive
Sparks
Philadelphia, PA, US
Full-time
Position Overview :
The Sparks Creative Director, Interactive leads projects within the Creative Technology team, working with Interactive Producers and Developers, as well as 3D Creative Directors account teams to realize and direct cutting-edge digital experiences that connect audiences with our client brands at live events.
Responsibilities :
- Guide design teams by developing concise creative direction from client and account team inputs
- Lead projects, provide direction, and manage and mentor designers to help them develop their skills and deliver their best work
- Oversee creative ideation, design development, QA and onsite deployment, with support from the Interactive Producer
- Create and prepare various presentation documents and deliver concepts to clients
- Research, specify and advise on equipment and technology, consulting with key partners and internal project managers
- Deliver design solutions that meet client briefs and satisfy budgetary and schedule constraints
- Support the growth of the Creative Technology team through recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new design talent
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
- BA / BFA in Graphic design or related field required
- 10+ years professional experience at a creative agency or in house creative team
- Outstanding design sensibility demonstrated through design portfolio with a focus on physical built environments
- Experience with building, managing, mentoring, and guiding creative design teams
- Strong working knowledge of diverse creative and technical disciplines from interactive designers to technology and development to 3D and 2D designers
- Expertise in creating live interactive experiences
- Possess deep knowledge of UI / UX best practices, design trends, and interactive technologies
- Expertise in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD) and Figma
- Experience with Prototyping tools within XD and Figma
- Familiarity leveraging generative AI tools in creative process (Midjourney, Firefly, ChatGPT)
- Experience with HTML, CSS, Processing, Unity 3d, Sketch-up, or After Effects a plus
- Proficiency in Google docs and Microsoft Office
- Strong attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a team player
- Ability to operate within a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
30+ days ago