Something Special Studios · 1 month ago
Art Director, Experiential
New York, NY
Part-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSomething Special Studios is a creative agency specializing in experiential design. The Art Director, Experiential is responsible for bringing ideas to life through visual storytelling and design for brand activations and cultural experiences, collaborating closely with various teams to shape and execute high-impact environments.
AdvertisingDigital MediaFilm ProductionMedia and EntertainmentVideo Advertising
Responsibilities
Set and articulate the visual direction across experiential activations, campaigns, consumer experiences, and branded environments
Lead visual ideation and concept development for installations, pop-ups, immersive spaces, and cultural experiences
Guide teams through the end-to-end visual development process – ensuring strong conceptual foundations, design excellence, and cohesive storytelling
Partner with Creative Directors to shape the visual identity, aesthetic language, and creative direction for both the agency and client work
Collaborate with Strategy, Production, and Design teams to align visual output with strategic goals and operational realities
Oversee visual development from conception through execution, maintaining quality, consistency, and fidelity across all deliverables
Serve as a creative liaison between internal teams, external partners, and clients – ensuring clear communication and visual alignment
Support, mentor, and inspire designers and junior creatives – cultivating a culture of collaboration, experimentation, and visual excellence
Identify and collaborate with top creative partners, both in-house and freelance, across disciplines such as art direction, design, and spatial storytelling
Foster relationships within the creative community, including artists, designers, and fabricators, to enrich project outcomes
Support pitch development, presentation storytelling, and visual proposals for new business opportunities
Ensure that visual ideas are not only aesthetically exceptional but strategically grounded and feasible within scope
Supervise on-site visual execution for installations, brand activations, and live events as required
Qualification
Required
5–8+ years of creative experience in an agency, studio, or brand environment, with a focus on experiential marketing, brand activations, and/or integrated campaigns
A strong portfolio showcasing concept-driven, high-fidelity work – especially immersive, spatial, and experiential storytelling
Proven experience developing and directing visual design across complex, multidisciplinary projects
Deep understanding of cultural, artistic, and design trends that inform contemporary brand experiences
Strong client-facing presence; expert in visual presentation, communication, and storytelling
Hands-on familiarity with design, spatial development, and fabrication processes for experiential work
An established network of creative collaborators within art, design, and culture
Company
Something Special Studios
A creative company in New York and Los Angeles.
11-50 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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