Design Director
$85,000–$100,000 year
On-siteDublin, Leinster, Ireland or Dublin, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Lead creative vision for multiple exhibit and experience design projects from early concept through detailed design and implementation. Guide multidisciplinary teams of designers, writers, and technical specialists while developing concepts that balance storytelling, visitor engagement, and operational needs. Create sketches, plans, models, and presentations to communicate design intent, then present ideas directly to clients and facilitate collaborative conversations. Mentor emerging designers to foster a culture of curiosity and excellence while balancing multiple projects with focus on quality, schedule, and resources. Help shape not only great projects but also a great design studio.
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in exhibit design, environmental design, architecture, experiential design, or a related field
- A portfolio demonstrating exceptional spatial thinking, storytelling, and visitor-centered design
- Experience leading multidisciplinary creative teams
- Confidence presenting ideas to clients and facilitating design discussions
- Strong conceptual thinking balanced with practical execution
- Experience mentoring designers and helping others grow
- Proficiency with tools such as SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD and/or Revit
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