Experiential Design Lead

About the role

You will define the visual identity for live events, activations, and editorial franchises by managing both spatial environments and graphic design. This position requires a designer who can bridge the gap between 2D branding and 3D physical spaces to create cohesive, immersive experiences.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Direct the creative strategy for editorial tentpoles, subscriber experiences, and client-facing events.
• Translate project briefs into physical environments, including stage design, signage, wayfinding, and digital-physical integrations.
• Coordinate with internal editorial, marketing, and production departments to ensure brand consistency.
• Integrate sponsor guidelines into event designs while maintaining the integrity of the Vox Media brand.
• Produce mood boards, renderings, presentation decks, and final installation specifications.
• Manage relationships with fabricators, printers, and vendors to ensure projects remain on budget and structurally sound.
• Supervise the production process, including material selection, color management, and on-site installation oversight.
• Lead external freelancers and creative partners across multiple concurrent projects.
• Travel to event locations for site visits and installation supervision.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in art direction, environmental design, or experiential design within agencies, media companies, or event firms.
• A portfolio showcasing both spatial/environmental design and graphic/print work.
• Expertise in print production, typography, layout, and environmental signage.
• A network of preferred fabrication and production partners.
• Ability to balance creative vision with production constraints and budget limitations.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), Figma, and Gsuite.

Nice to have

• Background in media, publishing, or entertainment design.
• Experience creating scalable design systems for recurring event franchises.
• History of working with advertisers and sponsors.
• Knowledge of 3D visualization software such as SketchUp, Rhino, or Cinema 4D.
• Experience managing concurrent print and fabrication workflows.

Skills & tools

• Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
• Figma
• Gsuite
• Environmental and spatial design
• Print production and fabrication management

Practical notes

• Vox Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for the application process; contact recruitment@voxmedia.com if needed.
• All official communication will come from @voxmedia.com email addresses.
• Avoid any recruitment contact via text message.