Pinnacle Group
Creative Director - Art
Pinnacle Group, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Creative Director - ArtWork Locations - Dallas TX 75202Positions Requested - 1Hours per Day - 8Hours per Week - 40Total Hours - contract initially up until 12/31/2024US Citizen or Permanent Resident
Project - Experiential Design
The contract Creative Director is a hands-on expert at crafting dynamic 3D environments, whether designing themselves or directing a team.They will partner with the AVP and work closely with brand designers, brand managers, sponsorship, experiential, and retail groups (among other BU's) to express our brand across diverse dimensional spaces.They will closely collaborate with external agency partners in both consultative and conceptual roles leading to best-in-class experiences that elevate our brand and drive business results.The contract creative director will have excellent written and verbal skills and be comfortable presenting to senior-level management.They will have a proven record of leading complex projects through the creative process; from high-level design strategy and conceptual ideation to refinement and physical+digital executions.They will bring our brand to life by infusing storytelling at every touchpoint of the customer journey; including physical environments, large-scale graphics, digital interfaces and share-worthy activations.They will be equally proficient at authoring briefs, managing project milestones and mentoring junior designers.They will share best practices in the environmental brand space and demonstrate outstanding technical skills using the latest software to quickly and effectively communicate high-level concepts as well as practical solutions.This role requires an undergraduate degree in architecture, interior or industrial design or a related discipline.A portfolio is required and should reflect award-winning built environments and/or experiential marketing activations for large consumer facing brands.Agency experience is a plus.Has 7+ years of experience in environmental design (which may include experiential, architecture, interior, exhibit or retail disciplines)Possesses strong strategic and problem-solving skills with a critical eye for detailUnderstands the working dynamics of a brand team and is adept in partnering with brand management and brand strategy.Embodies both creative excellence and technical mastery in 3D modeling programs like Rhino, 3DS Max, or other similar software as well at rendering plugins like Vray or others of comparable quality.Animation/motion/video skills a bonus!Demonstrates strong understanding of human factors, ingress, egress, traffic flow and behavioral psychology throughout the customer journeyKnowledge of and excitement for experimentation with leading-edge technology (digital, social, AR, VR, xR, LED, OLED, holograms etc.)Experience with physical production methods and materials (construction types, materials, lighting, graphic solutions etc.)Craves big ideas and beautiful visuals that push beyond the askPassionate about cultivating fresh ideas (no matter who or where they come from) and nurturing a creative culture that inspires others to excelVersed in leading a team but also enjoys rolling up their sleeves when necessaryMust have the ability to juggle multiple tasks with short-term deadlinesEffortlessly balances speed with volume of ideation and quality of output
Pay Range: $45 - $60/HR W2The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision as well as 401K contributions as well as any other PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by applicable state or localities where you reside or work.
Project - Experiential Design
The contract Creative Director is a hands-on expert at crafting dynamic 3D environments, whether designing themselves or directing a team.They will partner with the AVP and work closely with brand designers, brand managers, sponsorship, experiential, and retail groups (among other BU's) to express our brand across diverse dimensional spaces.They will closely collaborate with external agency partners in both consultative and conceptual roles leading to best-in-class experiences that elevate our brand and drive business results.The contract creative director will have excellent written and verbal skills and be comfortable presenting to senior-level management.They will have a proven record of leading complex projects through the creative process; from high-level design strategy and conceptual ideation to refinement and physical+digital executions.They will bring our brand to life by infusing storytelling at every touchpoint of the customer journey; including physical environments, large-scale graphics, digital interfaces and share-worthy activations.They will be equally proficient at authoring briefs, managing project milestones and mentoring junior designers.They will share best practices in the environmental brand space and demonstrate outstanding technical skills using the latest software to quickly and effectively communicate high-level concepts as well as practical solutions.This role requires an undergraduate degree in architecture, interior or industrial design or a related discipline.A portfolio is required and should reflect award-winning built environments and/or experiential marketing activations for large consumer facing brands.Agency experience is a plus.Has 7+ years of experience in environmental design (which may include experiential, architecture, interior, exhibit or retail disciplines)Possesses strong strategic and problem-solving skills with a critical eye for detailUnderstands the working dynamics of a brand team and is adept in partnering with brand management and brand strategy.Embodies both creative excellence and technical mastery in 3D modeling programs like Rhino, 3DS Max, or other similar software as well at rendering plugins like Vray or others of comparable quality.Animation/motion/video skills a bonus!Demonstrates strong understanding of human factors, ingress, egress, traffic flow and behavioral psychology throughout the customer journeyKnowledge of and excitement for experimentation with leading-edge technology (digital, social, AR, VR, xR, LED, OLED, holograms etc.)Experience with physical production methods and materials (construction types, materials, lighting, graphic solutions etc.)Craves big ideas and beautiful visuals that push beyond the askPassionate about cultivating fresh ideas (no matter who or where they come from) and nurturing a creative culture that inspires others to excelVersed in leading a team but also enjoys rolling up their sleeves when necessaryMust have the ability to juggle multiple tasks with short-term deadlinesEffortlessly balances speed with volume of ideation and quality of output
Pay Range: $45 - $60/HR W2The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision as well as 401K contributions as well as any other PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by applicable state or localities where you reside or work.