Design Director, Experience Design Job at Momentum Worldwide in New York

New York, New York, United StatesABOUT US – MOMENTUM WORLDWIDEMomentum is an agency of doers. We make the industry’s most disruptive, entertaining, shareable, unforgettable experiences for our clients and their fans. We do it by bringing people closer to what they love, in original and unexpected ways. Whether it’s a physical activation, a virtual experience, or a piece of unique branded content, it’s all part of what we call the Total Brand Experience — ideas that solve business challenges, through best-in-class Consulting, Strategy, Analytics, Experience Design, and Production.We want you to help brands do amazing, unprecedented, wild things, creating experiences that people never forget.WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM MOMENTUMAt Momentum, we expect our employees to embody our values!Our Core Values of Be One, Do Great Work, Have Fun, Give Back and Grow empower an environment where we challenge ourselves professionally and encourage each other personally.At Momentum, we make our differences matter!Who we are matters. We choose to hire diverse voices from all walks of life. We choose to make our culture one where everyone can be their authentic self and speak in their voice.At Momentum, we make our actions matter!Making it matter means always choosing the sustainable option. It means designing waste out from the start. It means working with the right materials. Sourcing locally, innovating off-the-shelf solutions and reusing and repurposing.At Momentum, we make our people matter!We choose to make your workplace part of your wellbeing. We choose a hybrid work model. We choose no meeting Fridays. We choose to let ourselves take as much Time Well Taken (vacation) as we need.WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FORYou thrive on the idea of what a brand experience could look and feel like. You use consumer insights, behaviors, mindsets, rituals and context to help craft the holistic journey from start to finish. Immersive experiences excite you, with a drive to open a target audience into a new way of thinking about a brand and the larger world around them.HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL DO (RESPONSIBILITIES)Takes concepts from the creative team into the design phase development through to final executionApproaches projects with an analytical and strategy focused lensDevelops thorough understanding of clients brand as well as their competitorsDemonstrates exceptional knowledge and application of all Experience Design pillars, including, and not limited to: Architecture, Environmental, Interior, Retail, Graphic, Digital and Motion Design, etc.Stays abreast of industry trends and happeningsManages multiple projects with fast deadlines; thriving in a dynamic environmentLeads the multidisciplinary experience design team to create exceptional experiencesStays abreast of the competitive design landscape to better understand brand objectives, target audience and industry trends to share back with the larger teamPresents work internally and develops collaborative relationships with other leadsPresents work to clients and develops a trusting relationshipMentors more Junior team membersSupporting Momentum’s ValuesAll other duties as assignedHERE’S WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS)Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field.10-12+ years experience preferredStrong portfolio demonstrating your passion for design and experientialStrong skill in layouts, typography, line composition, color, sketching, visualization, moodboards, material application, spatial diagrams, user journeys and graphic design fundamentalsExpertise in Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant softwareNatural communicator with strong visual and verbal presentation skillsHustler at heart who can adapt to rapidly changing priorities in an energetic environment.MOMENTUM BENEFITSTime Well Taken (our flexible benefits plan that allows you take the time you need)Hybrid Work model – ability to work from home or in officeHolidays and Winter Break (agency closes between Christmas and New Years holidays)No meeting FridaysCurated DE&I programs and initiativesMedical, Dental and Vision plansShort- and Long-term disability401(K) with company matchEAP – Employee Assistance PlanTuition ReimbursementWork from Home stipendReferral bonusesTraining and development opportunitiesFlexible Spending AccountHealth Saving AccountsSALARY RANGEThe salary range for this position is $150,000 to $165,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; location and region; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.At Momentum Worldwide, we value diversity and the uniqueness of all people. We thrive in an inclusive environment, and we recruit, hire and promote without regard to race, gender, age, color, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, religion, sexual preference, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability – or any other legally protected categories as set forth in the applicable state, federal or local laws. 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