Creative Director

About Us Sparks is a global brand experience agency that designs and produces trade show exhibits, corporate events, brand activations, and immersive experiences for major brands. They focus on helping companies build real human connection through creative, strategic, and memorable experiences. Sparks recently joined Freeman, but they still operate with their own team, culture, and creative approach. Summary The Creative Director is an integral member of the design staff, providing unique and creative environmental designs for our clients. The role requires the ability to lead projects, collaborate with colleagues and participate in client communication. This position will support our Creative team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2-3 days per week. The ideal candidate will be based out of any of the following locations: New York, NY Las Vegas, NV Seattle, WA Los Angeles, CA Chicago, IL San Francisco, CA Essential Duties & Responsibilities Develop design visuals of your concepts via 3D modeling, concept sketching, floor plan/space development, presentation layouts, and control drawings. Share design information with Graphic designers, Estimators, Engineers and Production Managers quickly and efficiently. Effectively manage a team of unique individuals under constantly changing circumstances. Demonstrate solid design sense and flexibility through each project. Clearly and professionally present ideas to colleagues, partners and clients. Receive design direction from partners, clients, sales representatives and design management. Operate effectively under time constraints and meet deadlines. Have a working knowledge of materials, technologies, construction techniques and event production. Understanding of budgetary constraints and how to provide concepts that are within budget. Other duties as assigned. Education & Experience Familiarity with Adobe Suite software, 3D Studio Max, V-Ray, ACad or similar CAD software. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Education in one of the following: architecture, environmental design, retail design, interior design, industrial design, exhibit design or experiential. design Experience is helpful but not as important as creativity, intelligence and the right attitude. Preferred Skills: Proficient in Google Drive and Microsoft Office. Strong attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a team player. Ability to operate within a fast-paced environment. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Travel Requirements Travel up to 25% What We Offer The Freeman Company provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions. Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Life, Accident and Disability Retirement with Company Match Paid Time Off Salary range of $120,000-149,000 based upon experience Eligible for an annual bonus of up to 15% of the base salary Diversity Commitment At The Freeman Company, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #LI-Hybrid #TFCSparks #J-18808-Ljbffr