Design Director - 3D

Experience Without LimitsCome shape the future of brand experience.At Jack Morton, we design and build head-turning, smile-inducing, impact-driving brand experiences that redefine what experiential marketing can achieve. We help our clients unlock the full value of experiences by turning bold ideas into meaningful connections.That takes a team that's bold, curious, and acts as one. We build on each other's ideas, challenge conventions, and show up for one another every day. Here, you'll do your best work, grow quickly, and partner across clients, disciplines, and global teams to bring new ideas to life.This is a place where curiosity drives what’s next, boldness raises the bar, and every win is shared. Where ownership is expected, egos are left at the door, and the work reflects the passion and talent of the people behind it.Experience without limits—in your work, your growth, and your impact.**ability to work hybrid in a Jack US office preferred but open to remote US**Jack Morton is looking for a 3D Design Director to join our team. You'll oversee 3D design excellence across our tech portfolio from concept to execution. You bring a sophisticated sense of design that continues to elevate our approach to site planning, exhibits and demos, stages, and interactive installations. You'll also develop a deep understanding of the brand and the client expectations and function as a leader who ensures quality control. Our ideal candidate has a history of developing award-winning Environmental Designs and has experience leading a team of designers. We are looking for someone with the ability to generate thoughtful design concepts that translate into compelling branded live experiences. Stage and event experience are a plus for this role.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Translate the client's tech brand and event-specific visual ID graphic elements into physical form (shape, texture, light) with a high level of design sophistication and attention to detail.Bring a deep stage design and broadcast expertise, always bringing fresh ideas and new solutions while also understanding industry standards and must haves. Infuse new fixtures, materials and solutions into our work in ways that meets the brief and positions us as a thought partner to clients.Possess an ability to expand the 3d design language throughout all event touchpoints (stage, demos, exhibits, swag displays).Understanding of attendee journeys and ability to create (and advise on) floor plans for both large and small events.Oversee 3d design process from briefing, to conceptual (mood, sketch), to modeling + rendering, into construction drawings and fabrication management as well as onsite execution.Manage a range of creative talent (art directors, sketch artists, renderers, technical drafting experts, etc) to ensure all programs deliver a high quality of 3d design work + execution.Liaise with fabrication and technical vendors to confirm each show is delivered to the tech client and Jack standard.Have a passion for all scenic elements that complete the experience design to include podiums, furniture, flooring, plants, and other set dressings or props to ensure no detail is missed and all elements are cohesive.Design immersive, compelling 3D environments to house branded experiencesPresent concepts to clients and internal stakeholders in a clear and concise mannerImmerse yourself in the brand and audience to inspire your designBe responsible, organized and accountable the work of your teamUnderstanding of materials, building techniques and construction drawingsCreate control packages for estimationUnderstand how to work within budgets and regulations Ability to lead and mentor a team Communicate feedback to team members in a constructive fashionCollaborate within the Creative department and across the organizationCommunicate with clarity, confidence, competence, professionalism and authenticityStay current with design trends and apply them to your work where relevant 3D Studio Max strongly preferred but similar software OKLast but not least, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion.Jack Morton is an equal opportunity employer; we strongly value diversity at our companies. 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