Senior Project Lead - Brand Activation at Populous | New York, USA | $116K/yr – $135K/yr

Senior Project Lead - Brand Activation

New York, USA (Hybrid)

$116K/yr – $135K/yrSenior Level10+ years expFull time

Posted 6 months ago

Job Summary

Drive experiential graphic design leadership for branded environments, guiding teams to deliver high-quality spatial branding experiences.

Must-have: 10+ years of graphic design in a studio environment.
Strong portfolio in branding and experiential graphics with Adobe Creative Cloud proficiency.
Standout: Ability to manage client relationships and lead cross-disciplinary project teams.

Job Description

Lead and mentor design staff and brand activation project teams, guiding the creation of design materials and ensuring deliverables meet high-quality standards.
Effectively manage client relationships.
Create impactful experiential graphic design solutions for high-profile national and international client brands. Design services may include experiential branding, placemaking and sponsorship for a variety of entertainment, hospitality, and sports projects.
Translate brand strategy into spatial expression. Through close collaboration with clients, discover opportunities to amplify the character of a place, conveying the brand’s identity in imaginative and compelling ways within venues and facilities.
Showcase your exceptional branding and experiential graphic design sensibilities, presentation skills, and high-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud.
Demonstrate your expertise in project management methodologies in collaboration with architects, interior designers, and planners as we believe that successful place-making demands an integrated analysis across many disciplines.

10+ years of experience in graphic design in a studio environment
Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in graphic design

Experience working on branded environments for museums, retail, or events a plus
Proficiency in 3d environment software a plus (Sketchup, 3ds Max, Blender, or equivalent)
Travel may be required.

Professional & Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + On-Site Gym (Dallas/KC) + Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.
medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, FSA/HSA, paid time off and continuing education benefits.

Populous

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We’re a global design firm with colleagues spanning four continents. Working with communities of all sizes and using a range of disciplines, we create experiences that amplify the joy felt in shared human moments.

Founded in 1983

1.7K employees (930 in marketing)

www.populous.com

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