Art Director for Events

Placement Type: TemporarySalary: $48.32-53.69 Hourly $48.32 - $53.69/hrStart Date: May 4, 2026Art Director for Events - Candidates for this role must be based out of one of the following locations: Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland, Dallas, Denver, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Portland, St. Louis Candidates must be within 50 miles of a client office in locations above. This is currently a remote role but candidates must be agreeable to a possible hybrid work situation in the future. Candidates will be required to be onsite at a client office on their first day Candidates must be open to being asked to work specific days at an office 10-15% of this role will be spent traveling and visiting for events As an accomplished event art director, you are an experienced creative champion who leads and influences innovative thinking and strategic visions that help our clients solve their most complex business challenges with unique solutions. You'll look at every creative task as an experience, always pushing for a unique, memorable and innovative outcome. You'll advance the work by drawing on vast experience and knowledge, settling for nothing less than the best. Your key responsibilities: You can expect to lead creative initiatives across a large portfolio of events and tradeshows. This role is pivotal in shaping innovative design solutions that elevate brand experiences and drive business objectives. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to influence the development of creative briefs, storyboards, and layouts that effectively communicate design concepts and advance business objectives. You'll lead ideation sessions, mentor teams, and be actively developing award-winning creative. You'll lead, mentor, rally, create, and inspire. Through clear communication you'll be able to articulate and present compelling creative concepts that will be essential in gaining stakeholder alignment and advancing project goals. You'll collaborate closely with graphic designers, motion graphic designers, videographers, and content strategists to create cohesive, elevated visual content across multi-faceted and complex event channels. Success in this role requires a strong creative vision, a deep expertise in experiential design from strategy through execution, and the capacity to manage multiple event deliverables simultaneously. To qualify for the role, you must have Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related discipline or equivalent work experience as an Art Director Eight-plus years of event-related art direction and design experience Comprehensive knowledge in event and creative industry practices, digital trends, innovation and technology demonstrated within a portfolio. Advanced creative conceptual thinking and design skills and the ability to constructively critique colleagues' concepts Ability to drive development of creative briefs, storyboards and to sell clients on your design and persuade them to follow your design direction Innovative mindset with current knowledge of design and creative technology trends related to events Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite; proficient in prototyping, Microsoft Copilot, Office and Teams Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead by example Experience in successfully leading creative project teams and individuals in implementing event vision, concept and design of deliverables in various platforms and media; reviewing work, troubleshooting and providing feedback Experience in successfully mentoring and coaching creatives in developing conceptual skills, including critiquing design projects and providing constructive feedback in a virtual environment Experience working and mentoring in a fast paced, matrixed agency or in-house team environment to develop a range of creative initiatives Strong communication skills, active listening and diplomacy when collaborating with internal team members and business partners Advanced problem-solving skills to identify, resolve and overcome challenges Ability to proactively foster exceptional client relationships to build trust that leads to the co-development of new opportunities Sound business acumen to fully comprehend stakeholders' strategic vision and influence the development of the creative throughout the lifecycle of an event Ability to initiate and successfully lead creative ideation sessions inspiring new design perspectives Proven ability to inspire, guide, and cultivate innovation and creativity by harnessing the strengths of diverse skillsets within a multi-disciplinary creative team. **About Aquent Talent:** Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive. #LI-MS2Client Description Are you ready to be part of a global professional services firm that is renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and client success? Our client, a leading player in the professional services industry, is actively seeking dynamic individuals to join their high-performing team. With a focus on providing unparalleled advisory, assurance, tax, and transaction services, this organization is at the forefront of driving business success. If you are passionate about delivering strategic solutions, thrive in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, we invite you to explore opportunities with us. Join a team dedicated to shaping the future of business and fostering the growth of both clients and professionals alike.

Created: 2026-04-02