Senior Designer - Live Events
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Job description
We're looking for a creative and strategic Senior Live Events Designer to execute development, design and delivery of world class live event experiences. The role sits within a team of designers responsible for shaping immersive environments and ensuring flawless execution of high-profile events that inspire, engage and connect audiences.
We bring together creativity, strategy and flawless execution to deliver experiences that leave a lasting impact. We don't just design events - we craft environments that connect brands to audiences in meaningful, memorable ways.
That means we need someone who can transform vision into reality - taking a brief and turning it into a tangible, immersive experience that engages audiences at every touch point. Someone who brings bold, innovative design ideas while ensuring every detail - from branded walls to area lighting - is executed seamlessly. Who understands Live Events demand agility, quick decision-making, and a calm approach when challenges arise, whilst thinking beyond beautiful design and measuring success by the story told, the emotions sparked, and the audience connections forged.
What you'll do:
By joining our us, you'll be a part of a team who not only design events, but are creators of experiences that inspire, connect and endure.
- Liaising with all teams across the live events space and beyond to create impactful and compelling brand experiences with a specific focus on our to tier live poker events i.e. EPT.
- Executing venue recces prior to live events where necessary, enabling the department to plan effectively while progressing creativity and innovation.
- Generating impactful artwork for Live Events from the provided toolkits and VI's.
- Creating concise branding plans and rollout of collateral for all live events, ensuring quality and delivery on time.
- Supporting the Senior Manager Live Events by working with motion and 3D to bring event design to life.
- Pushing new ideas and modern design practice as much as possible, innovating new ways of player engagement.
- Building a reputation across teams as a facilitator and brand guardian of Live Events design.
- Building relationships with suppliers and ensuring projects are delivered within budget.
Please note worldwide travel will be required with this role and work outside of normal office hours.
Requirements
- Proven experience in live event design and production including beMatrix framing systems, LED ingrations and artwork, pre-press, print production and repro procedures.
- Strong portfolio showcasing large-scale event design and immersive brand activations.
- Expertise in design software (SketchUp, Vectorworks, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar).
- Deep understanding of event production processes.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Detail oriented with excellent organisation skills.
- Committed team player but self-starter who manages their own time
- Adept at managing supplier relationships and cross-functional teams.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while balancing creativity with operational and budgetary discipline.
Desirable
- Experience of scenic, motion, and environmental design.
- Exposure to motion graphics, video, or photography direction.
- Familiarity with content marketing and performance-led creative.
Benefits & conditions
Aside from a generous base salary, we have a fantastic benefits & rewards program that is designed to encourage personal and career development.
- Discretionary annual performance bonus
- 30 days paid leave
- Private healthcare
- Personal life assurance and income protection
- The option to join our company pension scheme
- External learning support of up to £2,000 or equivalent in local currency, dedicated 4 learning "Power Hours" every month during office time, full access to the Udemy and Mindtools platforms, in-house leadership program and many other training opportunities for developing your skills and progressing your career
- 26 weeks primary carer leave at 100% pay & 4 weeks secondary carer leave pay at 100% pay
- Access to an on-site gym
- Social events; including our sensational summer and Christmas parties
- Online Discount Scheme, including discounted shopping and cinema vouchers.