Senior Experiential Designer / Associate Creative Director

Company: Cornerstone Technologies
Location: American Fork
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: Senior Experiential Designer / Associate Creative Director About the Role As a Senior Experiential Designer / Associate Creative Director, you will help lead the creative vision for multi-dimensional brand experiences, mentoring creative teams to deliver exceptional work through collaboration and innovation. This role requires a diverse background that balances graphic, environmental, experience, and digital design. You'll conceptualize captivating multi-touch experiences that align perfectly with client brands while actively engaging in the creative process and managing project teams. This is a leadership position where you bridge the gap between creative vision, user needs, and technical constraints. Your Responsibilities Creative Leadership & Strategy Lead the development of new ideas and creative design solutions based on sound strategic rationale across multiple brands Act as an expert in interactive experience design, working closely with multimedia directors and interactive experts Imagine, structure, prototype, and test innovative participatory experiences rooted in human interactions and emerging technologies Define interactive concepts, interfaces, and interaction mechanics in collaboration with project teams Work closely with Creative Directors to develop project roadmaps and execute strategic design solutions Translate clients' brands into thoughtful, compelling, and interactive experiences Project Management & Execution Lead project creative design teams on assigned projects, ensuring execution is consistent and of the highest quality Collaborate with creative leadership to create high-quality, strategic presentations through copywriting, sketches, renders, mock-ups, and presentations Manage design, development, and implementation of all event-related creative in support of overall look and feel Maintain project budgets and track allocated hours to ensure profitability in partnership with project managers Understand the creative team's bandwidth and recommend when additional resources are needed Client Relations & Business Development Develop personal client relationships that inspire clients and manage their expectations effectively Be an impactful participant in new business development efforts, including the pitch process Identify new projects and opportunities with existing clients Lead and participate in client presentations with compelling, innovative design solutions Inspire clients and creative partners with mind-blowing concepts, approaches, and presentations Team Development & Mentorship Mentor creative team members through hands-on coaching and clear creative direction Inspire teams to do their best work and contribute to the creative and agency culture Set the highest standards for all creatives by leading in new thinking and techniques Mentor team members so well they can advance in their careers; identify areas of growth and help establish career paths Convey by example the mechanics and attributes of team strategy and accountability Act as an expert resource: provide training, alignment, and coaching on experiential and interactive design Innovation & Excellence Contribute to defining and documenting best practices in interactive experience, and participatory design Maintain constant monitoring of interactive design, emerging technologies, cultural trends, and game mechanics Propose, test, and iterate interactive solutions working across departments and disiplines Help create thought leadership content and RD Contribute to elevating the quality of projects interactively, aesthetically, and technologically Your Skills & Competencies Design & Technical Mastery Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc. Proficiency in prototyping tools (Figma, Adobe CC) and ease in communicating ideas via wireframes, user journeys, diagrams, and prototypes Demonstrate astute design skills and an incredible eye for detail Deep understanding of interaction mechanics, collective behavior, and game principles Solid knowledge of experience architecture, real-world UX (physical digital), and design of engaging interactions Understanding of human behavior, collective participation, and immersive environments Strategic Thinking Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities Deep understanding of brand strategy, consumer behavior, and market trends Approach design with thoughtfulness and understanding of how it impacts the larger business Identify risks and friction points related to experiences and recommend realistic, elegant, innovative solutions Conceptualize unique experiences that exceed client expectations Leadership Competencies Creative Innovation - Drive, develop, or support new and improved creative methods and technologies; devise new approaches to solve problems; constantly challenge yourself with transformative ideas Communication - Easily convey and sell ideas with brevity; articulate creative concepts, provide constructive feedback, and inspire teams to achieve excellence Urgency - Decisive, responsive, and fast-acting; cool under pressure; eliminate unnecessary steps while never sacrificing quality Flexibility - Maintain composure when deadlines shift and priorities change; keep an open mind and adapt strategies as needed Prioritization/Organization - Properly allocate time and resources; establish reasonable timelines; manage all resources effectively Professional Excellence Always lead with a solutions-oriented mindset, focusing on strategically solving challenges Excellent collaboration skills across departments and disciplines Excel at presenting work in a clear and inspiring manner to internal and external partners Passionately offer versatile communication and problem-solving skills, equally comfortable with words and visuals Advocate for brand and identity standards; understand when to adhere closely and when to advise more creative approaches Your Experience Required Minimum 5-7 years of experience in interactive experience design, experiential design, interaction design, or design of immersive environments Degree or advanced training in Design, Advertising, Theater, or related creative discipline Portfolio demonstrating leadership in creative projects and high-impact design solutions Proven track record of leading successful creative teams and delivering results for experiential marketing campaigns Concrete experience in projects that take place in the real world (installations, events, immersive spaces, physical environments) Mastery of hybrid pathways (physical digital) Solid experience in planning, directing, and ideating Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills Preferred Event and experience design expertise Understanding of physical technologies, connected objects, sensors, tangible interfaces, and software systems Knowledge or interest in creative AI tools, platforms, and emerging technologies Skills in visual content creation (2D, 3D, motion design, generative) Knowledge or interest in TouchDesigner, Enscape, Unreal Engine, Ability to travel to shows domestically and internationally (approximately 15% of responsibilities)

Keywords: Cornerstone Technologies, Salt Lake City , Senior Experiential Designer / Associate Creative Director, Design, Graphic Design & CAD , American Fork, Utah