Octagon
Designer (Experiential)
Join to apply for the Designer (Experiential) role at Octagon. Our headquarters is in Stamford, CT, but the position can be flexible with a priority given to candidates open to hybrid work (2-3 days week in office) in one of our office locations: Stamford, CT; New York, NY; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; or Atlanta, GA. We will also consider a remote-based working arrangement for qualified candidates with East Coast working hours as a prerequisite.
Overview We are looking for a Multi‑Disciplinary Designer who will play a pivotal role in shaping marketing events, trade shows, and branded activations for some of the world's leading sports and lifestyle brands. The role requires a designer who can move fluidly between 2D graphic design and 3D experiential environments — concepting bold, innovative ideas and executing them with attention to detail and a keen sense of design.
Responsibilities
Help lead the design and execution of multi‑disciplinary projects across print, digital, 3D, and experiential platforms.
Conceptualize and design immersive brand activations, trade show booths, and event environments that engage and inspire.
Create detailed 3D renderings, spatial layouts, and experiential mockups using industry‑leading software.
Design campaign visuals, logos, event signage, social graphics, and integrated branding collateral.
Collaborate with internal teams throughout the creative and production process to ensure seamless execution.
Present creative concepts and deliverables both internally and directly to clients.
Support new business efforts through compelling pitch visuals and environmental design concepts.
Stay current with design trends, sports culture, and emerging technologies to drive innovation.
Qualifications
Formal design training and 5+ years of professional design experience, ideally within an agency or sports/entertainment environment.
A strong portfolio showcasing both graphic design and experiential 3D renderings.
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects).
Strong working knowledge of Cinema 4D, Blender, or SketchUp (or related 3D rendering/modeling tools).
Ability to balance creative vision with practical execution across a wide range of design outputs.
Excellent time and project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines.
Exceptional presentation and communication skills – comfortable sharing creative ideas with clients and internal teams.
Passion for sports and a working knowledge of sports culture, fan engagement, and live events.
A proactive, solution‑oriented mindset and a collaborative approach to working within a team‑centric environment.
Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically, and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: (0‑15%).
Compensation & Benefits Base salary range: $70,000 – $80,000.
Unlimited PTO policy.
Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options; pet insurance available.
Generous family and parental leave policy (12 weeks) with eligibility extended to all parents regardless of gender or primary/secondary caregiver status.
Access to 401(k) savings plan with company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Pre‑tax transportation/commuter benefits and parent travel program.
Mental health resources including Headspace membership and Employee Assistance Program.
Discount portal for everyday goods and services.
Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming and initiatives.
Personal development programs.
Equal Opportunity Statement Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com.
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Overview We are looking for a Multi‑Disciplinary Designer who will play a pivotal role in shaping marketing events, trade shows, and branded activations for some of the world's leading sports and lifestyle brands. The role requires a designer who can move fluidly between 2D graphic design and 3D experiential environments — concepting bold, innovative ideas and executing them with attention to detail and a keen sense of design.
Responsibilities
Help lead the design and execution of multi‑disciplinary projects across print, digital, 3D, and experiential platforms.
Conceptualize and design immersive brand activations, trade show booths, and event environments that engage and inspire.
Create detailed 3D renderings, spatial layouts, and experiential mockups using industry‑leading software.
Design campaign visuals, logos, event signage, social graphics, and integrated branding collateral.
Collaborate with internal teams throughout the creative and production process to ensure seamless execution.
Present creative concepts and deliverables both internally and directly to clients.
Support new business efforts through compelling pitch visuals and environmental design concepts.
Stay current with design trends, sports culture, and emerging technologies to drive innovation.
Qualifications
Formal design training and 5+ years of professional design experience, ideally within an agency or sports/entertainment environment.
A strong portfolio showcasing both graphic design and experiential 3D renderings.
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects).
Strong working knowledge of Cinema 4D, Blender, or SketchUp (or related 3D rendering/modeling tools).
Ability to balance creative vision with practical execution across a wide range of design outputs.
Excellent time and project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines.
Exceptional presentation and communication skills – comfortable sharing creative ideas with clients and internal teams.
Passion for sports and a working knowledge of sports culture, fan engagement, and live events.
A proactive, solution‑oriented mindset and a collaborative approach to working within a team‑centric environment.
Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically, and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: (0‑15%).
Compensation & Benefits Base salary range: $70,000 – $80,000.
Unlimited PTO policy.
Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options; pet insurance available.
Generous family and parental leave policy (12 weeks) with eligibility extended to all parents regardless of gender or primary/secondary caregiver status.
Access to 401(k) savings plan with company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Pre‑tax transportation/commuter benefits and parent travel program.
Mental health resources including Headspace membership and Employee Assistance Program.
Discount portal for everyday goods and services.
Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming and initiatives.
Personal development programs.
Equal Opportunity Statement Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com.
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