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Art Director - Contract

Creative People Inc, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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Position Overview

We are seeking an Art Director to lead the visual direction of a large-scale immersive, IP-driven experiential environment. This role will be responsible for shaping the overall creative vision and translating narrative, world-building, and brand frameworks into a cohesive physical experience.

The Art Director will work closely with cross-functional partners including creative leads, designers, production teams, and external vendors to ensure the environment is visually compelling, emotionally resonant, and executable at scale. This is a hands-on leadership role that balances big-picture thinking with detailed execution.

Responsibilities Own and define the visual and artistic direction for an immersive, story-driven physical environment Translate narrative concepts, themes, and IP into spatial design systems, visual languages, and environmental storytelling Develop mood boards, visual references, style guides, and concept decks to align internal teams and external partners Oversee and guide designers, fabricators, and production partners to ensure creative consistency and quality Collaborate closely with creative leadership, production, and technical teams to align vision with real-world constraints Review and provide feedback on design assets including environments, graphics, lighting concepts, and physical builds Maintain creative integrity throughout execution while adapting to evolving scope, timelines, and production realities Act as a creative problem-solver when challenges arise during fabrication, installation, or iteration phases Ideal Candidate Profile

Proven experience as an Art Director on experiential, immersive, or large-scale environmental projects Strong ability to translate abstract ideas, stories, or IP into tangible physical experiences Deep visual taste and a strong point of view across color, typography, materials, and spatial composition Comfortable leading creative teams while collaborating closely with production and technical partners Experience working through ambiguity and adapting creative direction as projects evolve Excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly articulate creative intent to both creative and non-creative stakeholders Nice to Have

Background in themed entertainment, exhibitions, installations, or large-scale brand experiences Experience working with fabrication partners and understanding physical production processes Familiarity with collaborating across disciplines such as lighting, sound, motion, and interactive elements Contract Details

Contract role Full-time commitment during the project period Location and onsite expectations to be discussed based on project needs