Experiential Designer

Our client, a well known name in the CPG space is seeking a Senior Experiential Designer. This is a remote freelance role about 32 hours a week that is ongoing for the right person. Must be US based.

This role is responsible for concepting, designing, and executing experiential projects across retail stores, trade shows, pop-ups, events,

and branded activations. You are a multifaceted designer—a true "Swiss Army

Knife"—capable of crafting compelling experiences in both 3D and 2D formats.

This role supports the Creative Director by taking ownership of complex projects,

presenting work to stakeholders, and driving ideas through to execution with

minimal oversight.

What You’ll Do

Creative & Experiential Design:

• Lead concept development and execution of retail stores, trade shows, pop-ups,

events, and branded activations.

• Develop sketches, 3D renderings, floor plans, environmental graphics, and

production-ready artwork.

• Build comprehensive presentations, mood boards, material palettes, and design

rationales.

• Create graphic designs for print media, such as posters and signs, and for

branded materials, such as tote bags and other swag items.

Project Leadership:

• Independently manage multiple complex projects simultaneously from concept

through installation.

• Support the Creative Director by owning workstreams and ensuring project

momentum.

• Collaborate across a matrixed organization (Retail, Events, Product, Marketing

and Construction).

• Partner with external vendors and fabricators to translate concepts into final built

experiences.

• Present work to leadership, gather feedback, and evolve designs based on

strategic guidance.

Quality & Execution:

• Ensure all design work meets Lakeshore’s brand, aesthetic, and quality

standards.

• Prepare accurate production files for print, fabrication, and installation.

• Review materials and fabrication samples for quality control.

Who You Are

Experience:

• 5–10 years of experience in experiential design, environmental design, retail

design, pop-ups, trade shows, or branded spaces.

• Have a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in compelling 3D experiences

AND graphic design work.

• Agency experience is a plus.

• Solid knowledge of print production and expertise in reviewing and approving

print samples and proofs for quality control.

• Strong conceptual thinking and storytelling abilities.

• You’re as comfortable with kerning letters on an event poster you designed as

you are with designing a retail fixture.

Skills:

• Expert in Adobe Creative Suite and Sketchup.

• Proficient in MS office, Figma/Figjam and AI tools like Firefly.

• Skilled in environmental graphics, spatial storytelling, and production workflows.

• Strong communicator able to present confidently to executives.

• Adept at navigating matrixed organizations and building alignment across

diverse teams.

Send your portfolio today!