Senior Experiential Designer

NVE Experience Agency (NVE) is a leading independent creative marketing agency specializing in brand experience. Founded on the principle that ‘The Right Moment Will Transform Someone Forever,’ NVE is on a mission to transform the industry through the power of strategic, craft-led experiences that are rooted in culture. With a global network and hubs in LA, NY, and London, NVE partners with some of the world's most iconic brands to help them build deeper, more meaningful relationships with their customers. The agency offers a suite of integrated capabilities, including Marketing Strategy, Experiential Marketing, Event Production, Content, and Communications. For more information, visit  ExperienceNVE.com and follow NVE on Instagram and  LinkedIn .

Summary of Position:

As a Senior Experiential Designer at NVE, you will play a critical role in shaping the spatial design and expression of brand experiences for some of the world's biggest, boldest, and most beloved brands.

This role is intended for experienced designers who possess exceptional craft, strong creative instincts, and the ability to independently drive complex design work from concept through execution. You will collaborate closely with creative, strategy, production, and client teams to develop thoughtful, culturally relevant work that bridges the gap between creative intent and real-world impact.

At NVE, Senior Experiential Designers are trusted design leads within the studio. They help elevate the quality of the work, contribute meaningfully to creative development, mentor any more junior designers, and serve as stewards of craft across projects and teams.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of experiential concepts, visualized through mood boards, floor plans, 3d models, renderings & technical layouts.
• Independently drive complex design work from concept development through final execution, balancing creativity, craft, and practicality
• Contribute strategic design thinking and visual problem-solving throughout the creative process
• Present design work to internal teams and clients, clearly articulating creative rationale & design decisions
• Collaborate closely with creatives, strategists, producers, fabricators, and external partners to ensure successful implementation of design intent
• Manage multiple workstreams and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while remaining adaptable and solutions-oriented
• Act as creative lead on appropriately scaled design-forward projects
• Serve as a mentor and resource for more junior designers, providing thoughtful feedback, guidance, and support
• Actively participate in critiques, creative discussions, and collaborative working sessions that strengthen the broader team.
• Explore and advocate for new approaches, emerging technologies, and evolving design practices (including AI-supported workflows) to help advance the work and studio
• Develop a strong understanding of client brands, business objectives, and experiential goals to ensure design solutions are both creatively compelling and strategically effective
• Participate in onsite installations and live experiences as opportunities arise, helping ensure the integrity of the design vision
• Contribute to a culture of curiosity, collaboration, experimentation, and craft

Qualifications:

• You have a portfolio that demonstrates exceptional design craft, strong conceptual thinking, and an ability to design narrative-driven spaces. Examples of built work you designed is mandatory.
• You have advanced proficiency in 3d software (Rhino or Sketchup), Adobe Creative Suite, & visualization platforms. You should also show experience in incorporating AI into your design process
• You possess excellent visual communication skills and are comfortable presenting work and creative rationale to both internal teams and clients
• You can independently manage complex projects and competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of quality and attention to detail
• You have proven experience in quality controlling shop drawings, fabrication process and onsite load-in
• You have a strong point of view and creative conviction, balanced with humility, collaboration, and openness to feedback
• You are passionate about mentoring others and helping elevate the quality of work across the broader studio
• You are a lifelong student of creativity, culture, and design — and it shows
• You have at least 5 years of experience working as a professional designer in the experiential marketing category

Requirements :

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% or more of the time.

Location : 

We are a hybrid company with our hub locations in Los Angeles, New York & London. The ideal candidate is located within commuting distance of the Central London area, and should be willing to work from our Shoreditch/Soho shared office a minimum of 1-2 days a week.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:

At NVE, we are led by curiosity and fueled by humanity. Authentic connection is at the heart of our work, and we embrace the opportunity and responsibility we have as an organization to provide the tools and resources needed to deliver the best and most equitable experiences possible for our employees and the clients we serve.

Perks & Benefits:  

• Health & Wellness Benefits   
• Annual Leave 
• Flexible WFH policy   

Salary Estimation :  

NVE intends to provide a competitive total compensation package which includes a variety of incentives, benefits, growth and developmental opportunities. There are many factors to the presented salary range, including but not limited to - location, departmental budgets, certifications, and overall job-related qualifications.