Octagon is hiring : Designer (Experiential) in Atlanta

Overview Designer (Experiential) role at Octagon . Location is flexible with a priority for hybrid work (2-3 days in the office) in one of our office locations : Stamford, CT; New York, NY; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; or Atlanta, GA. Remote-based arrangements will be considered for qualified candidates with East Coast working hours as a prerequisite.

The Job / Designer (Experiential) Creative – Responsible for generating bold, innovative ideas and producing design, technology, and content for our clients’ marketing programs.

What you’ll do 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 & Who We’re Looking For 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 The base range for this position is $70,000 – $80,000 . Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on various factors including current / former employee ranges for the position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure, and the employee’s / background pertinent experience and qualifications.

Benefits Unlimited PTO policy – we understand you need time for play!

Competitive medical / dental / vision insurance plans with FSA / HSA and Dependent Care FSA options. Pet Insurance is available.

Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy (12 weeks) with eligibility extended to all parents regardless of gender or caregiver status.

Access to IPG Savings plan (401K) with company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

Pretax Transportation / Commuter Benefits and Parent Travel Program.

Dedicated Mental Health resources including Headspace membership, Employee Assistance Program, and more.

Discount portal for everyday goods and services.

Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming.

Personal Development programs.

Accessibility & Equal Opportunity Octagon is 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. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com.

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

Industries : Advertising Services

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