Art Director  

AREA15, located minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, represents the world’s first purpose-built immersive entertainment district offering live events, distinctive attractions, interactive art installations, extraordinary design elements, unique retail, ground-breaking technology, bars and eateries and much more. AREA15’s curated mix of dynamic destinations-including LIFTOFF Bar and Ride, Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart, Illuminarium, Dueling Axes, Five Iron Golf, Kaia, The Beast, Wink World: Portals Into the Infinite, Museum Fiasco and many more-represents what’s next in experiential entertainment. With a robust, ever-changing roster of concerts, events, immersive art exhibitions, out-of-this-world nightlife and boundary-pushing production shows, AREA15 attracts visitors of all ages. Expanding across 20 acres in Las Vegas, AREA15 will soon welcome even more immersive destinations, including Universal Destinations & Experiences’ new, year-round horror entertainment experience Horror Unleashed.

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AREA15 is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to complying with all federal, state and local laws providing equal opportunities and all other employment laws and regulations.

 

AREA15 is an immersive entertainment and retail destination that blends art, music, and retail in a dynamic environment. We are a hub for creativity, innovation, and unique experiences. Join us and be part of a team that thrives on imagination and passion.

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Art Director to lead visual design across AREA15’s brand and marketing platforms. This role combines creative direction with high-level graphic design skills across digital, print, video, and motion graphics. The ideal candidate will bring a strong portfolio, a passion for bold ideas, and the ability to execute projects from concept to completion. You’ll help define the AREA15 look and feel across campaigns, presentations, digital experiences, and in-venue visuals.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

•Lead the creation and execution of brand-aligned design systems across digital, print, and environmental platforms.
•Lead the concepting, design, and art direction of experiential installations, pop ups, festival activations, retail environments, and attractions.
•Design key art for marketing campaigns, experiential events, and branded initiatives.
•Create and present mood boards, sketches, and 3D visualizations using design tools.
•Develop intuitive and visually impactful UX/UI designs for websites, landing pages, and digital activations.
•Create motion graphics and video assets for social media, digital screens, and promotional content.
•Produce a variety of digital and print materials, including signage, emails, merchandise graphics, and marketing collateral.
•Design professional, high-impact presentations and pitch decks for internal teams and external partners.
•Collaborate with Marketing, Events, Retail, and Entertainment teams to ensure cohesive and compelling creative output.
•Collaborate with producers, fabricators, and tech team to bring concepts from idea to execution.
•Provide guidance and feedback to junior designers and freelance contributors.
•Stay ahead of design trends, especially within entertainment, festivals, nightlife, and retail.
•Demonstrate ART! (AREA15’s service standards) in every guest interaction.
•Adhere to department and company policies and procedures.
•Maintain a professional, polished appearance in line with AREA15 standards.
•Work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
•Perform other work-related duties as assigned.