CREATIVE DIRECTOR
The Creative Director supervises the creative and content creation staff and the creative content subcontractors for the Quantum Creative Studios and the Luce Group brands. Creative content trades include but are not limited to art, illustrations, renderings, media, animations, music composition, music editing, orchestration, show set design, character design, script/story development and show production. While this position is a management position, it is expected the Creative Director will produce creative, script/guest experience and illustrative deliverables. The Creative Director will be responsible for communicating with the client and understanding the project’s technical objectives. The Creative Director leads the creative and content creation staff and subcontractors to develop creative project deliverables as detailed in the project description and contract. The Creative Director reports to the Chief Design Officer.
Job Responsibilities:
Manage creative and content creation staff and subcontractors
Coordinate with Manager, Design and Technology on document standards
Organize and produce creative deliverables
Perform QAQC review on all project submittals and deliverables
Travel to project meetings as needed (Travel estimated at 35%)
Provide onsite creative supervision and support
Continue professional development and education for emerging technologies and technical industry standards
Requirement Capabilities:
Theater, Film/TV, Theme Park, and/or Museum Design and Specification Experience
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
Working knowledge of creative development and design in the experiential, exhibition, attractions, and live events industries
Understanding of the creative development process
10+ years experience in creative development, design, illustrations and art management.
Advanced experience with most creative content tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, 3DS Max, Unreal, etc
Ability to deliver on a Project’s established scope, schedule and budget
Demonstrated commitment to on-going personal education
Strong understanding of current industry standards for all aspects
Ability to work flexible hours - nights, weekends, holidays
Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or G Suite
Possess excellent communication skills; highly motivated; can accept direction easily
Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Desired Capabilities:
Theater, Art, Media Production, Design, Architecture work experience. This includes creative development or design for museums, attractions, retail spaces, restaurant spaces, or live entertainment
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator)
Experience with 3DS Max
Experience with SketchUp
Experience with Unreal
Experience with Slack
Ability to work closely with all relevant staff to prioritize, organize, instruct and problem-solve during installation, content integration and programming
The right candidate has strong organizational skills, ability to manage deadlines, prioritize and adjust as needed. Candidates will enjoy the challenge of creating custom shows and attractions. You must have the ability to focus in a fast paced creative office. It’s important that you enjoy and/or have had experience working in entertainment, theme parks, museums, theater, or interactive experiences. Quantum Creative Studios is a fast growing creative and design firm; you’ll need to be game to help us grow and develop.
Quantum Creative Studios is a global company with international projects. Successful candidates may be required to travel internationally and must be comfortable working closely with clients and vendors of different cultural backgrounds. Successful candidates must have a valid passport with no travel restrictions or ability to obtain one within 6 weeks after employment.
Quantum Creative Studios is dedicated to tackling diversity, equality, inclusion, and accessibility issues in the themed entertainment industry and in the office. We believe it is our mission to empower our employees with the opportunity to assess company practices and enact change. To fulfill this mission, Quantum has created a Diversity and Inclusion Standing Committee (DISCo).
DISCo is committed to promoting the recognition of the rights of all individuals; acceptance of others without biases based on differences of any kind; and the culture of diversity as a core value. Quantum is committed to inclusive hiring practices that attract and retain a diverse staff. The company will honor individuals’ experiences, perspectives, and unique identity.
As a creative company working around the world, Quantum tells stories from multiple cultures and perspectives. In order to write these stories authentically and without bias, it is of the utmost importance that Quantum employees and contractors embrace content from a wide range of creators and life experiences. Quantum believes the power of diversity enriches the stories we tell through our creative work and we seek to expose ourselves to numerous ways to understand and engage with the world; identify challenges; and to discover, design, and deliver solutions.
This position is a Full Time Permanent opportunity for the right candidate. Employment opportunities are available in the Orlando, FL and Summit, NJ area, and remote location. FLSA Exempt. EOE.
Interested candidates should send their resumes to jobs@quantumcreativestudios.com.