Sr. Art Director - Retail Experience Our client is seeking a Sr. Art Director - Retail Experience Design to lead the creative development of compelling, consumer-focused retail environments and brand experiences. This role is ideal for a highly conceptual and hands-on design leader who can translate brand stories into immersive physical and digital experiences while guiding multidisciplinary teams from early ideation through final execution. This role is a hybrid model in Beaverton, Oregon. Sr. Art Director Responsibilities Lead the creative direction and development of retail storytelling, environmental graphics, displays, and immersive brand experiences from initial concept through final delivery. Develop scalable design concepts and systems that create cohesive, engaging consumer experiences across a variety of retail environments and formats. Translate strategic objectives and brand narratives into compelling visual concepts, presentations, storyboards, sketches, and production-ready design solutions. Direct multiple concurrent design initiatives while maintaining creative quality, consistency, timelines, budgets, and overall project objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional partners, external agencies, vendors, and production teams to ensure creative intent is maintained throughout design development and implementation. Provide creative direction, mentorship, and design feedback to junior designers while helping establish a high standard of design excellence across the team. Work fluidly across graphic, environmental, spatial, fixture, material, print, interactive, and digital design disciplines to create holistic retail experiences. Explore emerging technologies, cultural trends, art, and experience-design approaches to identify new opportunities for consumer engagement. Present concepts and design recommendations to creative leaders and business partners, clearly communicating the strategy and rationale behind creative decisions. Create and refine design standards, guidelines, and production assets that support consistent execution across retail programs. Sr. Art Director Qualifications 8+ years of professional brand, retail, environmental, experiential, or related design experience, with a portfolio demonstrating sophisticated concept development, visual storytelling, and executed design work. Strong experience developing retail environments, concepts, programs, or consumer experiences, with demonstrated expertise in retail storytelling and translating brand narratives into physical or digital experiences. Proven art direction and creative leadership experience, including the ability to guide designers and multidisciplinary teams through concept development and execution. Advanced proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, along with strong Keynote presentation skills. Strong conceptual and visual communication abilities, including sketching, storyboarding, ideation, graphic design, and the ability to clearly articulate design intent. Ability to successfully lead multiple complex creative projects simultaneously while adapting to shifting priorities and maintaining a high level of design quality. Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and collaboration skills, with the ability to communicate creative concepts effectively to senior stakeholders and cross-functional partners. Bachelor's degree in graphic design, environmental design, architecture, interior design, or a related discipline is preferred; equivalent professional experience will also be considered. Experience with After Effects, Premiere, Miro, Figma, SketchUp, Unreal Engine, or similar creative and visualization tools is a plus. International retail experience and experience working with large-scale consumer or lifestyle brands are beneficial but not required.

Portfolio Requirement:

A portfolio demonstrating relevant retail, environmental, experiential, and/or brand storytelling work is required for consideration.

Compensation:

Up to $63.33/hr. (DOE) VanderHouwen Contractors Enjoy Exceptional Benefit Perks! As an eligible contract employee with VanderHouwen, you'll have access to a full suite of benefits designed with your well-being in mind. Our comprehensive package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a matching 401(k) to help secure your future. Meet VanderHouwen What kind of recruiter do you see yourself working with? One who prioritizes your best interest, no matter what? VanderHouwen does, and we're in it for the long game! Our recruiters focus on YOU, building meaningful, long-term relationships while developing a deep understanding of companies' staffing needs and workplace cultures. This approach helps us find an ideal job match that aligns with your unique career aspirations and goals. VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women & Diversity-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen places experienced professionals across the nation! Our recruitment teams specialize in either Technology and IT, Engineering, Human Resources, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Partner with us to land your next exciting career! VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal civil rights laws. #LI-Hybrid