Creative Director, Events

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking for a Creative Director, Events to join our client on a remote basis. This is a remote opportunity, though candidates based in Atlanta or Chicago are preferred.

In this role, you will lead concepting and execution for experiential events, brand activations, and B2B campaigns. You’ll define the creative vision, spearhead strategy, and inspire cross-functional teams to craft compelling, story-driven experiences that meet client objectives and elevate brand presence. The ideal candidate is a visionary storyteller who thrives in fast-paced environments and excels at translating strategy into immersive brand moments. Portfolio must be included on resume to be considered.

The application deadline for this role is 07/20/2025.

Creative Director, Events Responsibilities:

• Lead creative strategy and storytelling for large-scale events and activations.

• Pitch bold ideas to clients and senior stakeholders.

• Guide cross-functional teams through ideation, design, and execution.

• Develop experiential concepts that connect across multiple touchpoints.

• Mentor creative talent and foster innovation.

Creative Director, Events Qualifications:

• 8+ years in event/experiential creative leadership, preferably in an agency.

• Strong portfolio showcasing strategic, story-led experiences.

• Expertise in design, digital trends, and experiential marketing.

• Skilled in client communication, presentations, and team development.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint, and collaboration tools.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• 401(k) Program.

• Commuter Benefit.

• eLearning & Ongoing Training.

• Education Reimbursement.

*Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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