Creative Director, Attraction Design & Development (Themed Entertainment)

Location: hirify.global Parks & Entertainment Corporate, Orlando, Florida, United States

Company

hirify.global operates in the themed-park and entertainment industry, creating animal-focused and memorable guest experiences.

What you will do

• Lead the creative development of major capital projects from early exploration and concept development through final execution.
• Define, communicate, and protect the creative vision, narrative, and experiential intent throughout all project phases.
• Guide planning and execution to ensure cohesive, high-quality designs aligned with creative and business objectives.
• Inspire and align multidisciplinary internal teams, external partners, licensors, and intellectual property stakeholders.
• Develop, refine, and present creative materials and project progress to internal and external audiences.
• Partner with the Vice President of Attraction Design & Development to align creative strategy with organizational priorities.

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional experience in themed entertainment, attraction design, concept art, or related disciplines.
• At least 3 years of experience leading a design team.
• Strong creative leadership, communication, presentation, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Understanding of narrative placemaking, urban design, emotional design, storytelling, space, and sensory cues.
• Bachelor’s degree in theater, art, film, architecture, creative writing, interior design, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative expertise and flexibility for domestic and international business travel.

Nice to have

• Experience in architecture, interior design, and urban placemaking for theme parks.
• Experience designing habitats for zoos or aquariums.
• Experience with media-based or interactive attractions.

Culture & Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Complimentary park tickets and passes, plus discounts on food and merchandise.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, voluntary, and legal assistance benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan and flexible spending accounts.
• Tuition reimbursement and an employee assistance program.