Event Stage and Branding Concept Designer

Location

Mumbai , Hybrid (Work from home + On-site as needed). Willingness to travel for client meetings, recces, and event setups when required.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly creative, technically skilled, and execution-focused Event Stage and Branding Concept Designer to lead visual ideation and design for corporate events, conferences, exhibitions, and brand activations. The ideal candidate should be passionate about designing immersive stage environments and event branding concepts that are both aesthetically appealing and practically executable. This role bridges the gap between creative visualization and real-world production by working closely with internal teams and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

1. Creative Concept Development

• Understand client briefs, event objectives, and brand identity to develop original and impactful design concepts.
• Create mood boards, thematic references, and visual concepts for stages, backdrops, venue branding, exhibition stalls, and experiential installations.
• Design with an understanding of event formats (corporate events, MICE, product launches, award nights, exhibitions, etc.) and adapt layouts accordingly.

2. Stage and Environment Design

• Design event stages with a focus on spatial aesthetics, audience view, camera angles, lighting effects, and technical setup.
• Visualize and design stage elevations, LED wall layouts, truss integrations, and side branding elements.
• Consider safety, structural feasibility, and venue restrictions while designing.

3. Branding & Signage Planning

• Develop venue-wide branding plans including entry gates, photo-op areas, directional signage, selfie booths, sponsor walls, and holding spaces.
• Map the branding plan on the venue layout/floor plan for clarity to clients and production teams.
• Prepare multiple design options based on available branding space and allocated budgets.

4. Design Execution & File Delivery

• Convert approved concepts into print/fabrication-ready artwork.
• Ensure correct sizing, bleed, resolution, and formats are maintained for every output.
• Create clear layer naming and mapping for ease of production use.
• Collaborate with the production and fabrication team to ensure design practicality, correct material usage, and accurate installation mapping.

5. 3D Visualisation & Presentation

• Create 3D mock-ups or renderings using tools like SketchUp, 3ds Max, Lumion, or other suitable software.
• Present walkthroughs, views, and elevations to clients in presentations that tell a compelling visual story.
• Incorporate feedback and modify designs quickly with precision.

6. Cross-Department Collaboration

• Coordinate with event managers, operations teams, production heads, and vendors to align on-site execution with the original design intent.
• Support client servicing teams with creative inputs during pitches and meetings.
• Maintain a strong feedback loop with the fabrication vendors to improve future designs based on execution experience.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong design thinking and concept ideation ability, especially for live event environments.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), CorelDRAW, and 3D software such as SketchUp, 3ds Max, or similar.
• Basic knowledge of materials used in fabrication (wood, MDF, fabric, vinyl, acrylic, flex, etc.) and printing methods.
• Ability to read and design over venue layouts, production floor plans, and technical rider documents.
• Good sense of lighting integration, stage proportions, and human-scale understanding.
• Strong time management, with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills and Self-motivated, accountable, and detail-oriented.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's or Diploma in Event Design, Interior Design, Communication Design, Exhibition Design, or related creative discipline.

2–5 years of relevant experience in the events, MICE, or brand activation industry.

Experience with corporate events, conferences, exhibitions, or televised stage design will be a strong advantage.

Portfolio showcasing previous work in stage concepts, branding, and venue layouts is mandatory.