LEF marketing & events is hiring for an exciting new position – Creative Director Events! Our company is growing and now requires us to have a dedicated Creative Director Events – an experienced visionary to lead the creative strategy, design, and execution of unforgettable event experiences. You will oversee the conceptual development of corporate events.

We are looking for an experienced Creative Director to lead the Branding Team. You will be responsible for all printed and digital assets, and for the strategy, design and execution of unforgettable event experiences.

Employment type: full-time (40 hours weekly)

Reports to: Management Team

About LEF marketing & events

LEF marketing & events is a full-service events agency dedicated to the tech industry. We create unforgettable, creative and pioneering events for tech companies all around the world.

Our business conferences take place around the world, for groups ranging from 50 to 10.000 attendees. We organize over 800 projects yearly, from event branding packages to multi-day conferences.

Our office is situated in Aardenburg, the Netherlands. We travel from Brussels Airport or Schiphol Airport.

The Branding Team

We employ 5 graphic designers and a 3D artist. Currently the Branding Team is led by Willem.

Graphic designers: design primarily all printed and digital assets for events, such as badges, rollup banners, meter boards, fabrics, stickers, etc. They use the Adobe Creative Cloud applications. Designs are responsible for ordering their designs from our printing partners, both local and international.

3D artist: creates all technical CAD plans for events. Both floor plans (top-down) and 3D impressions. Designs are to-scale and provide realistic impression. Collaborates with graphic designers to put flat graphics into 3D renders.

Key responsibilities

Lead the Branding Team to ensure projects are delivered on time, designers follow the way of working and are happy at LEF marketing & events.
- Various meetings with the Branding Team including:
- Having frequent 1-on-1 meetings with each of our designers
- Preparing and organizing Branding Team Meetings monthly
Preparing and organizing professional evaluations with each of our designers yearly
Developing creative concepts for events together with our Project Managers and Branding Team.
Preparing and organizing conference calls with our clients to explain about event branding.
Ensuring product consistency across the Branding Team.
Developing pitch decks and proposals for our clients together with the Branding Team.
Operating as a ‘connector’ between our Project Managers, Clients and the Branding Team to ensure briefings are clear and work is done correctly.
Ensuring the Branding Team stays within budget.
Ensuring the Branding Team delivers projects within the deadline.
Ensuring the Branding Team is happy.
Keeping track of clients’ brands.
Presenting the latest Branding Team news to the company.
Bringing innovation to the Branding Team and stimulating the Branding Team to innovate.
Background in live events, theatrical production, or brand activations.

Requirements and qualifications

Experienced as a graphic designer (minimum 7 years) with a strong portfolio.
Experienced as a team leader (minimum 2 years) with exceptional leadership and communication skills.
Able to create complex branding budgets.
Able to create high-quality customer presentations in PowerPoint meeting the LEF m&e brand requirements.
Understanding of event production, staging, lighting, AV and spatial design.
Eager to connect with international relations, both clients and partners/suppliers.
Fluent in Dutch and English.

Why choose LEF marketing & events?

At LEF marketing & events, we provide a challenging role in a welcoming work environment. You’ll join a young, vibrant team in a dynamic and growing company. Along with a competitive salary, we offer:

Growth & development: we offer hands-on training and mentorship from experienced Project Managers.
Team spirit: you’ll be part of a close-knit group that values collaboration, creativity, and fun. We organize two annual events – one for employees only, and one with partners – fully provided by LEF m&e. Our committee also organizes multiple activities during the year.
Diverse projects: every event brings unique challenges and opportunities to learn something new.
Lunch: daily lunch with various savory and sweet options, plus a hot lunch every Friday and weekly fresh fruit in the office.
Additional secondary conditions: LEF m&e compensates overtime hours, offers an ironing service, a sports allowance, and a company laptop and phone.

Want to apply?

Reach out! Please contact:

Elise de Lijzer, HR Manager
hr@lefmarketing.com
+31 117 712 606