About Us:

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 60+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 2,000+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something.

See what life is about at BCD M&E at bcdme.com/careers

About the role:

At The Collective—the strategic, creative and production agency within BCD Meetings & Events—we believe in the power of human connection. Every day, our team is fueled by the desire to partner with our clients to create moments that elevate, motivate, celebrate, and inspire. Moments that change behavior and drive business forward. Moments that audiences remember, cherish, and share.

We are looking for an Art Director to join our dynamic creative team at The Collective. In this role, you’ll lead the visual direction for events and campaigns, turning client goals into standout experiences that connect with audiences. You’ll partner closely with the Creative Director, graphic designers, project managers, and client stakeholders to bring concepts to life from kickoff through execution.

If you love smart design, strong collaboration, and making big ideas feel real, you’ll fit right in.

As an Art Director, you will:

• Help oversee creative campaign projects from end to end.
• Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to understand event objectives and project scope.
• Oversee the creation and execution of event collateral, including signage, print materials and digital communications.
• Provide art direction and guidance to graphic design and copywriter team.
• Lead brainstorming sessions and ideation to generate innovative design and creative solutions.
• Collaborate closely with Creative Director and Graphic Designers to ensure campaign deliverables are high-quality and aligned with client expectations and objectives.
• Attend client meetings and presentations to articulate creative concepts and design choices.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to deadlines and budget.
• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices in event design and execution.
• Travel when needed to meet with clients, conduct onsite inspections, oversee installations, and support/attend events.

You’re good at:

• Turning client needs into clear, compelling direction that keeps projects organized and moving.
• Leading and mentoring designers while giving thoughtful feedback that elevates the work.
• Presenting design rationale with confidence to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Managing multiple deadlines, shifting priorities, and high-impact deliverables in a fast-moving creative environment.
• Balancing brand consistency, visual storytelling, and practical problem-solving across print and digital event materials.
• Staying up to date with industry trends and best practices to continuously bring fresh ideas and innovative solutions to the team.

Teamwork. It takes a village.

You might also have:

• A degree in graphic design, visual arts, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as an Art Director or in a similar creative role, preferably within an events agency or related industry.
• A strong portfolio that shows concept development, campaign thinking, and polished execution.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software.
• Understanding of print production processes and vendor management.

A portfolio showcasing previous design work is required. Please ensure this is linked to your resume or uploaded separately.

You should know:

This role is virtual for candidates located in the US. We work in the Central or Eastern Time zone. Our standard working hours are 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM with an hour-long break.

How to apply:

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THE PERKS

Flexible Working

We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.

Room to Grow

Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.

Everyone has a voice

We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

Make your move

The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move.

We’ve got you covered

Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.

We’re positive. You’ll love it.

It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.

Travel requirements for this role are as follows: Less than 25%

We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Art Director is between $75,000 - $95,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.