Event Network, LLC · 2 months ago
Retail Experience Designer - SSC
Park City, UT, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expEvent Network is the leading operator of retail experiences at iconic destinations across the United States, dedicated to enhancing guest experiences. The Retail Experience Designer will create meaningful retail environments that reflect partner missions, focusing on concept creation, guest-journey development, and environmental storytelling.
CommunitiesGiftMuseums and Historical SitesRetailShopping MallSocial Media
Responsibilities
Translate creative and strategic direction into compelling spatial narratives, mood boards, concept sketches, and visual storylines that express the desired emotional experience
Identify signature storytelling moments, thematic elements, and environmental touchpoints that extend the venue experience into retail spaces
Develop concepts that reinforce partner brands and missions through thematic storytelling and world-building
Explore innovative materials, textures, colors, and experiential moments that support an engaging guest journey
Transform storytelling concepts into clear, tangible design assets—including sketches, 3D studies, renderings, and experiential mock-ups
Produce conceptual renderings, annotated sketches, layout studies, and design boards that communicate narrative intent to internal teams and external partners
Support experience-based space planning and layout exploration, focusing on storytelling flow, sightlines, product connection, and guest engagement
Identify opportunities to enhance guest discovery, encourage dwell, and connect product stories to thematic elements
Iterate quickly, refining ideas based on feedback and evolving narrative direction
Partner with Construction, Operations, Visual Merchandising, and Product teams to ensure storytelling translates seamlessly into practical execution
Support presentation development, contributing to emotionally resonant storytelling for partner reviews
Participate in partner meetings to capture narratives, understand mission and intent, and articulate design direction both visually and verbally
Contribute to a creative culture that values imagination, exploration, and disciplined execution
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience in retail design, experiential design, environmental design, or exhibition design
Strong portfolio demonstrating storytelling, concept development, mood building, sketching, and spatial creativity
Proficiency in creative tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp (or other 3D visualization tools), and sketching (digital or analog)
Ability to visually communicate ideas through sketches, diagrams, and storytelling boards
Ability to organize creative work into clear, structured deliverables
Strong communication skills—both visual and verbal—with an ability to bring others into a story
Understanding of retail guest behavior, immersive experience trends, and experiential design thinking
Preferred
Experience working with cultural attractions, lifestyle destinations, or branded destinations
Familiarity with environmental graphics, signage systems, or branded storytelling
Curiosity and experimentation with materials, sensory design, or interactive elements
Ability to bridge creative vision with operational execution
Comfort working in a matrixed environment with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
Company
Event Network, LLC
OUR STORY 25 Years in Business… 100+ Iconic Destinations… Event Network, LLC is the leading retail operator for cultural attractions across North America.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.5MKey Investors
Promus Equity Partners
2020-12-04Series Unknown· $2.5M
2018-01-24Private Equity
Leadership Team
Larry Gilbert
CEO
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