Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. We’ve grown every year since, and today we’re proud to be a $16 billion global provider of IT solutions and services.
Over 17,000 organizations worldwide rely on SHI’s concierge approach to help them solve what’s next. But the heartbeat of SHI is our employees – all 7,000 of them. If you join our team, you’ll enjoy:
Our commitment to diversity, as the largest minority- and woman-owned enterprise in the U.S.
Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities.
Health, wellness, and financial benefits to offer peace of mind to you and your family.
World-class facilities and the technology you need to thrive – in our offices or yours.
We are seeking a highly strategic and hands-on Principal – Experiential Design to own the end-to-end creative vision for large-scale conferences, trade shows, and internal events. This role is responsible for translating business goals and brand narratives into immersive, high-impact experiences across scenic environments, activations, and integrated digital and physical collateral.
This individual will bridge concept and execution by designing bold 3D environments and shaping cohesive content ecosystems that bring our value proposition to life across every touchpoint.
Role Description
Creative Strategy & Experience Design
Lead the creative vision for events by developing compelling, cohesive experiences aligned to brand, messaging, and business objectives
Translate strategic narratives and value propositions into immersive spatial and content-driven experiences
Define end-to-end experience frameworks, including environments, activations, and supporting collateral
Experiential & Environmental Design
Concept and design large-scale scenic buildouts, booths, stages, and branded environments
Develop 3D renderings and visualizations to communicate design intent and achieve stakeholder alignment
Design pop-up activations and modular environments adaptable across event types and scales
Ensure consistency and cohesion across physical, digital, and hybrid touchpoints
Content & Collateral Ecosystem
Recommend and define comprehensive event content packages, including signage systems, digital displays, print collateral, and interactive touchpoints
Ensure all creative outputs align with a unified narrative and attendee journey
Partner with copywriters, designers, and motion/video teams to execute creative concepts
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with internal stakeholders to align on objectives and execution
Collaborate with internal creative teams to guide concept development and production
Liaise with external vendors, fabricators, and experiential partners to ensure quality execution
Production Oversight
Guide projects from concept through execution, maintaining design integrity
Review and approve creative outputs, including builds, signage, and digital assets
Operate within production constraints, timelines, and budgets
Behaviors and Competencies
Strategic Perspective – Aligns work with long-term organizational priorities and outcomes
Results Orientation – Focuses on delivering measurable, sustainable value
Stakeholder Partnership – Builds trust and credibility across diverse groups
Collaboration – Works effectively across teams, functions, and levels
Adaptability – Responds constructively to change and evolving business needs
Professional Accountability – Demonstrates integrity, ownership, and sound judgment
Skill Level Requirements
Strong expertise in experiential design and event environments (conferences, trade shows, and brand activations)
Advanced 3D design and rendering skills (e.g., SketchUp, Cinema 4D, Blender, or similar tools)
Proficiency in print and digital production, with knowledge of materials, fabrication, and display systems
Ability to think holistically across spatial design, content, and storytelling
Strong conceptual and strategic thinking abilities
Ability to connect brand narratives to physical and digital experiences
Experience developing integrated creative systems beyond standalone deliverables
Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate creative vision
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with creative and non-creative stakeholders
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders, vendors, and competing priorities
Other Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Experience in an in-house brand or creative team and/or agency environment
Portfolio demonstrating experiential design work, including scenic design, activations, and integrated campaigns
Preferred
Familiarity with event technology such as LED walls, interactive installations, and AR/VR
Experience supporting global event programs or scaling environments across regions
On-site event experience overseeing installation and execution
The estimated annual pay range for this position is $115,000 - $135,000 which includes a base salary. The compensation for this position is dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location and, therefore, will vary from individual to individual. Benefits may include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending.
Equal Employment Opportunity – M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status
