Senior Designer - Live Events in Leeds

Location: Leeds

Overview Of The Role

We’re looking for a creative and strategic Senior Live Events Designer to execute development, design and delivery of world class live event experiences. The role sits within a team of designers responsible for shaping immersive environments and ensuring flawless execution of high‑profile events that inspire, engage and connect audiences. We bring together creativity, strategy and flawless execution to deliver experiences that leave a lasting impact. We don’t just design events – we craft environments that connect brands to audiences in meaningful, memorable ways. That means we need someone who can transform vision into reality – taking a brief and turning it into a tangible, immersive experience that engages audiences at every touch point. Someone who brings bold, innovative design ideas while ensuring every detail – from branded walls to area lighting – is executed seamlessly. Who understands Live Events demand agility, quick decision‑making, and a calm approach when challenges arise, whilst thinking beyond beautiful design and measuring success by the story told, the emotions sparked, and the audience connections forged.

What You’ll Do

• Liaising with all teams across the live events space and beyond to create impactful and compelling brand experiences with a specific focus on our top tier live poker events i.e. EPT.
• Executing venue recces prior to live events where necessary, enabling the department to plan effectively while progressing creativity and innovation.
• Generating impactful artwork for Live Events from the provided toolkits and VI’s.
• Creating concise branding plans and rollout of collateral for all live events, ensuring quality and delivery on time.
• Supporting the Senior Manager Live Events by working with motion and 3D to bring event design to life.
• Pushing new ideas and modern design practice as much as possible, innovating new ways of player engagement.
• Building a reputation across teams as a facilitator and brand guardian of Live Events design.
• Building relationships with suppliers and ensuring projects are delivered within budget.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in live event design and production including beMatrix framing systems, LED integrations and artwork, pre-press, print production and repro procedures.
• Strong portfolio showcasing large-scale event design and immersive brand activations.
• Expertise in design software (SketchUp, Vectorworks, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar).
• Deep understanding of event production processes.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Detail oriented with excellent organisation skills.
• Committed team player but self‑starter who manages their own time.
• Adept at managing supplier relationships and cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment while balancing creativity with operational and budgetary discipline.

Desirable

• Experience of scenic, motion, and environmental design.
• Exposure to motion graphics, video, or photography direction.
• Familiarity with content marketing and performance‑led creative.

Why Choose Us

• Apart from a generous base salary, we have a fantastic benefits & rewards program that is designed to encourage personal and career development.
• Discretionary annual performance bonus.
• 30 days paid leave.
• Private healthcare.
• Personal life assurance and income protection.
• The option to join our company pension scheme.
• External learning support of up to £2,000 or equivalent in local currency, dedicated 4 learning "Power Hours" every month during office time, full access to the Udemy and Mindtools platforms, in‑house leadership program and many other training opportunities for developing your skills and progressing your career.
• 26 weeks primary carer leave at 100% pay & 4 weeks secondary carer leave pay at 100% pay.
• Access to an on‑site gym.
• Social events; including our sensational summer and Christmas parties.
• Online Discount Scheme, including discounted shopping and cinema vouchers.

Equal Opportunities

At Flutter International we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where our people can be their authentic selves and thrive. We embrace and celebrate diversity, respecting all our uniqueness and differences.