About Dane Giles

Dane Giles is the Director of Creative at STAR, where he leads the team responsible for transforming client goals into immersive, compelling experiences across trade shows, events, retail, and corporate environments. With nearly two decades of experience in exhibit and experiential design, Dane brings a strategic, client-first approach to every project, ensuring each environment not only looks exceptional but also supports measurable business objectives.​

Known for his thoughtful design leadership, Dane blends creativity, craftsmanship, and an understanding of industry trends to guide projects from concept through execution. Before joining STAR, Dane held a variety of creative roles that strengthened his expertise in 3D design, sculpture, and spatial storytelling. He remains passionate about creating dynamic experiences and continually expanding his design toolkit to bring new ideas to life.

Expertise

  • Experiential and exhibit design and strategy​
  • Creative direction for branded environments and live events​
  • Strategic concept development aligned to customer goals​
  • 3D environmental and structural design​
  • Graphics and visual communication for live experiences​