Visual Merchandising Designer

Are you a skilled visual merchandising designer who is passionate about designing for the luxury space? Our client is a luxury brand that offers a wide range of home scents and fragrances, based in Manhattan. They are seeking a mid-level designer to join their team on a 40 hour per week contract basis through the end of this year. Reporting to the Senior Director of Visual Merchandising, you must be highly organized and be able to deliver design programs and support business priorities and/or objectives.

Portfolio Note: In order to be considered, candidates must have 5+ years of experience in relevant industry, with strong samples of demonstrating proven background in Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Visual Merchandising or Architecture.

You Will:

• Support the design, development, and implementation of in-store visual concepts and seasonal updates across varied retail partners
• Demonstrate proficiency in 2D/3D design, excellent communication skills, and a sophisticated aesthetic suited for luxury/ prestige audiences
• Support seasonal guidelines and brand standards for all doors in collaboration with Sales and Marketing partner
• Develop and maintain planograms to reflect brand strategy, business and standardization
• Translate and adapt existing design language and codes to various fixture formats in both 2D + 3D
• Partner with cross functional teams to create, organize and prepare files for artwork release to retailers/vendors
• Participate in the full cycle of product launches, synthesizing marketing strategy with creative solutions and innovation
• Support production and installation of VM projects and fixtures
• Be responsible for current knowledge and understanding of emerging trends and best practices

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in relevant industry (Beauty or luxury experience preferred)
• Background in Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Visual Merchandising or Architecture
• Experience in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and Rhino or Sketchup
• Understanding of branding and graphic storytelling within the retail environment
• In-depth knowledge of print design and print production
• Understanding of typography, color, and composition
• Experience in planogramming and knowledge of 3D dimensional structures and spaces
• Understanding of vendor specifications and technical drawings
• Strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and to meet deadlines using excellent organizational skills, quality execution, and attention to detail

Logistics:

• Start Date/Duration: Immediate through end of year
• Hours/Week: 40 hours per week
• Onsite/offsite: Hybrid in New York City
• Pay Rate $45 per hour

Job #49397