Senior Creative Retail Graphic Designer - Industrial Color Extended

$90,000 - $100,000/Yr

Industrial Color - New York, NY

Full-time - Senior

New York, NY

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Creative Retail Graphic Designer will lead the development of visually striking in-store displays and branding materials for a luxury beauty client. This role requires a blend of creativity and strategic thinking to enhance the brand's visual presence across retail environments. The designer will work in a hybrid capacity, spending three days a week onsite in Greenwich Village, and will be responsible for overseeing the production of graphic elements and collaborating with various teams to execute seasonal campaigns and product launches.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization and design of all in-store visual merchandising displays, including window displays, point-of-purchase materials, and promotional signage.
• Develop and oversee the production of graphic elements for various retail formats, ensuring consistency and high-quality output across all stores.
• Collaborate with the marketing, product, and retail teams to design and execute seasonal campaigns and new product launches that captivate customers and enhance the shopping experience.
• Lead brainstorming and concept development sessions to introduce innovative design ideas and visual merchandising strategies that set the brand apart.
• Partner with Retail Design and Visual Merchandising teams to ensure seamless execution of visual merchandising strategies in line with store layouts and product placement needs.
• Stay ahead of design trends, and introduce new and fresh approaches to visual merchandising.
• Ensure projects are completed within timelines and budget constraints, maintaining strong organizational and project management skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Merchandising, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in visual merchandising, graphic design, or a similar role in a retail environment.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in retail design, visual merchandising, and branding.
• In-depth understanding of typography, color theory, and layout, with a strong focus on creating customer-centric designs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Knowledge of print production processes and the ability to work closely with vendors for high-quality output.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a deep understanding of branding, customer behavior, and retail design trends.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with 3D design software such as SketchUp, AutoCAD, or similar tools for store planning and display design.
• Experience working with beauty, luxury or fashion brands.
• Knowledge of e-commerce design trends and how they intersect with retail environments.

Benefits

• Major medical, dental and vision insurance
• FSA
• HSA
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts