Industrial Color · 3 months ago
Visual Merchandising Designer - Industrial Color Extended
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$105K/yr - $119K/yr
5+ years expIndustrial Color is looking for a visual merchandising designer to support their luxury beauty client. This role involves developing innovative design solutions and collaborating with various teams to create comprehensive fixture designs while ensuring the execution of visual merchandising is seamless.
EnterprisePhotography
Responsibilities
Create technical drawings and planograms in Sketchup and AutoCad for merchandising displays, launch units, and permanent merchandising
Maintain awareness of trends, styles, materials and technology relative to the prestige and luxury beauty market
Maintain knowledge and awareness of sustainable design best practices and proactively apply to all projects
Format field team VM training guidelines and best practices for execution excellence & elevated merchandising
Draft complete design document packages for new & remodeled retail store interiors from conceptual design through design development
Work closely with a cross-functional groups from numerous departments to include Marketing, Merchandising, Operations, Sales, & Construction among others to create comprehensive fixture designs that satisfy the needs of all departments
Assist with sourcing manufacturing of new projects once the design has been finalized
Review samples with the vendor's representatives to ensure that all specifications have been properly followed and are approved for production
Create "design intent" drawings to be used in the sourcing of new fixture systems and displays for use in existing stores, as well as for new and remodel store programs
Support store execution with managing of detailed design/installation guides to help ensure flawless execution
Strong understanding of Visual Merchandising / Merchandising required, ensuring store design and product presentation is seamless. Must possess understanding of shelf, accessory and componentry materials, merchandising systems
Track all production to ensure that each project is delivered on time and within the specified budget
Coordinate the Project Kick off meetings along with VM with all departments involved and coordinate the final installation with Sales, Millworker, GC's and Retailers, Produce the Punch List and follow up until completion
Qualification
Required
5-10 years related experience in VM, Store Design, etc
Expresses and decodes Brand's image, values and sense of purpose
Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines
Knowledge of Luxury product and aesthetic
Uses knowledge of internal business issues to improve practices and procedures
Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions
Works independently, receives minimal guidance, self-driven
May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives
Comprehensive knowledge of retail department store environments including ADA guidelines
Thorough knowledge of store design disciplines, building and code knowledge, fixture design, construction materials and manufacturing processes
Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, customer service, and time management skills
Able to work independently and as part of a team and must have good time management skills
Self-motivated with the ability to handle multiple projects and shift priorities as needed
Understanding of consumer paths and customer experiences rules
Strong understanding of finishes and materials, basic construction
Bachelor of Industrial, Interior, Product, Furniture design (or equivalent) degree is required
Expert in utilizing SketchUp, AutoCad
Strong Adobe Creative Suite ability (Particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign), Powerpoint
Benefits
Major medical
Dental and vision insurance
FSA
HSA
Employee discounts
Company
Industrial Color
Industrial Color is a photography company offering creative production and post-production services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Alex Gradassi
VP | Partnerships & Digital Production
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