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Job Title; Visual Merchandising DesignerLocation : Jersey City, NJPay-rate : $42 / hr on W2Shift : Hybrid – 3 days in office 2 days WFH
POSITION SUMMARY : The Visual Merchandising Designer will work on the design conceptualization, coordination, andsuccessful execution of Visual Merchandising fixtures regarding periodical global launches as well aspermanent units in all types of retail environments. The overall goal is to ensure that a consistent lookand feel is carried out at counter and that overall brand image continues to evolve, ensuring astrong brand presence in a highly competitive marketplace. This position is responsible for design,development and execution of tester and merchandising units related to permanent and seasonalprograms for the brand.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE :
Based on creative requests / briefs, develop designs that are clear, visually impactful, easy to navigate and consistent with overall channel designs.Work with key partners (i.e., Marketing, Sales) to ensure the designs achieve the best results for each product launch and installation.Communicate with global teams (Mktg, PM, CM, etc) & store design to understand store fixtures in various retail environments to ensure merchandising solutions result in a cohesive brand message.Full execution of all visual merchandising requests managing phases of projectsBased on the competitive landscape, develop shelf displays to stand out from the competition and highlight new product launches.Design a wide variety of global launch assets, seasonal program and evergreen artwork assets (i.e. front strips, toppers, headers, trend displayers, end caps).Create guidelines and maintain graphic templates / codes and 2D planograms for Regions to adapt to their local retailer fixtures.Design, package and distribute graphics (for production) as needed and under strict deadlines.Render gondolas, stores and product launches to show graphic layouts in context.Attend meetings, present concepts and report on the status of current projects if necessary.Create digital guidelines / presentations of open-sell systems for internal / external use.Along with standard units, create site-specific one-off merchandising units that must be addressed individually each season according to sales / marketing and regional requests.Design dedicated "animation spaces" and create directives for global implementationDevelop spatial design solutions across a multitude of scales, while maintaining approved brand direction and style.Translate global merchandising strategy to regional store formatsUpdate merchandising guides, checklists, floor plans and schematics for retail channelsDemonstrate an understanding of materials, cost, and time requirements on projects.Must possess an understanding of shelf, accessory and componentry materials and manufacturing processes, proposing compelling and plausible design solutions that can be achieved technically and within timing / budgetary limitations.Maintain awareness of current trends in visual arts and merchandising.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS :
Approx. 5 years in experience in merchandising, visual display or related areasProficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and SketchupExperience with visual merchandising design, including tester displays and gondola designsExperience working in a fast-paced, high-pressure, creative environment.Demonstrated ability to multi-task with agilityMust be a self-starter, flexible and imaginative with an understanding of 3D designCan take direction, work independently and collaborativelyKnowledge of retail trendsAble to come into the office 3 days a week
Salary : $42
