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Overview Industrial Color is looking for a Visual Merchandising Designer to support our luxury beauty client. This role operates with a hybrid schedule, with several days per week onsite in Midtown Manhattan. The visual merchandising designer will be involved in various aspects of visual merchandising from initial design development to execution, developing innovative and customer-centric design solutions through collaboration with the VM and Store Design teams. The designer will bring ideas to life through presentation materials and detailed drawings, and can move fluidly between visual merchandising and store design. Base pay range $105,000.00/yr - $119,000.00/yr Accountabilities / 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 and remodeled retail store interiors from conceptual design through design development Work with cross-functional groups from Marketing, Merchandising, Operations, Sales, and Construction to create comprehensive fixture designs Assist with sourcing manufacturing of new projects once the design has been finalized Review samples with vendor representatives to ensure specifications are properly followed and approved for production Create "design intent" drawings for sourcing new fixture systems and displays for existing stores, and for new/remodel programs Support store execution with detailed design/installation guides to ensure flawless execution Understand Visual Merchandising / Merchandising to ensure seamless store design and product presentation; knowledge of shelf, accessory, and componentry materials Track production to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget Coordinate project kick-off meetings with VM and all departments; coordinate final installations with Sales, Millwork, General Contractors, and Retailers; produce punch lists and follow up until completion Qualifications 5-10 years of related experience in VM, Store Design, etc Ability to express and decode brand image, values and purpose Conceptual and practical knowledge in own discipline and related disciplines Knowledge of luxury product and aesthetic Uses knowledge of internal business issues to improve practices and procedures Solves complex problems; can bring a new perspective using existing solutions Ability to work independently with minimal guidance; self-driven May lead projects or project steps within a broader project Comprehensive knowledge of retail department store environments including ADA guidelines Thorough knowledge of store design disciplines, building and code knowledge, fixture design, materials and manufacturing processes Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, customer service, and time management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team with good time management Self-motivated with the ability to handle multiple projects and shift priorities Understanding of consumer paths and customer experiences rules Strong understanding of finishes and materials, basic construction Bachelor degree in Industrial, Interior, Product, or Furniture Design (or equivalent) is required Expert in SketchUp and AutoCAD Strong Adobe Creative Suite ability (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and PowerPoint Benefits The anticipated salary range for this role is $105,000 - $119,000 annually. Ranges are based on factors including labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, candidate experience, and skills relative to the defined job requirements. We offer a competitive benefits package including major medical, dental and vision insurance, FSA, HSA, and employee discounts. Industrial Color is a division of CoCreativ, a family of integrated creative production companies. We partner with top brands, agencies, and creative professionals, providing a full range of essential production services. For over 30 years, we have led the industry with state-of-the-art digital production and post-production solutions. Our headquarters is in Tribeca, NY, with offices in Los Angeles and studios in Brooklyn and LA. Our clients include L’Oreal, Publicis, Procter & Gamble, Tommy Hilfiger, Absolut Vodka, Nike, Estee Lauder, and Amazon. #J-18808-Ljbffr Industrial Color

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