Hybrid VM Store Design – Architect, Designer

at Industrial Color

• Job title: VM Store Design – Architect, Designer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, El Segundo, United States

About the role

• Designer supporting creative and marketing teams at luxury beauty client in El Segundo. Overseeing architectural design and graphic production for retail environments and displays.

Responsibilities

• The Designer supports the Creative and Marketing teams in a hybrid model onsite for our luxury beauty client based in El Segundo.
• Their role involves assisting with the production, creation, and adaptation of various graphic elements, including production files, 2D & 3D rendering, graphic strips, displays, print & POS design.
• Moreover, they oversee architectural aspects related to different retail environments such as shop-in-shop setups, free-standing stores, pop-up events, and trade shows.
• This requires a background in architecture.
• Additionally, they are responsible for designing and overseeing brick-and-mortar stores and shop-in-shop setups.
• A keen eye for beauty and fashion is essential.
• Candidate should be strong graphically and have abilities and understanding of architectural design.
• Has the ability to develop graphics, some architectural drawings, 3D renders, and presentation boards to convey construction, design intent, and merchandising requirements of retail environments and fixtures.
• Is able to contribute and work well within a collaborative team, but also be capable of taking initiative in completing assigned tasks with little supervision.
• Can easily manage multiple projects and priorities in a timely manner.
• Maintains a sense of urgency when needed and juggles priorities to meet deadlines.
• Capable of aiding in the creation, development, adaptation, and execution of new design efforts regarding new retail fixtures, store layouts, visual and store displays, graphic applications, and overall creative efforts for retail stores, shop-in-shop, chains, pop-ups, as well as trade shows.
• Aids in the development of 3D renderings and design intent drawings for internal meetings, vendors, and stores for local execution. Must be extremely fluent in SketchUp.
• Build print-ready files for direct submission to print vendors for prototypes.
• Maintains working calendars and timelines to ensure the timely rollout of all materials.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Printing / Production assisting with proofing and press checks.
• Keeps files organized on servers for easy retrieval.
• Maintains brand consistency throughout all touch points.
• Ability to take direction and be open to feedback.
• Possess strong communication and organization skills with the ability to articulate ideas in a clear and concise manner.
• Foster good interaction with cross-functional partners as well as internal teams.
• Strong technical skills with a full understanding of how to develop structures and displays.
• Excellent layout and design capabilities. Pays attention to the details.
• Able to professionally prepare files for production link files, and follow file naming and storage protocols.
• Stay up to date with industry developments and tools
• Able to function well within a fast-paced, always-evolving environment.
• Willing to contribute creatively to the team and possess strong creative skills.

Requirements

• 3 + years of solid graphic, store, and fixture design experience, preferably in retail or beauty, with a degree in graphic design/architectural design, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in architecture or a related field
• Retail merchandising experience, specifically with Sephora and Ulta
• Proficient in SketchUp is required
• Exceptional Adobe Creative Suite fluency (Illustrator / InDesign / Photoshop) and Microsoft Office (Word / Excel)
• AutoCAD skills are a plus

Benefits

• We offer a competitive benefits package including major medical, dental and vision insurance
• FSA
• HSA
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts