The Sr.Designer will support all parts of the design process, from brainstorming concepts, to sketching, to creating photo-realistic renderings and for meetings, through final approval stages for all retail formats such as point of purchase displays, events, pop-up shops and freestanding retail stores. This person will provide creative and innovative options that take into consideration the merchandising objectives, communication needs and relevance for client’s needs. The designer must be able to work in a highly collaborative, fast paced environment to meet tight deadlines on a large number of projects.

Experience and skill level will determine Designer versus Sr. Designer title.

Responsibilities

· Creates merchandising solutions for both retailers and brand marketers.

· Works projects from initial concept to final renderings, as well as update existing displays with a focus on unique, yet practical solutions to clients' marketing objectives

· Assesses information provided by the customer, Commercial team, and translates it into creative design solutions, considering visual and structural integrity and cost-effective manufacturability and assembly

· Obtains approval of concept by submitting ideas to team for critique and approval

· Designs and produces visual communication in a variety of formats and materials, including presentations and material sample boards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in industrial design, fine arts, architecture, or interior design or equivalent experience
• Required experience:
• Experience working with 3D Studio Max, Adobe Creative Suite, Solidworks
• Must have demonstrated skills in ideation, sketching, and photo-realistic renderings, etc.
• Preferred candidates have worked with/in or have knowledge in at least one of the following industries: consumer electronics, beauty, home improvement, temporary displays
• Candidates should have a basic understanding of fabrication methods, including sheet metal, tubing, wood and plastics
• Excellent communication skills and strong conceptual skills
• Ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced, creative environment
• Cosmetics/Beauty background is a Must
• Chicago, New York, Union City, or Costa Mesa, CA. would be a PLUS

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