Creative Designer -Physical Retail & Brand

The Judge Group; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Senior Marketing Specialist (Creative Lead) in Mountain View, California. This high-impact, short-term contract role supports a major global technology organization. With responsibilities including creative direction, design oversight across physical retail environments, and mentorship of a small team, the ideal candidate will have approximately 10 years of experience in brand or visual design.

Proficiency in Figma and excellent creative storytelling skills are essential. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and to influence high-stakes design decisions.

Qualifications

• Approximately 10 years of experience in brand design, visual design, or art direction.
• Strong expertise in physical retail or experiential environments.
• Experience working with global brands, executing large-scale rollouts.

Responsibilities

• Lead creative direction and execution for physical retail stores and in-store experiences.
• Oversee design consistency across multiple platforms and product categories.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders across various teams.

Skills

Figma

3D rendering tools

Creative storytelling

Design leadership

Tools

Spatial design tools

Job description

Job Title: Senior Marketing Specialist (Creative Lead)

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Marketing Specialist (Creative Lead) for a high-impact, short-term contract role supporting the physical retail team of a leading global technology organization. This position will provide coverage during a team member’s leave of absence and requires immediate onboarding.

Role Summary

This is a senior-level (Staff / Level 7 equivalent) role responsible for creative direction and design oversight across physical retail environments. The scope includes delivering cohesive brand experiences across multiple product categories such as consumer electronics, wearable devices, and home-related technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead creative direction and execution for physical retail stores and in-store experiences
• Oversee design consistency across multiple platforms, formats, and product categories
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders across marketing, product, and retail teams
• Manage and mentor a small internal team while directing external agencies and vendors
• Present concepts and strategies to senior leadership (VP level and above) and influence decision-making
• Ensure high-quality design output aligned with premium global brand standards

Experience & Background

• ~10 years of experience in brand design, visual design, or art direction
• Strong expertise in physical retail, store design, or experiential environments
• Experience working with global brands and executing large-scale rollouts is highly preferred
• Industry backgrounds may include:
• Consumer Goods
• Experiential Marketing
• Automotive
• Experience in consumer electronics is not required

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Figma (mandatory)
• Strong experience with 3D rendering and/or spatial design tools (specific tools may vary)
• Excellent creative storytelling and presentation skills
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on design leadership

Candidate Requirements

• Portfolio is mandatory (applications without a portfolio will not be considered)
• Portfolio should demonstrate:
• Strong aesthetic judgment
• Experience with globally recognized brands
• Work in physical retail or experiential environments

Logistics & Timeline

• Contract Duration: Immediate start through mid-August 2026
• Extension: Not guaranteed; possible only for exceptional performance
• Interview Process: One round with the hiring manager