Designer

Crate & Barrel; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate & Barrel in Costa Mesa is seeking a Designer to deliver elevated design services. You will meet clients in-store or remotely to create moodboards, 2D/3D floor plans, and curated product lists, translating brand aesthetics into engaging experiences across channels.

You will lead design consultations, nurture relationships through clienteling, and drive sales while staying current with trends. Proficiency with design tools and technology is expected to support efficient, personalized service.

Qualifications

• Experience creating moodboards and 2D/3D floor plans.
• Ability to lead design consultations in-store, in-home, or virtually.
• Knowledge of brand aesthetics and merchandising across channels.
• Strong communication and clienteling skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through enriched customer interactions and elevated design offerings.
• Create moodboards and 2D/3D floor plans for customers.
• Lead in-store, in-home, and virtual design consultations.
• Deliver projects on time and align with brand and channel strategy.
• Develop lasting client relationships and network with customers.

Skills

Moodboards

2D/3D floor plans

Clienteling

Design consultations

Brand aesthetics understanding

Sales & KPI focus

Tech tools (iPad, Google Suite)

Tools

Moodboard design tools

Floor planning software

Job description

A day in the life as a Designer...

• Drive sales and a differentiated experience by providing enriching customer interactions, and providing elevated design offerings in the store, in-home and virtually with customers
• Create elevated designs for customers using the preferred design tools to create moodboards, 2D & 3D floor plans, product lists and customer presentations
• Lead design consultations in person (in-store or in-home) or via email, phone and virtual
• Deliver projects in a timely manner and within determined timelines
• Possess a clear understanding of the brand aesthetics and merchandising strategy by channel; Store, E-Commerce, Catalog
• Ensure full understanding and awareness of all product information, including characteristics, care information and staying informed with the competition and industry trends
• Deliver individual sales, KPI and service goals, productivity standards, and engage customers on the sales floor by demonstrating our selling skills
• Actively listen to the customer to identify which products will best meet their needs and communicate company loyalty services. (e.g. designer rewards, Design Trade Program, credit card etc)
• Support and model excellent service by exhibiting a positive attitude and enthusiasm ensuring all customers are provided gracious, quick, and efficient service
• Support store training and educating on design services, to drive a clear understanding of design services and offerings
• Develop new and lasting relationships with customers through networking and clienteling
• Understanding of basic design functions including spatial planning, fabric selection, lighting, interior design styles
• Excellent, effective, and timely communication skills and the ability to translate the brand vision and the customers wants/needs
• Strong affinity for technology (2D and 3D tools, Google suite, video conferencing, iPad) and proficient in floor planning
• Ability to stay up to date on current design trends
• Ability to be an agent of change and shift quickly as our business evolves

We'd love to hear from you if you have…

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