At IKEA US in Syracuse, this full-time permanent role supports the brand through clear, consistent visual communication across digital and in-store touchpoints. You will design and produce graphic assets that help marketing efforts, support profitability goals, and maintain IKEA’s visual brand identity.
Working onsite in the Interior Design & Visual Merchandising department, you will move between digital production and physical banner communication, balancing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a retail environment.
Role Overview
- Job type: Permanent, Full-time
- Location: Syracuse, NY (onsite)
- Hours: 34–40 hours per week
- Pay: USD 19.00–22.00 per hour (range noted: $19.96–$22.95)
- Department: Interior Design & Visual Merchandising
- Anticipated closure date: 2026-11-22
Responsibilities
- Design and produce digital assets for websites, social media, email campaigns, online advertising, and other marketing channels.
- Create and optimize digital graphics for different screen sizes and platforms.
- Execute the department graphic communication action plan to grow the business and increase profitability.
- Produce and install in-store banner communications aligned with the IKEA concept and visual brand identity.
- Ensure graphic communication implementation is cost-efficient and supports sustainability initiatives.
- Collaborate with leadership to design store-specific printed materials.
- Keep current on graphic communication and retail trends.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Requirements
- Experience: 2+ years of digital graphic design experience.
- Tools: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and pre-press production tools.
- In-store production: Experience installing banners and signage throughout the store.
- Preferred: Background in 3D printing.
- Education: Associate’s degree in Graphic Design or similar (preferred).
- Portfolio: Strong portfolio showing digital and marketing design work.
- Skills: Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Fit for the work: Passion for home furnishing, retailing, design, and how people live at home.
- Work environment: Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Team approach: Enthusiastic about assignments and working with others in a team.
- Physical demands: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and walk frequently.
Schedule & Availability
- Open working availability required Monday to Friday between 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
- Open working availability required Saturday and Sunday between 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time
- WiselyPay to get earned wages up to two days early
- Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
- KinderCare tuition discount
- Retirement and bonus plans
- Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
- Pet insurance program
- Education assistance and learning programs
- Safety shoe reimbursement
- 24/7 telehealth visits
- Dental and vision plans
- Medical and Rx plans (must work minimum of 20 hours per week)
- A fun and inclusive work environment
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