Graphic Design & Communication Associate

IKEA US; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

WiselyPay

Parental leave

Education assistance

Retirement plan

Co-worker discount

Telehealth

Medical plans

Dental & vision

Safety shoe reimbursement

Pet insurance

Tuition discount

Job summary

IKEA US in Paramus, NJ is seeking a part-time Graphic Design & Communication specialist to join the Interior Design & Visual Merchandising team. This onsite role creates and maintains in-store graphic communications that support brand‑consistent messaging across the store.

You will collaborate with leadership on store-specific printed materials, ensure cost-efficient graphic communications, and stay current with retail trends.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of graphic design experience.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and pre-press production tools.
• Associate's degree in Graphic Design or similar (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Execute department graphic communication action plan to grow the business.
• Produce and install in-store graphic communications that align with the IKEA concept and visual brand identity.
• Ensure graphic communication implementation is cost-efficient and supports IKEA's sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with leadership to design store-specific printed materials.
• Stay current on graphic communication and retail trends.

Skills

Graphic design

Adobe Creative Suite

Pre-press production

Education

Associate's degree in Graphic Design

Job description

Onsite in Paramus, NJ and part time (12 to 20 hours per week), this Graphic Design & Communication role supports IKEA US's Interior Design & Visual Merchandising team by creating and maintaining in-store graphic communications. You'll help ensure brand-consistent messaging across the store, while partnering with leadership on store-specific printed materials.

Pay: USD 23 to 32 per hour. Job type: Permanent, part-time. Anticipated closure date: 2026-09-06.

Why you'll like working here

• Generous paid time off plus holiday and sick time
• WiselyPay to access earned wages up to two days early
• Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
• Education and learning support including education assistance programs
• Retirement and bonus plans
• Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
• 24/7 telehealth visits, plus dental and vision plans
• Medical and Rx plans (must work a minimum of 20 hours per week)
• Safety shoe reimbursement
• Pet insurance program
• KinderCare tuition discount
• Fun and inclusive work environment

What you'll do

• Execute the department graphic communication action plan to grow the business and increase profitability
• Produce and install in-store graphic communications that align with the IKEA concept and visual brand identity
• Ensure graphic communication implementation is cost-efficient and supports IKEA's sustainability initiatives
• Collaborate with leadership to design store-specific printed materials
• Stay current on graphic communication and retail trends

What you bring

• 2 to 3 years of graphic design experience
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and pre-press production tools
• Associate's degree in Graphic Design or a similar field (preferred)

Schedule and availability

• Hours: 12 to 20 hours per week
• Availability required between 7:00AM to 3:30PM from Monday to Friday
• Some weekends shifts are required based on business needs, remodels, and special projects
• Benefits eligible: Yes

Department: Interior Design & Visual Merchandising
Location: Paramus