Graphic Designer – Retail & Visual Merchandising (Contract)

24 Seven Talent; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the footwear and apparel industry is seeking a skilled Graphic Designer for a hybrid contract role in Boston. The position involves creating in-store graphics and signage, adapting designs across formats, and overseeing production while aligning on brand standards. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in visual merchandising and a strong grasp of design trends.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in retail/VM graphic design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong understanding of production processes.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging retail graphics and signage for in-store environments.
• Prepare final print files and packaging for vendor delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet timelines.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Graphic Design

Visual Merchandising

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design

Related field

Tools

Rhino

SketchUp

Asana

Job description

Graphic Designer – Retail & Visual Merchandising (Contract)

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Graphic Designer – Retail & Visual Merchandising (Contract)

Hybrid in Boston | 6 month contract | Footwear & Apparel Industry

Our client is hiring a Graphic Designer to support the creative visual merchandising team for a global footwear and apparel brand. This role focuses on retail and wholesale in-store design, from concept through production, and plays a key part in shaping consumer-facing touchpoints across North America.

About the Role:

You’ll be designing in-store graphics, signage, and promotional materials for both brand-owned stores and retail partners. This includes creating print-ready files, adapting designs across fixtures and formats, and overseeing production to final delivery. The right candidate is both conceptual and detail-driven, with a strong sense of design trends, layout, and visual storytelling in a retail context.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design engaging retail graphics and signage for in-store environments across NA
• Translate creative concepts into scalable 2D and 3D visual solutions across formats
• Prepare final print files and packaging for vendor delivery, ensuring accuracy and brand compliance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet timelines and align on priorities
• Review dielines, specs, and proofs with a critical eye for detail and consistency
• Balance multiple projects, respond to quick turnarounds, and proactively problem-solve
• Maintain consistency with brand standards while tailoring designs for the North American market

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of experience in retail/VM graphic design, ideally within footwear, apparel, or consumer goods
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), Rhino, and SketchUp or similar 3D tools
• Strong understanding of production, file prep, and print processes
• Skilled communicator who thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments
• Experience working in tools like Asana a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Industrial Design, or related field

Additional Info:

• Hybrid schedule: 3 days onsite in Boston, 2 days remote
• Contract role with immediate start
• Portfolio or work samples required for consideration

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Design

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting and Retail Apparel and Fashion