Junior Interior & Visual Designer - Retail Concepts

Gardner & White Corp.; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardner White Corp. is seeking a Junior Interior & Visual Designer to support innovative retail environments, showroom concepts, and customer experiences across Gardner White stores.

You will blend interior design, visual communication, and product presentation while developing new store concepts, showrooms, signage, and customer experiences. The ideal candidate is creative, detail‑minded, and collaborative, with 1–3 years of design or internship experience and proficiency in Canva and SketchUp.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Retail Design, Graphic Design, or related field.
• 1–3 years of professional or internship experience in design, retail, interiors, or related creative fields.
• Strong proficiency in Canva and presentation development.
• Experience with SketchUp and visual rendering tools.
• Excellent visual communication and storytelling skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of retail showrooms and specialty store concepts.
• Participate in site visits, field surveys, and store assessments.
• Create floor plans, space plans, and furniture layouts.
• Develop SketchUp models and presentation renderings.
• Support store remodels, new store openings, and prototype development initiatives.
• Create compelling presentations using Canva, PowerPoint, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Develop concept boards, mood boards, and storytelling materials.
• Translate ideas into clear visual communications for leadership and project teams.
• Assist with signage, environmental graphics, and in‑store branding initiatives.
• Create presentation materials that communicate design intent, strategy, and customer experience concepts.
• Develop and maintain fixture, furniture, finish, and signage specifications.
• Organize design documentation and project files.
• Assist with vendor coordination and material sourcing.
• Support project timelines, installations, and implementation planning.
• Maintain accuracy and consistency across project deliverables.
• Research home furnishings, fashion, retail, hospitality, and lifestyle trends.
• Contribute ideas for future customer experiences and retail concepts.
• Support merchandising, product presentation, and showroom storytelling initiatives.
• Participate in innovation workshops, brainstorming sessions, and concept development activities.
• Monitor emerging retail trends and competitive environments for inspiration.

Skills

Canva

Presentation development

Visual storytelling

Project management

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Retail Design, Graphic Design, or related field

Tools

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Gardner White Corp. is seeking a Junior Interior & Visual Designer to support innovative retail environments, showroom concepts, and customer experiences across Gardner White stores.

You will blend interior design, visual communication, and product presentation while developing new store concepts, showrooms, signage, and customer experiences. The ideal candidate is creative, detail‑minded, and collaborative, with 1–3 years of design or internship experience and proficiency in Canva and SketchUp.