Optical Stylist: Fashion-Forward Eyewear & VIP Clienteling

Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,200; Full time

Job summary

SEE Eyewear is a boutique optical retailer seeking an Optical Stylist who combines fashion sense with expert eyewear knowledge to deliver personalized service. You will build relationships, offer styling advice, and ensure clients leave with eyewear that fits their lifestyle.

You’ll work in a shopping-forward environment, managing client books, collaborating with teammates, and supporting a seamless patient experience with occasional coordination with an optometrist.

Qualifications

• Retail optical experience is a plus, but not required—we’ll train the right candidate.
• Night & weekend availability required
• Able to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours) and lift up to 30 lbs
• Must comply with SEE’s dress code and fashion-forward presentation
• Tech-savvy and comfortable using POS systems, insurance portals, Microsoft Office (including Excel), Teams, and OneDrive
• Licensed dispensing optician or registered apprentice may be required in states with licensing laws (see Licensing Requirement above)

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-touch, fashion-forward client experience grounded in SEE’s styling and selling standards.
• Maintain an active client book and practice intentional clienteling, building long-term relationships through follow-ups, outreach, styling recommendations, and personalized communication that drives repeat business and VIP experiences.
• Consistently meet or exceed individual sales goals and KPIs.
• Partner with teammates to team-sell and deliver a seamless customer experience.
• Share knowledge of fashion trends and styling techniques to create unforgettable eyewear moments.
• Partner with an optometrist several days a week to support a seamless patient experience while driving sales.

Skills

Sales

Customer service

Fashion styling

Team collaboration

Tools

POS systems

Insurance portals

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

SEE Eyewear is a boutique optical retailer seeking an Optical Stylist who combines fashion sense with expert eyewear knowledge to deliver personalized service. You will build relationships, offer styling advice, and ensure clients leave with eyewear that fits their lifestyle.

You’ll work in a shopping-forward environment, managing client books, collaborating with teammates, and supporting a seamless patient experience with occasional coordination with an optometrist.