Part-Time Lab Associate: Creative Support

AEO; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits including medical, vision, and dental

401(k) retirement benefits

Paid Time Off and sick leave

Bonuses

Stock purchase plan

Parental leave

Job summary

A major retail company is seeking a part-time Visual Lab Associate to assist the Lab Management & Visual Merchandising teams. Responsibilities include maintaining visual standards, building displays, and organizing merchandise. Candidates should have strong teamwork and problem-solving skills, with a minimum of a high school diploma and preferably a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Retail experience of 2+ years is desired and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite is necessary.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail experience is needed.
• Must work and communicate well with diverse individuals.
• Proficient in PC/MAC and Adobe Creative Suite software.

Responsibilities

• Uphold corporate visual and operational standards.
• Prepare lab store for scheduled events.
• Build creative displays and wall presentations.
• Build displays, wall presentations and dress bustforms.
• Fold, hang and style merchandise.
• Maintain accuracy and speed with tasks.

Skills

Strong prioritization, interpersonal, and problem solving skills

Strong collaborative skills

Self motivated with critical attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Fast-paced

Communication

Teamwork

Diversity awareness

Education

Minimum High School Diploma

Bachelors Degree in Business, Marketing or Fashion-related field preferred

Tools

PC/MAC/Adobe Creative Suite Software

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for assisting the Lab Management & Visual Merchandising teams in creative, documentation and operational aspects of the Visual Lab Store, including the building and maintenance of all floorsets, inventory control, and upholding visual standards.

Position Title

Visual Las Associate

Reports To

Omni Lab Manager

Status

Part Time

Responsibilities

• Uphold all corporate visual, marketing and operational standards
• Prepare lab store for all scheduled events and walk throughs
• Work directly with lab management to execute all assigned visual direction
• Build creative displays, wall presentations, and dress bustforms
• Fold, hang, and style merchandise
• Complete tasks at a fast pace while maintaining a high level of detail
• Organize and place marketing elements as directed
• Assist visual team with documentation needs including write ups and photography
• Assist management team create seasonal floorset processing guides
• Unpack, process, and organize shipment
• Maintain stockroom organization
• Maintain cleanliness and maintenance of the lab stores
• Observe for loss prevention and advise management of any unusual activity
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong prioritization, interpersonal, and problem solving skills
• Strong collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team
• Work and communicate well with a diverse group of individuals at multiple levels
• Self motivated with critical attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline oriented environment
• Minimum High School Diploma. Bachelors Degree in Business, Marketing or Fashion—related field preferred
• 2+ years of retail experience
• Proficient in PC/MAC/ Adobe Creative Suite Software

Pay/Benefits Information

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
• Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click here.
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.