Part-Time Visual Lab Associate

American Eagle Outfitters; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) retirement benefits

Employee stock purchase program

Paid time off & parental leave

Job summary

American Eagle Outfitters is seeking a Visual Lab Associate to support the Lab Management & Visual Merchandising teams in the Visual Lab Store. You will help with creating floorsets, inventory control, and upholding visual standards.

This part-time role requires collaboration, attention to detail, and fast-paced execution in a retail environment in Pittsburgh. You will work closely with lab management to implement visual directions, build displays, and ensure documentation and photography needs

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma. Bachelor's degree preferred in related field.
• Retail experience of 2+ years.
• Proficient in PC/MAC and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Uphold visual, marketing and operational standards.
• Prepare lab store for events and walkthroughs.
• Execute visual direction with lab management.
• Build displays, wall presentations and dress forms.
• Fold, hang and style merchandise.
• Complete tasks quickly with attention to detail.
• Organize marketing elements as directed.
• Assist with documentation and photography needs.
• Create seasonal floorset processing guides.
• Unpack, process and organize shipments.
• Maintain stockroom organization and cleanliness.
• Observe loss prevention and report anomalies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Deadline oriented

Diversity communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's in Business/Marketing/Fashion-related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

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 Lab 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.
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.