Spatial Designer

KREWE; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Health plans: medical, vision, dental

Life/AD&D coverage

401K Investment Options

Cultural spend quarterly

Training & education allowance

10 paid holidays + PTO

Job summary

KREWE is seeking a Spatial Designer to oversee the spatial, design, and visual execution for our retail locations in New Orleans and New York. This role sits on the creative team, collaborating with retail operations to define and maintain the in-store experience.

Based in either New Orleans or New York, you will translate brand vision into layouts, materials, fixtures, and moments, while leading development of new store concepts and maintaining visual brand standards across locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail, interior, and/or spatial design.
• Strong design taste with a deep understanding of brand, space, and experience.
• Ability to translate creative vision into clear, actionable standards.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Ability to balance creative thinking with operational execution.
• A detail-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to quality and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Define & Evolve the Retail Experience.
• Partner with the Founder, Architectural Designer and Creative team to define and evolve the aesthetic and experiential standard for KREWE retail.
• Translate brand vision into spatial design, layouts, materials, fixtures, and key in-store moments.
• Contribute to the development of new store concepts, formats, and brand experiences.
• Build & Maintain Visual Brand Standards.
• Ensure store visual consistency & quality, inputting systems that allow for regular review, evolution, and accountability to standards.
• Implement and maintain clear, actionable Visual Brand Standards.
• Ensure standards are usable by Store Design and Development and can be executed consistently across locations.
• Partner on Store Development & Openings.
• Contribute to all design elements of new retail buildouts, collaborating closely with retail operations team to ensure new stores are built to standard.
• Provide creative guidance and oversight throughout the build process, protecting the integrity of the design during execution.

Skills

Retail/Interior/Spatial design

Brand-space understanding

Translate vision into standards

Project management

Attention to detail

Job description

KREWE is an independent, high-fashion eyewear brand rooted in the vibrant culture and boundless creativity of our hometown, New Orleans - and now proudly headquartered in both New Orleans and New York City. Since our launch in 2013, KREWE has grown into a dynamic brand celebrated for its distinctive, handcrafted sun and optical frames that reflect a deep commitment to quality, individuality, and design.

In 2022, we opened the doors to our NYC headquarters in the heart of the Meatpacking District, building a second home for the brand that brings New Orleans’ culture, creativity, and energy to one of the world’s most iconic design capitals. Our presence now spans brick-and-mortar boutiques, mobile retail concepts, and a thriving e-commerce platform - alongside distribution through premier independents and top national retailers. Celebrated for our unique approach to design, KREWE has cultivated a loyal following among style-conscious consumers and influential tastemakers.

KREWE is looking for a Spatial Designer to oversee the spatial, design, and visual execution for our retail locations. This role sits on the creative team, and works closely with the retail operations team. You will be responsible for defining how our stores look and feel—and ensuring that standard is executed consistently across every location.

This role is based in either our New Orleans or New York Headquarters 5 days a week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define & Evolve the Retail Experience
• Partner with the Founder, Architectural Designer and Creative team to define and evolve the aesthetic and experiential standard for KREWE retail
• Translate brand vision into spatial design, layouts, materials, fixtures, and key in-store moments
• Contribute to the development of new store concepts, formats, and brand experiences
• Build & Maintain Visual Brand Standards
• Ensure store visual consistency & quality, inputting systems that allow for regular review, evolution, and accountability to standards
• Implement and maintain clear, actionable Visual Brand Standards
• Ensure standards are usable by Store Design and Development and can be executed consistently across locations
• Partner on Store Development & Openings
• Contribute to all design elements of new retail buildouts, collaborating closely with retail operations team to ensure new stores are built to standard
• Provide creative guidance and oversight throughout the build process, protecting the integrity of the design during execution

Requirements:

• Experience in retail, interior, and/or spatial design
• Strong design taste with a deep understanding of brand, space, and experience
• Ability to translate creative vision into clear, actionable standards
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders
• Ability to balance creative thinking with operational execution
• A detail-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to quality and consistency

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive wage
• Group health plans: health, vision and dental insurance
• Welfare benefits: life, ad&d, supplemental voluntary coverage
• 401(K) Investment Options
• Quarterly Cultural Spend
• Ongoing Training and Development, an Educational Allowance
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off accrual
• KREWE employee quarterly frame allowance (of course!)

Salary (for New York only):

From $80,000-$100,000 annually based on experience and qualifications.

This reflects the base salary for this position. Compensation may vary based on factors such as skills, experience, certifications, and business needs. In addition to base pay, KREWE offers annual bonuses, a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, and employee discounts.

Diversity and Inclusion:

KREWE believes in providing an inclusive workplace where all individuals have the opportunity to succeed. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without discrimination or retaliation because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable local, state, or federal law.