Store Experience Designer (Graphic Design)

PSI (Proteam Solutions); Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail marketing company in Columbus, Ohio, is looking for a Graphic Designer to join the Store Experience team. This hybrid position will involve creating visually compelling marketing materials to enhance the in-store experience. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of graphic design experience and be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for emerging designers to contribute to impactful in-store storytelling.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of relevant graphic design experience, preferably within retail marketing.
• Experience thriving in a deadline-driven environment managing multiple projects.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide design support to develop on-brand marketing materials.
• Prepare polished presentation decks for leadership reviews.
• Assist with building seasonal walk-through presentations.

Skills

High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Layout design

Typography

Image retouching

Excellent written and verbal communication

Education

Associate’s degree in Art, Design, or a related field

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Figma

FileMaker

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Graphic Designer to join a dynamic Store Experience team in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. This hybrid role supports the development and execution of visually compelling in-store marketing that enhances the customer journey and aligns with brand campaigns, seasonal initiatives, and product launches.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, creatively driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. This role requires strong collaboration across design, visual merchandising, copy, and production partners to ensure seamless in-person retail execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide design support to the Store Experience team in developing on-brand retail marketing materials that elevate the in-store customer experience.
• Prepare polished presentation decks for leadership reviews, both digital and in-person.
• Assist with building seasonal walk-through presentations within a mock store environment, including printing, trimming, mounting, and setting marketing materials live.
• Clean and organize art files in preparation for art release, ensuring accuracy and production readiness.
• Route creative files through Copy and Design leads for approval.
• Research and gather design inspiration, patterns, and visual direction to inform upcoming campaigns and storytelling initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Creative, Visual Merchandising, Copy, Creative Services, and Procurement teams.
• Support additional projects and assignments as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• 1–2 years of relevant graphic design experience, preferably within retail marketing or campaign environments.
• High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Strong foundation in layout design, typography, and image retouching.
• Working knowledge of print production and file preparation for press.
• Experience thriving in a deadline-driven, fast-paced setting with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in retail marketing, in-store campaigns, or customer experience design.
• Hands-on experience trimming and mounting artwork for presentation or mock store environments.
• Proficiency in Figma.
• Familiarity with FileMaker.

Education

• Associate’s degree in Art, Design, or a related field required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

This is an excellent opportunity for an emerging designer seeking hands-on retail experience within a collaborative creative team while contributing to impactful in-store brand storytelling.