Visual Merchandising Designer - Beauty (212549)

Aquent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health, vision, and dental

Paid sick leave

Retirement plan with match

Free online training through AquentGym

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a Visual Merchandising Designer to lead full design execution and manage projects across a portfolio of brands. You will translate brand storytelling into captivating retail environments and drive innovative in-store experiences.

Join a fast-paced, globally recognized team. This role requires 5+ years in visual merchandising or related fields, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite plus 3D tools to render compelling displays.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in visual merchandising or related field.
• Experience in salon retail or multi-channel specialty retail environments.
• Strong translation of brand storytelling into engaging visual merchandising.

Responsibilities

• Lead design execution of visual merchandising across projects.
• Drive large-scale campaigns with innovative concepts.
• Present concepts and provide project status updates in meetings.
• Create merchandising guidelines to ensure brand consistency.
• Generate concepts and renders for in-store fixtures and displays.
• Collaborate with Art Directors on graphic needs for VM units.
• Participate in briefings, concept kicks, and development sessions.
• Assess materials, costs, and timelines for all projects.
• Stay updated on trends in visual arts and merchandising.

Skills

Visual merchandising

Industrial design

3D rendering

Store planning

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

3D CAD/Modelling

Job description

Join a leading global beauty company renowned for its innovative approach to consumer goods, where creativity drives brand evolution and market presence. This organization is at the forefront of shaping consumer experiences, and your work will directly contribute to how their celebrated brands are perceived and engaged with in retail environments worldwide.

Are you a visionary designer with a passion for transforming brand narratives into captivating retail experiences? We're seeking a dynamic Visual Merchandising Designer to join a globally recognized creative team. This is an incredible opportunity to make a tangible impact, shaping the visual identity and consumer journey for a portfolio of esteemed brands. You will be instrumental in bringing creative concepts to life, translating strategic visions into compelling in-store displays that captivate audiences and drive engagement. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are eager to push the boundaries of retail design, this role offers the perfect platform to showcase your talent and leave a lasting mark.

What You'll Do

• Lead the full design execution of all visual merchandising requests, expertly managing projects through every phase.
• Drive special projects and large-scale campaigns, bringing innovative concepts to fruition.
• Present compelling concepts and provide clear status updates on current projects in various meetings.
• Develop and oversee the creation of comprehensive merchandising guidelines, ensuring consistency and brand integrity.
• Generate innovative concepts and high-quality renders for in-store fixtures and displays.
• Collaborate closely with Art Directors to fulfill graphic design needs for visual merchandising units.
• Actively participate in briefing sessions, concept kickoffs, and development sessions to discuss objectives and foster innovation in launches.
• Demonstrate a keen understanding of materials, cost implications, and time requirements for all projects.
• Stay abreast of current trends in visual arts and merchandising, continuously bringing fresh perspectives to the team.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience, preferably in the consumer goods or fashion industry, within visual merchandising, industrial design, store planning, or a related field.
• Proven experience in salon retail or specialty multi-channel retail environments.
• A can‑do attitude and adaptable spirit, thriving amidst evolving needs and requests in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong ability to translate brand storytelling into highly disruptive and engaging Visual Merchandising within a competitive retail landscape.
• Proficiency in both hands‑on design and directing 2D and 3D projects.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly present creative concepts while effectively managing timelines and due dates.
• A self‑starter who proactively actions on projects without prompting.
• Exceptional taste and a refined design aesthetic.
• Demonstrated learning agility and a strong ability to creatively problem-solve in a dynamic environment, with a keen eye for detail.
• Adept at building collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Experience in SketchUp and 3D CAD/Modelling and rendering on MAC platforms.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.