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Aquent Talent

Store Design and Visual Merchandising

Aquent Talent, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Join a

major beauty brands

Store Design and Visual Merchandising (VMSD) Innovation team as a key creative partner to shape the future of our

in-store experience . This role drives innovative visual concepts and retail design solutions that bring the brand to life across all global channels, with a primary focus on developing groundbreaking, scalable, and efficient

on-counter VM concepts

(evergreen, distortion, and artistry units). Responsibilities Design Leadership:

Lead the conceptualization, design, and execution of innovative visual concepts, ensuring alignment with the Global Brand Strategy and the Executive Directors vision.

Retail Execution:

Drive the development of

360-degree design concepts

across

Free Standing Stores (FSS), Department Stores (DS), and Specialty Multi-Channel (SMC)

environments.

Global Standardization:

Develop and oversee the execution of comprehensive

merchandising and technical guidelines

and detailed drawings to direct regional teams globally.

Project Management:

Independently manage all phases of a project, from initial briefing and concept kickoff through to final production approval, ensuring deadlines and global standards are met.

Vendor and Cost Management:

Review fixture/unit shop drawings, ensure design details are accurate, and demonstrate a strong understanding of

materials, manufacturing processes, cost, and time requirements .

Inspiration & Trends:

Actively research current trends in global culture, retail design, and art, bringing inspirational contributions to weekly brainstorm sessions.

Qualifications Experience:

6+ years

of progressive experience in industrial design, visual merchandising, store planning/design, or related spatial design fields.

Spatial Design:

Strong ability to

conceptualize spatial designs and the consumer journey

within various retail formats (FSS, DS, Open Sell, SMC).

Technical Proficiency:

Expert proficiency in

Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator , as well as a

3D modeling/rendering program of choice .

Collaboration:

Must thrive in a

fast-paced, collaborative, hybrid environment

(required in-office Tues-Thurs), with superior organizational skills to plan, prioritize, and manage projects independently.

Communication:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly present and defend design solutions to internal teams and Senior Management.

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