Designer, Christmas Decor Job at Spencer's in Egg Harbor Township

Overview
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We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: 'Life's a Party, We're Makin' It Fun!' and 'So Much Fun It's Scary!'

At Spencer's and Spirit Halloween, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.

One Team / One Goal

We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible work environment
• Career advancement
• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k with a company match
• 30% merchandise discount

Responsibilities

The Designer, Christmas Decor will lead the creative development and execution of innovative seasonal décor products within our Design team. Working under the guidance of senior design leadership, you will drive product concepts from ideation through production while mentoring junior team members and collaborating across departments to deliver market-leading holiday collections.

• Lead the design and development of seasonal décor collections and graphic applications, from initial concept through production
• Create compelling visual presentations for internal stakeholders, retail partners, and licensing reviews
• Develop comprehensive technical specifications, illustrations, and production documentation for overseas manufacturing partners and licensors
• Mentor and provide guidance to Assistant Designers and support staff on design projects
• Partner strategically with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Merchandising, Licensing, and Brand Initiatives teams to ensure design intent is maintained throughout the product lifecycle
• Manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining organized design libraries, archives, and documentation systems
• Present design concepts and rationale to leadership and stakeholders with clarity and confidence
• Conduct market research and trend analysis to inform design direction and maintain competitive positioning
• Actively incorporate feedback to refine designs and elevate creative output
• Take ownership of projects from concept through final production, ensuring quality standards and brand consistency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Graphic Design, or Fine Arts from an accredited four-year institution
• 5-7 years of professional design experience, preferably in seasonal décor, giftware, or consumer products
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing original design work with strong conceptual thinking and execution
• Deep passion for and knowledge of Christmas and holiday traditions, trends, and popular culture
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate design vision
• Strong collaborative mindset with experience building relationships across internal teams and external partners
• Self-motivated, proactive problem-solver with a growth mindset

The pay range reflects the potential base salary range for this role. xrczosw Individual base pay is determined by various factors such as relevant experience and skills, and the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Pay Range

$75,000 - $85,000