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Creative Designer -Physical Retail & Brand

The Judge Group · Mountain View, CA, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Job Title: Senior Marketing Specialist (Creative Lead)
Overview
We are seeking a Senior Marketing Specialist (Creative Lead) for a high-impact, short-term contract role supporting the physical retail team of a leading global technology organization. This position will provide coverage during a team member’s leave of absence and requires immediate onboarding.

Role Summary
This is a senior-level (Staff / Level 7 equivalent) role responsible for creative direction and design oversight across physical retail environments. The scope includes delivering cohesive brand experiences across multiple product categories such as consumer electronics, wearable devices, and home-related technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Lead creative direction and execution for physical retail stores and in-store experiences

Oversee design consistency across multiple platforms, formats, and product categories

Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders across marketing, product, and retail teams

Manage and mentor a small internal team while directing external agencies and vendors

Present concepts and strategies to senior leadership (VP level and above) and influence decision-making

Ensure high-quality design output aligned with premium global brand standards

Experience & Background

~10 years of experience in brand design, visual design, or art direction

Strong expertise in physical retail, store design, or experiential environments

Experience working with global brands and executing large-scale rollouts is highly preferred

Industry backgrounds may include:

Consumer Goods

Experiential Marketing

Automotive

Experience in consumer electronics is not required

Required Skills

Proficiency in Figma (mandatory)

Strong experience with 3D rendering and/or spatial design tools (specific tools may vary)

Excellent creative storytelling and presentation skills

Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on design leadership

Candidate Requirements

Portfolio is mandatory (applications without a portfolio will not be considered)

Portfolio should demonstrate:

Strong aesthetic judgment

Experience with globally recognized brands

Work in physical retail or experiential environments

Logistics & Timeline

Contract Duration: Immediate start through mid-August 2026

Extension: Not guaranteed; possible only for exceptional performance

Interview Process: One round with the hiring manager

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