Designer

Job Title : Designer

Job Duration : 12 months on W2

Job Location : San Francisco CA

Description : Job description : Manager of Visual Merchandising, Design & Photography

Reports to : Sr. Manager, Visual Design & Photography

About the role :

The Manager of Visual Merchandising, Design & Photography plays a key role in the development, design, and execution of monthly store communications, Visual Merchandising presentations, and collateral for Brand activations. This role works across many disciplines and is responsible for creative design, including Visual Studio photography, photo editing, and visual storytelling that supports the Brand's merchandising strategies. With a strong focus on graphic design and creative execution, the Manager collaborates closely with cross-functional partners to bring the Brand vision to life in stores. This position requires a high level of design expertise, creative thinking, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities :

• Lead the graphic design and layout of monthly Visual Guide templates, store communication tools, and presentation decks
• Develop visual mockups and 3D renderings to bring concepts and in-store experiences to life
• Partner with the Director of Visual Design and Creative Services on collateral and prop design for Brand activations and product launches
• Execute high-quality studio photography and photo retouching that aligns with brand standards
• Translate merchandising strategies into compelling visual tools and assets
• Maintain a strong understanding of design trends, photography techniques, and visual merchandising best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Field Visual, Communications, and Translation to ensure alignment and timely delivery of assets
• Support production timelines and deliverables while ensuring consistency and quality across all outputs
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and tools
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment
• Travel as needed to support store shoots or brand-facing projects

Qualifications :

4-6 years of experience in graphic design, photography, and 3D rendering - ideally in a retail or visual merchandising environment

Strong portfolio showcasing creative design and visual storytelling skills

Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and 3D rendering tools; and well versed in collaboration platforms like Figma, Miro, Airtable, and SharePoint

Experience preparing print-ready mechanical files, and collaborating with print vendors

Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Strong eye for detail, design trends, and visual curation

Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across teams and influence outcomes

Self-starter with a proactive mindset and a desire to innovate and improve processes