Retail Store Designer

Join a leading global brand, partnered with Aquent, that is at the forefront of shaping innovative retail experiences worldwide. This organization is dedicated to creating captivating, on-brand environments that resonate with customers across diverse markets. We are building a talent pool for future hiring needs, seeking passionate individuals to contribute to our dynamic design team.

As a key member of the Global Store Design team, you will be instrumental in translating creative visions into tangible, immersive retail spaces. Your expertise will directly influence the customer journey, ensuring brand consistency and an exceptional shopping experience across various regions. This is an exciting opportunity to blend creativity with technical precision, making a significant impact on our global retail footprint.

You'll work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where detail, creativity, and collaboration are essential. This role supports our Global Store Design team in creating compelling, on-brand retail environments across multiple regions and market types, translating design standards and creative concepts into store-specific layouts and design solutions while maintaining brand consistency and adhering to local codes and requirements.

What You'll Do

• Develop floor plans, storefront elevations, 3D models, renderings, and presentation materials that support design solutions while adhering to global design guidelines and brand strategy
• Demonstrate working knowledge of business context and current design trends, staying current with new materials and design techniques
• Direct and manage third-party consultants for completion of design packages within schedule and budget
• Review drawing sets and shop drawings for adherence to design standards and accuracy
• Coordinate with internal and external partners (construction, purchasing, visual merchandising, store operations) to ensure cohesive project execution and functional, on-brand designs
• Respond quickly to changing business conditions, new design prototypes, and material developments
• Manage multiple projects at varying phases of the lifecycle simultaneously
• Partner across functions to advocate for design integrity while meeting business objectives
• Prepare presentation materials and present design concepts to cross-functional teams
• Identify and propose solutions to resolve issues that could impact project schedule, cost, or design integrity

What You'll Bring (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, or Interior Design from an accredited institution
• 3-5 years of design experience working on retail projects
• Technical expertise in AutoCAD, SketchUp, BlueBeam, Enscape, InDesign, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Proficient in 3D modeling, sketching, rendering, and presentation skills
• Strong attention to detail with ability to create, read, and review drawings and details
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and timelines
• Collaborative mindset with ability to navigate ambiguity and respond to feedback
• Flexible and agile approach to changing business needs

Qualifications That Will Set You Apart (Nice-to-Have)

• Previous rollout retail experience or experience designing for established brands in corporate settings
• International or travel retail experience
• Comfort working across multiple regions and coordinating with distributed teams
• The ability to independently lead projects while also taking direction from supervisors

Work Environment & Benefits

This is a full-time, 40 hours per week role, including meetings, drawing review, drafting, and presentations. A company computer will be provided.

There's potential for extension and possible conversion to permanent based on business needs and performance.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

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.