Retail Designer Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Retail Designer to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Research new innovative materials and manage library of architectural samples and literature;
- Review landlord Tenant Criteria and local building code for informed store design layouts, storefront and signage design;
- Direct and manage the production of architectural drawings for accuracy, industry quality standards, building codes, health and safety regulations;
- Coordinate overall design, development and build out process from site confirmation to open;
- Manage (external) architects on drawing deliverables, completion dates, permitting and construction documents;
- Coordinate all interior brand elements with Brand Experience Specialist and maintaining overall design and brand vision;
- Some travel required – visit project sites;
- Work closely with construction manager during bid and build phases;
- Design guidance and consultation for all B2B and B2C channels (brand stores, partner locations, factory outlets and shop in shop, etc…);
- Prepare project layouts, specifications, millwork, lighting direction and design details for architectural documentation.
Requirements:
- You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity;
- Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it;
- Excellent ability to create, understand and translate three dimensional concepts into drawings;
- You effectively balance autonomy and collaboration;
- Excellent verbal and visual communication skills;
- Strong team player with ability to work independently with minimum supervision AND in a collaborative environment;
- You seek the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right;
- Driven to problem solve and open to learn;
- Basic knowledge of current building codes and ADA requirements;
- You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions;
- Knowledgeable in material specification, sourcing and construction methods;
- Strong ability to drive work to ensure deadlines are met;
- Proficient in CAD drafting using AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, Sketch Up, Smartsheet and MS Office;
- You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement;
- Degree or Diploma in Interior Design or Architecture.