Nordstrom · 14 hours ago
Creative Environmental Designer (Hybrid - Seattle, WA)
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $132K/yr
4+ years expNordstrom is a leading fashion retailer, and they are seeking a Creative Environmental Designer to lead innovative design projects across various creative marketing campaigns. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional partners to create impactful designs that align with business objectives and enhance brand strategy.
E-CommerceFashionRetail
Responsibilities
Design, develop, iterate, and execute design concepts across 360 Creative Marketing campaigns, windows, brand collaborations, shop-in-shop experiences, scaled events, and NMG Creative projects
Drive projects independently while developing creative concepts that demonstrate vision, align with business/marketing objectives, and support overall brand strategy
Contribute to the evolution of Nordstrom Creative strategy and how Creative Marketing expresses and amplifies it
Collaborate effectively across Creative Marketing, NMG Leadership, and cross-functional partners
Present concepts confidently and communicate creative intent clearly across all levels of leadership
Serve as an inspirational thought leader, guiding team members through project development without formal people management responsibilities
Lead design and branding efforts for environmental projects within Creative Marketing and NDC
Partner with NMG Leadership, Brand teams, and Creative Marketing Leadership to deliver innovative, experience-based designs that meet strategic business needs
Independently lead large-scale projects from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with business goals and creative standards
Meet regularly with Creative Marketing, NMG partners, Brand Leadership, and Brand partners to stay informed on business priorities and deliver impactful creative solutions
Provide leadership in the use, training, and mentorship of VM Design tools and presentation methods
Create proposal decks that clearly communicate design concepts and help partners visualize ideas
Produce drawings and design documents to support planning, prototyping, and rollout of new concepts
Develop vendor proposals, specifications, production files, and material guidelines for bidding and fabrication
Demonstrate strong understanding of production methods and materials suitable for large-scale 3D environmental projects
Review and approve prototypes, ensuring accuracy of execution and adherence to project timelines
Work within defined budget constraints while collaborating with VM Engineers to make decisions that maintain visual standards and project intent
Manage project timelines, deliverables, and production schedules to ensure on-time completion
Oversee external design or production partners as needed, including prototype evaluation and final approval
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 4–6 years of experience in environmental design, retail experience design, visual merchandising, or related creative disciplines
Demonstrates a holistic understanding of Visual Merchandising practices at Nordstrom
Strong communication, organization, delegation, and follow-through skills
Ability to build strong relationships with peers and senior leadership
Strong strategic planning abilities and critical thinking skills
Ability to think and communicate effectively in both 2D and 3D design frameworks
Full proficiency in Illustrator, InDesign, SketchUp, and CAD applications
Knowledge of NDC and VM specifications, tools, and material resources
Ability to manage budgets and track spending
Strong strategic planning abilities and critical thinking skills
Benefits
Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
Life Insurance and Disability
Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
401k
Medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options
PTO accruals
Holidays
Company
Nordstrom
Nordstrom is an online fashion retailer that specializes in fashion, footwear, accessories, and beauty.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$969.45MKey Investors
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2024-12-23Acquired
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Leadership Team
Erik Nordstrom
Chief Executive Officer
Alexis DePree
Chief Operating Officer
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