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Brooks Running · 1 day ago

Experiential Design Lead, Retail

US, Washington, Seattle

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$111K/yr - $166K/yr

7+ years exp

Brooks Running is a company dedicated to creating gear and experiences that enhance the joy of movement. The Experiential Design Lead, Retail will collaborate with creative leaders to deliver transformative design experiences that engage consumers in retail environments, fostering deeper connections with the Brooks brand.

ApparelFashionManufacturingShoesSporting Goods

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert for retail experiential design, events, and local marketing, providing strategic guidance and creative leadership

Establish and uphold standards for retail graphic execution, creative style guides, décor and experiential seasonal guides, and presentation design, ensuring consistency and excellence across all retail touchpoints

Lead the design and implementation of sign and graphic guides, driving a unified and compelling brand experience throughout retail environments

Lead the development of 3D renderings, photo-composites, and graphics to communicate experiential intent; collaborate with Creative Strategists, production designers, and project managers to deliver scalable solutions within budgetary requirements

Oversee the creation of scaled floorplans, drawings, and 3D models to clearly communicate project needs for experiential and décor initiatives

Drive brand seasonal updates and local marketing initiatives, ensuring all creative outputs align with the broader brand strategy

Lead the design and execution of store opening events, ongoing in-store experiences, and retail marketing activities, delivering innovative solutions that engage and inspire

Develop creative solutions for miscellaneous retail and local marketing needs, adapting quickly to evolving project requirements

Translate briefs into compelling creative concepts across video, digital, print, store décor, window displays and other retail formats, ensuring clarity and impact in every deliverable

Own the concept and design of retail experiential displays and events, collaborating with production teams and external partners to produce dimensional displays and décor elements that meet safety, efficiency, and quality standards

Prepare and present concepts to senior leadership, articulating creative strategies and solutions with confidence and clarity

Consult with creative leadership, marketing, and business partners to map out campaign strategies, design ideas, and tactical directions that achieve client objectives

Facilitate project brainstorms, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovative thinking and creative problem-solving

Lead the final design and production of décor elements, working with production teams and vendors to ensure deliverables meet safety, efficiency, and installation standards

Guide and review work from junior designers and freelancers, offering actionable feedback and fostering professional growth

Mentor and train designers and freelancers on Brooks’ design principles and brand standards; may manage up to one direct report

Manage and execute multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong organizational and time-management skills

Present creative work confidently to internal teams and external partners, articulating design rationale and strategic intent

Collaborate with Creative Lab leaders and Creative Directors to manage timelines, resources, and deliverables, ensuring project goals are met

Uphold the highest standards of visual execution and design craft, continuously seeking opportunities to elevate creative output

Stay current on visual and retail trends, technology, and creative tools, inspiring innovation and best practices within the team

Qualification

Graphic design3D modelingExperiential designFigmaAdobe Creative CloudArchitectural floorplansArt directionSpatial designInterpersonal skillsProblem-solvingTime management

Required

Creative portfolio demonstrating best in class graphic design, 3D modeling, environmental design, and conceptual design; please add your online portfolio link at the top of your resume when applying

Bachelor's degree in a design-focused major or related field; equivalent years of experience can be considered in lieu of degree(s)

7+ years of experience in design within retail, agency, or in-house creative studios with a focus on graphic design, 3D modeling, art direction, spatial/environmental design, and experiential design

Proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural floorplans and dimensional renderings

Advanced skills in Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud (e.g., Photoshop Illustrator, InDesign); familiarity with AI tools is a plus

Proficiency in Adobe Dimension, Substance, or similar 3D/dimensional design programs

Demonstrated elevated and culturally relevant design aesthetic

Demonstrated experience working in a cross-functional environment and working with senior leadership teams

Experience managing cross-functional projects and ensuring project goals are met

Self-driven, open to learning, goal oriented, strong time management skills, detail oriented

Ability to adapt to ever-changing demands and to refocus priorities in projects; strong problem-solving skills

Ability to anticipate how decisions can affect customers, partners, products, or other departments' operations and/or morale

Excellent interpersonal skills that inspire and build trust resulting in effective working relationships across the company

Ability to communicate a point-of-view concisely and functional expertise within project teams and to external stakeholders

Ability to change the status quo – always looking at improving our products and processes while also displaying a willingness to dive into the details

Expected 35% travel throughout the year

Embraces and lives the Brooks values!

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

HSA and employer contribution

FSA

Family & fertility assistance

401K Savings Plan and match

Employee assistance program

Transportation assistance

Generous time off including three to five weeks of paid time off

Eleven paid holidays

Paid sick and parental leave

Annual bonus based on company performance

Product discounts

Employee recognition

Fitness discounts

Volunteer and donation benefits

Company

Brooks Running

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Brooks Running designs and manufactures high-performance running shoes, apparel, and accessories for both male and female runners. It is a sub-organization of Berkshire Hathaway.

Founded in 1914

Seattle, Washington, USA

1001-5000 employees