Location: Jersey City, New JerseyJob Type: ContractCompensation Range: $43 - 46 per hourWe are seeking a Visual Merchandising Designer to lead the design, coordination, and execution of merchandising fixtures for global launches and permanent units across various retail environments. This role will ensure a consistent brand image at counter, enhancing ITC's presence in the marketplace. The position involves designing and developing both tester and merchandising units for seasonal and permanent programs, contributing to the evolution of the brand's identity in a competitive market.Responsibilities: Based on creative requests/briefs, develop designs that are clear, visually impactful, easy to navigate and consistent with overall channel designs. Work with key partners (i.e., Marketing, Sales) to ensure the designs achieve the best results for each product launch and installation. Communicate with global teams (Mktg, PM, CM, etc) & store design to understand store fixtures in various retail environments to ensure merchandising solutions result in a cohesive brand message. Full execution of all visual merchandising requests managing phases of projects. Based on competitive landscape, develop shelf displays to stand out from the competition and highlight new product launches. Design a wide variety of global launch assets, seasonal program and evergreen artwork assets (i.e. front strips, toppers, headers, trend displayers, end caps). Create guidelines and maintain graphic templates/codes and 2D planograms for Regions to adapt to their local retailer fixtures. Design, package and distribute graphics (for production) as needed and under strict deadlines. Render gondolas, stores and product launches to show graphic layouts in context. Attend meetings, present concepts and report on status of current projects if necessary. Create digital guidelines/presentations of open sell systems for internal/external use. Along with standard units, create site-specific one-off merchandising units that must be addressed individually each season according to sales/marketing and regional requests. Design dedicated "animation spaces" and create directives for global implementation. Develop spatial design solutions across a multitude of scales, while maintaining approved brand direction and style. Translate global merchandising strategy to regional store formats. Update merchandising guides, check lists, floor plans and schematics for retail channels. Demonstrate an understanding of materials, cost, and time requirements on projects. Must possess understanding of shelf, accessory and componentry materials and manufacturing processes, proposing compelling and plausible design solutions that can be achieved technically and within timing/budgetary limitations. Maintain awareness of current trends in visual arts and merchandising. Additional Responsibilities: Assessment of creative requests and ability to formulate initial design proposals with little direction. Development and presentation of concepts to all levels of management. Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize, multitask and the ability to meet strict deadlines. Exceptional organizational and communication skills. Ambitious, enthusiastic and flexible. Demonstrated ability to effectively convey ideas and concepts visually. Independent worker that can take initiative on designs and concepts. Innovative thinker. Qualifications: Approx. 5 years in experience in merchandising, visual display or related areas. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Sketchup. Experience with visual merchandising design, including tester displays and gondola designs. Experience working in a fast-paced, high pressure, creative environment. Demonstrated ability to multi-task with agility. Must be a self-starter, flexible and imaginative with an understanding of 3D design. Can take direction, work independently and collaboratively. Knowledge of retail trends. Able to come into the office 3 days a week. Skills: Must be a self-starter, flexible and imaginative with an understanding of 3D design. Can take direction, work independently and collaboratively. Knowledge of retail trends. JOBID: 1080664#LI-CELLAEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.