Retail Experience Designer
THE ROLE
The Concept Co. is looking for a talented Retail Interior/Experience Designer to join our multi-skilled and multicultural agency. The ideal candidate will develop creative concepts and experience ideas for large and small retails and work alongside the creative and strategy leads to create new, bold and progressive concepts. We expect our teams to be informed of the latest and greatest news of the market.
The position is based in Mumbai, and the applicant will be expected to be working from the Lower Parel.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Developing multiple applicable design solutions which meet the strategic, design, functional and budgetary criteria as established by the client and The Concept Co. project team
- Proactively developing design with other team members
- Presenting concepts internally and to external clients
- Liaising with outside design support contracted on projects
- Establishing direction for design through to completion
- Working closely with the project manager and production team to ensure that all information necessary for the successful production of the design is clearly understood
- Staying current on market trends and research as it relates to design, and communicates it to other team members
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
- Ability to manage personal and project schedules on time and in budget
- Ability to apply bold creativity to any project, no matter how small
- Creative impact on delivery of project
- A desire to be a player in the changing retail landscape
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Professional & Technical Experience: Degree or qualifications in relevant specialisation
- Minimum 2 years experience working in the industry
- Strong creative portfolio with a variety of client exposure
- Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills
- Clear understanding of materials and construction processes and details
- Ability to undertake brand audits, survey project sites, review competitors, study consumer profiles, behaviors, and mindsets
- Ability to brief and manage 3rd party consultants & contractors
- Experience with the following software: Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft PowerPoint, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Twinmotion
- Familiar with AI platforms like Midjourney and Dall.E
- Excellent hand sketching and technical drawing abilities
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
- We are deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive retail environment that celebrates the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and needs of our customers. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion in design includes:
- Inclusive Retail Design: We prioritize inclusive design practices in all our VM concepts, ensuring that our retail spaces are welcoming and accessible to customers of all backgrounds and abilities.
- Diverse Product Representation: We aim to represent the diversity of our customer base in our product offerings and displays, showcasing a wide range of products that cater to various tastes and preferences.
- Sustainable and Inclusive Materials: We source materials and props that are not only sustainable but also considerate of inclusivity and diversity.
- Continuous Improvement: We continually seek feedback from customers, employees, and stakeholders to enhance our commitment to diversity and inclusion in retail experience design.
At The Concept Co. diversity and inclusion are integral to our design philosophy. We believe that by embracing diversity and inclusivity in our design concepts, we create a more vibrant, welcoming, and accessible retail environment for everyone."
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