Retail Designer

Job Overview

The Retail Designer role at American Eagle encompasses supporting the conception and implementation of new retail locations as well as refurbishments. This role requires close coordination with diverse teams to drive project tasks, produce design documentation, and aid in assessing retail site opportunities through thorough feasibility analyzes. Successful candidates possess a solid background in retail-oriented design and architecture, exhibit excellent organizational abilities, and are skilled at juggling several projects simultaneously in a dynamic workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to designing and executing new retail areas, remodels, and refurbishments.
• Formulate design solutions consistent with brand identity, customer engagement, and operational guidelines.
• Create presentations, design explorations, renderings, plus supporting documents for internal and external design assessments.
• Develop and coordinate design development packages including plans, fixture arrangements, elevations, and specific project details.
• Participate in reviewing potential retail spaces by crafting feasibility reports, analyzing site data, and drafting preliminary spatial plans to aid real estate selections.
• Analyze landlord requirements, lease conditions, and site documents to detect design constraints and possibilities during feasibility evaluations.
• Collaborate with internal groups like Real Estate, Construction, Store Operations, and Visual Merchandising along feasibility and implementation phases.
• Verify consultant submissions throughout design stages to ensure conformance with brand standards and design intentions.
• Monitor project deadlines, document revisions, approvals, and pending tasks to guarantee timely project completion.
• Conduct site inspections and assist with punch-list processes as needed.
• Maintain prototype archives, material finish libraries, and design guidelines to uphold consistency across projects.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Environmental Design, or a related discipline is required.
• Three to four years of demonstrated experience in Retail Design, Store Planning, Architecture, or similar fields is necessary.
• Competent in AutoCAD (current version), SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and rendering tools.
• Understanding of architectural drawings, space planning, and construction documentation is essential.
• General knowledge of building codes, retail construction methods, and project management.
• Ability to interpret landlord requirements and architectural plans effectively.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Adeptness at managing multiple projects and priorities within a fast-paced setting.
• Self-driven with meticulous attention to details and dependable follow-through.
• Capable of fostering collaborative relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
• Prior experience with international retail or franchise projects is advantageous but not mandatory.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting salary depends on factors such as experience and geographic location.
• Eligible employees may access comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Additional benefits comprise wellness programs, 401(k) retirement plans, life and disability insurance, employee stock purchase options, paid leave including sick and parental leave.
• Paid time off and holiday pay vary according to job level, location, employment status, and service duration.
• American Eagle may grant discretionary bonuses and incentives.

Company Overview

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. is a prominent global specialty apparel retailer with a diverse brand portfolio encompassing American Eagle, Aerie, OFFL/NE by Aerie, Todd Snyder, and Unsubscribed. The company champions optimism, inclusivity, and authenticity, providing customers with casual, comfortable, timeless fashion crafted to endure. The business operates physical stores across North America and supports a thriving e-commerce platform with global merchandise availability through licensing partners.

Diversity and Inclusion

The company is committed to fostering an inclusive culture welcoming all individuals and promoting a sense of belonging. They uphold equal employment opportunity standards, prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, gender, national origin, and other legally protected traits. Reasonable accommodations are provided as required.

Additional Information

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled, with possible extensions depending on applicant response volume.