Retail Architectural Designer

Global Retail Architectural Designer (Parental Leave)
Location:
Hybrid in Boston 1-2 days on site minimum, remaining days remote

Schedule:
40 hours/week (9AM-5PM EST)

Duration:
3 Months, likely not to extend further

Rate Range:
$45-$55 per hour based on your experience level

Timeline for Hire:
1-2 interviews, getting started within the next ~3 weeks ideally

Position Overview
Our client, an international footwear brand, is seeking a Global Retail Architectural Designer to join their team on a parental leave contract (~3 months). The Global Retail Architectural Designer will support in the creation and implementation of retail concepts through strong design, visualization and presentation skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Design Team in the creation, adaptation and refinement of retail concepts and environmental components.
• Design new fixture elements to solve various consumer and market driven needs.
• Document design direction for communication to partners such as architects and fixture manufacturers.
• Develop 3D visualization of designs to effectively communicate ideas and design intent.
• Develop store designs via standard documentation methods such as floor plans, elevations and sections.
• Research relevant examples of retail, art and design to compile creative vision inspiration.
• Research specifications such as materials, lighting and furniture
• Collaborate closely with Store Planning team to support execution of retail environments.
• Work cross-functionally with Visual Merchandising, Marketing and Digital internal partners as needed
• Coordinate with external partners for development and production of fixtures and design elements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field.
• Proven experience in retail design, with a strong portfolio showcasing previous projects.
• Proficiency in design software, particularly Sketchup, Adobe Creative Suite, and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of architectural principles and retail space functionality.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

We are looking forward to your application

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits
Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.

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For Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa such as a H-1B, TN, or O visa. We do not support or provide training for STEM/OPT programs. Additionally, you must be physically located in and perform the work for our client in the United States.

This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 08/05/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

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