Responsibilities

• The associate director will be responsible for Global In-Store and Out of House Events Design (influencer, global events).
• This individual will partner with the Executive Director to develop innovative and compelling event design and in store distortions in partnership with team collaborators and external department leads that support global and regional campaign experiences.
• They will contribute conceptual design ideas and create detailed renderings of event elements for in-store/offsite retail events and larger public facing brand expressions.
• This individual will research latest event trends and develop inventive and captivating ideas.
• They will provide strategic guidance to local markets throughout the event planning process.
• They will attend Global cross functional meetings to understand deliverables, timelines and project details.
• Additionally, be prepared to provide and share project details and updates.
• Work with the ED to develop concepts and research of innovative design, trends, technologies for event campaigns and in store distortions including windows, play table, MU Consultations etc.
• Ability to manage design projects from conception to execution
• Proficient ability to develop and present multiple design concepts

Requirements

• BA or BFA of Interior Design, Stage and Set Design, or Architecture is required
• 5+ Years of experience in either Agency, Event Design, Store Design, Graphic Design, and Visual Merchandising required
• Highly proficient in 3D modeling programs including: Sketchup, Rhino
• Comprehensive knowledge of 2D technical skills in AutoCAD
• Ability to visually communicate through quick hand sketch in meetings, take detailed notes, and recap
• Proficient in 3D rendering with Rhino, Keyshot
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop, CadTools
• Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment and contribute ideas
• Excellent verbal and visual communication skills
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.
• In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.