Associate Creative Director, Global Retail Experience

Sol de Janeiro

. Shape Sol de Janeiro’s in-store experiences and retail design .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $140,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in retail design and environmental design, with a strong focus on creating immersive brand experiences through innovative store concepts and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams. Proficient in translating creative briefs into detailed 2D and 3D renderings while managing project timelines and deliverables.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Retail Design ExperienceAdobe Creative Suite Proficiency3D Rendering Software ExpertiseStrong Communication SkillsProject Management

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Hard Skills

Retail DesignEnvironmental Design2D Renderings3D RenderingsTechnical DrawingsFixture Systems DevelopmentMaterial LibrariesScalable Design ToolkitsProduction ProcessesConcept Development

Soft Skills

CollaborativeDetail-OrientedCreative Problem-SolvingMentoringArticulating Design Decisions

Tools & Technologies

Adobe Creative SuiteSketchUpAutoCAD3D Rendering Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in ArchitectureBachelor’s Degree in Interior DesignMaster’s Degree in ArchitectureMaster’s Degree in Interior Design

Industry Keywords

Global Beauty BrandsLifestyle BrandsFlagship LocationsGo-To-Market ActivationsIn-Store ExperiencesRetail ModelsGlobal Retail PlaybookFixture Sourcebook

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape Sol de Janeiro’s in-store experiences and retail design
Drive the creation of flagship locations, innovative retail models, and go-to-market activations
Blend experiential, digital, and immersive storytelling into brand-defining installations
Design and deliver global store concepts through spatial, material, and experiential detail
Partner with Global VM, Commercial, Regional, vendor, and PMO teams
Develop fixture systems, material libraries, and scalable design toolkits
Translate creative briefs into 2D and 3D renderings, technical drawings, and production-ready documentation
Participate in concept development for flagships, pop-ups, department stores, and travel retail
Contribute to the Global Retail Playbook and Fixture Sourcebook
Track project timelines, deliverables, and cost parameters
Mentor design team partners and foster creative problem-solving
Report to the Vice President, Global Retail

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field
8–10 years of experience in retail design, environmental design, or related creative field
Experience in global beauty or lifestyle brands preferred
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, AutoCAD, and/or 3D rendering software
Strong understanding of materials, fixtures, and production processes
Excellent communication skills — able to articulate design decisions clearly across creative and commercial partners
Collaborative, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple concurrent workstreams in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and bonus program for full-time team members
Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth
Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality
The chance to be part of a fast-growing, award-winning global beauty brand