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Job description
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company’s products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for supporting the Executive Director, Global Experiential & Events Design. The role of associate requires incredible creativity and ability to provide detailed renderings of event and instore distortion concepts, as well as technical guidelines. Additionally, the position must uphold the highest standard of event design and execution for all 3D/2D assets to ensure MAC delivers innovative, world‑class creative expressions for all events and brand experiences.
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.
DESCRIPTION
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
Develop working knowledge of brand identity and aesthetics, with an extraordinary attention to detail
Knowledgeable in Fixture, Set & Stage Design with an interest fabrication/production process
Visualize and render professional level artwork for Window and Event concepts
Responsible in tracking and monitoring all steps of creative process that adhere to project-defined timelines
Understands 3D modeling principals and can provide daily support to the Retail Experience team
Produce concept and design renderings for all levels of MAC Retail Environments and Special Events
Collaborate with design team to produce comprehensive design packets for regional execution
Produce 2D and 3D artwork based on renderings for both Events and Retail Environments
Occasionally assist on site for NYC area installations
Organize and maintain library of all relevant design-related creative assets
Strong team spirit with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
Passion for cosmetic retailing and entrepreneurial work environment
Contribute to the Design Manual and fixture library
QUALIFICATIONS
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
Superior organizational skills
Deadline oriented and ability to self-manage
Understanding and strong interest in design /fashion /beauty / retail / technology & material innovations / and the aptitude to translate these ideas into reality
Knowledgeable of fabrication, printing, and prop materials
Model building/ hand crafting skills
Comfortable with light physical labor, building materials and setup
Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Slack, Trello, Google docs.
PAY RANGE
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $87,550.00 to $143,800.00. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. 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.
BENEFITS
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
many others
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices.
Michigan Applicants: Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.
Philadelphia Applicants: Philadelphia's Fair Chance Hiring Law
Rhode Island Applicants: The company is subject to chapters 29-38 of title 28 of the general laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state's workers' compensation law.
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
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