visual merchandising designer – Creative Studio, Seattle, WA

Job Summary and Mission This job contributes to Starbucks success by creating and implementing visual merchandising solutions for Starbucks retail stores in a fast pace promotional environment. May develop fixtures, signage solutions, interior space planning and merchandising presentations. Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following :

Collaborates with the department director and category teams to develop and define the visual presentation strategy for basic standards, promotions, events and product launches for Starbucks retail stores in North America and Asia Pacific.

Designs presentation and general product layout and schematics for retail stores and internal reviews.

Leads or supports projects and programs that meet stated company objectives, promote company brand identity and enhance the Starbucks experience for the consumer.

Participates in general space planning for products, based on store product capacity and product assortments. Works with other team members to develop fixtures, props, decorative materials and allocate signage, for retail stores as they relate to store programs. Manages interior visual displays. Summary of Experience

Retail store or merchandising (6 years)

Visual presentation or display design (6 years)

Working in a high-end major retail company (6 years)

Project management (2 years) Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to think both conceptually and analytically.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Basic skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop

Creative problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Project management skills

Product merchandising and display skills Starbucks and its brands are an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities. Starbucks will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances.