Associate Graphic Designer, Visual Merchandising
At a glance
Junior Graphic Design role at tarte cosmetics. New York · full-time · $66,500–$75,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Design seasonal gondola updates and permanent retail fixtures so shoppers can navigate displays easily
- Create artwork for endcaps, tables, towers, windows, pop-ups and in-store animations
- Build seasonal concepts and turn them into print-ready files that meet retailer specs, dielines and color needs
- Adapt campaign artwork for international markets, adjusting language, currency and regional preferences
- Track revisions and production checks across seasonal projects, working with trade marketing and project managers to deliver accurate files on time
What you bring
- A graphic design degree or a related qualification
- At least two years of design work, with strong print production experience, ideally in retail, visual merchandising or another listed setting
- Working proficiency in InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, plus hands-on preparation of print mechanicals
- You understand large-format print, display materials and production methods for physical retail
Who this fits
This junior role suits a designer who wants hands-on, print-led work across retail displays, seasonal campaigns and international adaptations. It is based onsite in New York and calls for close collaboration with trade marketing and project managers.
From the employer
Graphic Designer, Visual Merchandising
Tarte is looking for a talented Associate Graphic Designer with strong print design and production experience to join our Visual Merchandising team. Our team creates disruptive, easy-to-shop in-store graphics that balance strong brand storytelling with functionality in retail spaces.
This is a print-focused role working across permanent and promotional fixtures, seasonal updates, windows, and pop-ups. You'll be involved in the entire process from concept development to final print production, partnering closely with Trade Marketing, Project Managers, and cross-functional teams.
What You’ll Do
- Create easy-to-shop graphics for seasonal gondola updates and permanent fixtures across multiple retailers.
- Develop artwork for promotional spaces including endcaps, tables, towers, windows, pop-ups, and in-store animations.
- Contribute to concepting and brainstorming for seasonal programs, offering creative ideas and visual solutions.
- Prepare accurate, print-ready production files, ensuring artwork meets retailer-specific specifications, dielines, color requirements, and production standards.
- Collaborate with Trade Marketing to bring campaigns to life while maintaining brand consistency across retailers and regions.
- Adapt and roll out artwork for international markets, including adjustments for language, currency, and regional preferences (translations provided).
- Manage multiple projects per season, partnering with Project Managers to ensure accuracy, organization, and on-time delivery.
- Oversee artwork revisions, routing updates, and final production checks to ensure files are accurate and ready for release.
- Stay current on design trends while maintaining a strong understanding of the beauty industry.
- Support team initiatives by sharing resources, best practices, and assisting other designers during peak periods.
What We’re Looking For
- BFA/BA in Graphic Design or a related field.
- 2-3+ years of graphic design experience, with a strong background in print design and production, preferably within retail, visual merchandising, packaging, or a similar environment.
- Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
- Hands-on experience preparing print-ready mechanical files, including working with dielines, bleeds, color modes (CMYK/Pantone), image resolution, and production specifications.
- Understanding of large-format printing, materials, and production processes for physical retail displays.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
- A collaborative, proactive, and adaptable team player with a positive attitude.
Our Perks
- Salary range: $66,500-75,000 (Compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill level, relevant work experience & education)
- Medical, dental, vision, 401K plan & access to health & wellness programs
- Paid vacation, holidays, summer Fridays, birthdays off, volunteer time & more
- Makeup gratis, employee discount on tarte.com, team give back initiatives
- Friendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment
Tarte is an equal opportunity employer.
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