Designer (Retail / Visual Merchandising)

Designer (Retail / Visual Merchandising)Boston, MA (Hybrid)$50-54/hr6+ month contract | 40 hrs/weekOur client is looking for a freelance Designer to support their Visual Merchandising team, helping bring retail campaigns to life across in-store signage, fixtures, and physical brand environments.This role is ideal for a designer who understands how creative translates into real-world retail spaces and can confidently move work from concept through final production files.Hybrid schedule: onsite in Boston Tues-Thurs.MUST HAVES (DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT MEET THESE)5+ years of design experience focused on retail, visual merchandising, environmental, or in-store creativePortfolio demonstrating in-store signage, fixture graphics, retail campaigns, or physical environment designStrong print production experience, including dielines, mechanicals, specs, and preparing vendor-ready filesAdvanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and PhotoshopExperience adapting creative across multiple sizes, formats, and store layoutsAbility to work onsite in Boston Tues-ThursWhat You'll DoDesign in-store signage, graphics, and promotional materials supporting seasonal campaigns and retail initiativesAdapt creative across multiple store formats, fixture sizes, and regional rolloutsTranslate 2D layouts into real-world retail applications across fixtures, displays, and environmentsPrepare print-ready production files including dielines, specs, and mechanicalsPartner with Visual Merchandising, Production, and Marketing teams to execute cohesive in-store experiencesReview proofs to ensure accuracy across dimensions, materials, and vendor requirementsManage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight retail timelinesApply strong typography, layout, and composition skills within established brand systemsNice to HaveExperience with SketchUp, Rhino, or other 3D toolsExperience working in Asana or similar project management toolsBackground in retail, apparel, footwear, or lifestyle brandsLogisticsHybrid role based in Boston (onsite Tues-Thurs)40 hours per week6+ month contract with potential to extend$50-54/hr depending on experience

Created: 2026-05-09