VISUAL LEAD Job at L'AGENCE in New York

Visual Lead:

Founded in 2008 by Jeff Rudes and Margaret Maldanado, L’Agence began with early roots in Hollywood and a devout following of high-profile celebrities and their stylists. Informed by the easy chic feel of Southern California with a Parisian sensibility, the collections evoke a spirit of sultry glamour through vibrant colors, bold prints, and timeless silhouettes that complement the jet-setter lifestyle. We Crete a head-to-toe wardrobe for every aspect of the day that chameleons from airport to gala, beachside to boardroom. All the elements of the look are designed in conjunction so that the pieces work symbiotically.

Our brand is built on community, a culture of empowerment, and a commitment to taking care of our people.

Summary:

This individual is client and brand centric with all efforts. With the goal of supporting visuals and clients this individual is a passionate brand ambassador. This role will act as a representative of L’Agence in visuals and the daily business operations of the store and support all store initiatives. The visual lead reports to the Store Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for designing and executing visually appealing merchandise displays
• Including window displays, floor plans, and signage
• Attract customers and maximize sales by strategically arranging products and aligning with brand messaging
• Staying updated on market trends and collaborating with store staff to maintain a cohesive visual experience
• Monitor costs associated with display materials, production, and installation while staying within allocated budget
• Train store staff on proper display maintenance, product placement, and merchandising techniques

Requirements:

• At least 5+ years of experience in a retail apparel environment
• Experience within a stock supervisory role and within women’s apparel retail preferred
• Familiar with key retail performance indicators
• Adaptable, a sense of openness, active listener, and compassionate
• Creative design skills: Strong visual aesthetic, understanding of color theory, layout design, and typography
• Ability to visualize and plan effective store layouts and product placement
• Trend analysis: Keep abreast of current market trends and consumer behavior
• Project management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work within budget constraints
• Hand-on execution: Ability to build and install displays with attention to detail

Physical Requirements:

• Must be a L’AGENCE brand ambassador, upholding dress code standards
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to reach overhead
• Must be able to pick up 30-50lbs
• Must be able to climb a ladder or stepstool

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.