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Associate, Visual Production

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Wayfair

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Design
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Boston

AI generated summary

  • You need 1+ years of graphic design experience, proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, a creative portfolio, excellent multitasking skills, and ability to travel locally. Video editing is a plus.
  • You will design and produce visual communications, create templates, photograph/edit content, collaborate with teams, maintain brand aesthetics, and ensure content quality while meeting deadlines.

Requirements

  • A current creative digital portfolio and 1+ year(s) of graphic design experience, photography, photoshop and basic editing experience
  • Ability to travel to different working locations as needed (local and regional travel), some weekend availability required
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and Google Workspace
  • Excellent design, layout and illustration skills
  • Demonstrated ability to multitask while keeping organized
  • Video recording and editing preferred, not required
  • Capability to collaborate across multiple cross-functional teams to achieve objectives
  • Adaptability to organizational changes and complex structures
  • Evidence of “scrappy startup execution” be able to operate in a high growth, ambiguous environment
  • Physical retail experience preferred, not required

Responsibilities

  • Design, format and produce elevated communication for Physical Retail Associates, on Visual topics for all of Wayfair’s brands (Wayfair, AllModern, Joss & Main, Birch Lane, Perigold). This includes, but is not limited to seasonal floor set direction, training, how-to’s, VAS, props and signage.
  • Production development includes creating templates and illustrations from scratch and working within pre-designed templates across a variety of media.
  • Formats vary, including but not limited to presentation slides, InDesign documents, websites, photos, illustrations and videos.
  • Support communication production for other Physical Retail topics based on workload and the needs of the business.
  • Photograph, record and edit photos/videos taken at the Physical Retail Labs. This may require posing in photos and/or videos to illustrate how to perform specific tasks.
  • Meet regularly with cross-functional teams to gather all relevant information and strategy updates in order to design cohesive communication.
  • Maintain the “communications aesthetic” for every brand, ensuring that the produced communication supports Brand Creative standards.
  • Maintain and enhance brand-specific, simple to use templates for each media type.
  • Contribute to and manage a robust graphics library including simple illustrations, icons, schematics and graphs to support content.
  • Review and approve assets including designs, photos, etc. for quality, accuracy and consistency, including spelling prior to reviews.
  • Work with the Content Team to ensure content in the final product translated as intended to specific media.
  • Adhere to deadlines and process for communication reviews and leadership sign-offs.
  • Stay up-to-date on the latest job-related technologies including Adobe Creative Cloud, Google Workspace, interactive production, web design and web application integrations.
  • Travel to local stores & labs to gain feedback on materials for future enhancements.
  • Attend new store openings as needed to support store setup and training sessions. This may require travel outside of the state.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Associate, Visual Production.

Where is the position located?

The position is based in Norton & Taunton, MA at Wayfair’s Retail Labs.

Who does the Visual Production Associate report to?

The Visual Production Associate reports to the Production Manager for Visual Communications.

Is travel required for this role?

Yes, frequent travel to the Retail Labs, Boston Copley Office, local Boston stores, and national travel for seasonal floor sets or new store openings is required.

What is the current work policy regarding office presence?

Wayfair's current hybrid work policy is 4 days in the office and 1 day from home.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

A current creative digital portfolio and 1+ years of graphic design experience, along with photography and basic editing experience, are required.

What skills are preferred for video recording and editing?

While video recording and editing experience is preferred, it is not a requirement.

What software proficiency is needed for this job?

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and Google Workspace is needed.

Are there opportunities for collaboration with other teams?

Yes, the role requires collaboration across multiple cross-functional teams to achieve objectives.

Is prior experience in physical retail necessary?

Physical retail experience is preferred but not required.

What types of communication will the Associate be responsible for producing?

The Associate will produce communications related to seasonal floor set direction, training, how-to guides, visual aids, props, and signage across all of Wayfair’s brands.

How does Wayfair value diversity and inclusion?

Wayfair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, valuing diverse perspectives and ensuring all employees feel supported and included.

How can candidates learn more about data privacy concerning their application?

Candidates can review the Candidate Privacy Notice available on Wayfair's careers page or contact the data protection officer for questions regarding privacy rights.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2002
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Wayfair is the destination for all things home: helping everyone, anywhere create their feeling of home. From expert customer service to the development of tools that make the shopping process easier, to carry one of the widest and deepest selections of items for every space, style, and budget, Wayfair gives everyone the power to create spaces that are just right for them.