Free People Associate Store Designer

Role Summary

The Associate Store Designer will assist in the design development of new stores, remodels, and special projects under the supervision of Store Designers and Senior Designers. This includes the development and production of a complete Design Development set for all Design Review Meetings (DRMs) and issuance to the Architect of Record for construction documentation production.

Reports to : Store Designer / Senior Designer

Role Responsibilities

Assist other Store Designers and Senior Designers to ensure the delivery of a comprehensive CAD Design Development Set to Shared Services and the Architect of Record for construction document production

• Assist in creating design details as part of the Design Development package
• Develop storefront renderings and interior perspectives using SketchUp or hand sketches when necessary under the direction of other Store Designers
• Work on multiple projects with variable timelines concurrently
• Ensure accurate documentation of design revisions and changes
• Participate in Design Review Meetings to gain understanding of the evolution of new design concepts and stay up to date on standards
• Responsible for knowledge of schedules and standards set by the Store Designers and meeting all deadlines
• Participate in design brainstorming sessions with the team
• Role Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related field
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in an architecture or design firm
• Experience working on retail projects a plus
• Experience in coordination of Architectural, Structural, MEP to facilitate Construction Drawing (CD) production
• Experience working on design details for drawing sets
• Must be able to work creatively with others
• Ability to work towards demanding deadlines, as well as being self‐motivated
• Ability to adapt when directions or priorities change on short notice
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented
• Must be highly proficient in AutoCAD and SketchUp
• Must be proficient in Adobe Programs and Microsoft Office
• Ability to hand sketch
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Ability to travel when necessary

The Perks

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

EEO Statement

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as

established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Assist other Store Designers and Senior Designers to ensure the delivery of a comprehensive CAD Design Development Set to Shared Services and the Architect of Record for construction document production
• Assist in creating design details as part of the Design Development package
• Develop storefront renderings and interior perspectives using SketchUp or hand sketches when necessary under the direction of other Store Designers
• Work on multiple projects with variable timelines concurrently
• Ensure accurate documentation of design revisions and changes
• Participate in Design Review Meetings to gain understanding of the evolution of new design concepts and stay up to date on standards
• Responsible for knowledge of schedules and standards set by the Store Designers and meeting all deadlines
• Participate in design brainstorming sessions with the team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related field
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in an architecture or design firm
• Experience working on retail projects a plus
• Experience in coordination of Architectural, Structural, MEP to facilitate Construction Drawing (CD) production
• Experience working on design details for drawing sets
• Must be able to work creatively with others
• Ability to work towards demanding deadlines, as well as being self‐motivated
• Ability to adapt when directions or priorities change on short notice
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented
• Must be highly proficient in AutoCAD and SketchUp
• Must be proficient in Adobe Programs and Microsoft Office
• Ability to hand sketch
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Ability to travel when necessary