About this role
About the Role Michael Kors is seeking a Senior Designer/Showroom Creative to translate brand storytelling into experiential retail environments and to develop concepts for seasonal windows, in-store animations, pop-ups, showrooms, and brand experiences. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure concepts are realized with integrity and precision, and you will lead creative development for seasonal showrooms and global programs while supporting regional adaptations.
What You'll Do
- Develop creative concepts for seasonal windows, in-store animations, pop-ups, showrooms, special projects, and brand experiences; translate high-level creative direction into visual narratives, moodboards, sketches, and concept decks.
- Support the creative evolution of seasonal brand stories through iterative development and exploration; own concept development for smaller category-specific or channel-specific projects under the Senior Director’s guidance.
- Create high-quality 2D & 3D visualizations and layouts using industry-standard tools; produce polished presentation materials for executive reviews and global sharing; maintain organized design files and creative libraries.
- Collaborate with VM Production to refine designs, ensure feasibility, and support sample reviews; produce clear visual handoffs outlining materials, proportions, and finishes.
- Lead creative development for seasonal showrooms, including moodboards, prop concepts, finishes, and styling direction; provide on-site support during showroom installations to maintain creative integrity; guide placement and styling in collaboration with Execution and Merchandising teams.
- Develop compelling global storytelling decks, seasonal narratives, and concept presentations; adapt concepts for regional needs while preserving cohesive brand identity; present concepts to regional VM partners and incorporate feedback.
- Work with Graphics to ensure alignment across all 2D materials; oversee licensee & category support, providing creative oversight for licensee categories and guiding the Junior Designer on execution to maintain brand consistency.
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in visual, experiential, or spatial design, preferably within luxury or global retail; strong creative portfolio demonstrating concept development and visualization ability.
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and 3D tools (SketchUp, C4D, KeyShot or similar).
- Strong understanding of materials, color, form, and spatial composition; exceptional conceptual storytelling and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver under tight timelines; experience supporting global markets and large-scale retail programs preferred.
Nice to Have
- 5+ years in visual/experiential/spatial design, preferably within luxury or global retail; strong portfolio; expertise in Adobe CS and 3D tools; strong understanding of materials; exceptional storytelling; ability to manage multiple projects; experience with global markets.
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation Range: 75,000.00 - 90,000.00 USD
- Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Calendar
- Summer Fridays
- Internal Mobility Across Brands
- Cross-brand Discount
- Exclusive Employee Sales
- 401k Match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Thrive Wellness Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Gym Discounts