2D Graphic Designer, Visual Merchandising at Tarte Cosmetics

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2D Graphic Designer, Visual Merchandising About the Role Tarte is looking for a talented 2D Graphic Designer to join our Visual Merchandising team. Our team creates disruptive, easy-to-shop in-store graphics that balance strong brand storytelling with functionality in retail spaces. This role works across permanent and promotional fixtures, seasonal updates, windows, and pop-ups, partnering closely with Trade Marketing, Project Managers, and cross-functional teams from concept through final production and release. What You’ll Do • Create easy-to-shop graphics for seasonal gondola updates and permanent fixtures across multiple retailers. • Develop artwork for promotional spaces including endcaps, tables, towers, windows, pop-ups, and in-store animations. • Contribute to concepting and brainstorming for seasonal programs and live merch decks, offering ideas and visual solutions. • Produce print-ready files that meet retailer-specific specs, production requirements, and timelines. • Collaborate with Trade Marketing to bring campaigns to life while maintaining brand consistency across retailers and regions. • Adapt and roll out artwork for international markets, including adjustments for language, currency, and regional preferences (translations provided). • Oversee a high volume of projects per season, partnering with Project Managers to ensure accuracy, organization, and on-time delivery. • Manage routing updates and feedback implementation, ensuring all changes are accurately reflected prior to release. • Stay current on design trends while maintaining a strong understanding of the beauty industry. • Assist team initiatives by sharing resources, best practices, and supporting other designers during peak periods. What We’re Looking For • BFA/BA in Graphic Design or a related field. • 2-3+ years of experience in graphic design, preferably within retail, visual merchandising, or a production-heavy marketing environment. • Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. • Hands-on experience with print production, including file setup, specs, scaling, and mechanical accuracy. • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail. • Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills. • A collaborative, proactive, and adaptable team player with a positive attitude Our Perks • Salary range: $66,500-75,000 (Compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill level, relevant work experience & education) • Medical, dental, vision, 401K plan & access to health & wellness programs • Paid vacation, holidays, summer Fridays, birthdays off, volunteer time & more • Makeup gratis, employee discount on tarte.com, team give back initiatives • Friendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment Tarte is an equal opportunity employer.

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2D Graphic Designer, Visual Merchandising
What You’ll Do
Create easy-to-shop graphics for seasonal gondola updates and permanent fixtures across multiple retailers.
Develop artwork for promotional spaces including endcaps, tables, towers, windows, pop-ups, and in-store animations.
Contribute to concepting and brainstorming for seasonal programs and live merch decks, offering ideas and visual solutions.
Produce print-ready files that meet retailer-specific specs, production requirements, and timelines.
Collaborate with Trade Marketing to bring campaigns to life while maintaining brand consistency across retailers and regions.
Adapt and roll out artwork for international markets, including adjustments for language, currency, and regional preferences (translations provided).
Oversee a high volume of projects per season, partnering with Project Managers to ensure accuracy, organization, and on-time delivery.
Manage routing updates and feedback implementation, ensuring all changes are accurately reflected prior to release.
Stay current on design trends while maintaining a strong understanding of the beauty industry.
Assist team initiatives by sharing resources, best practices, and supporting other designers during peak periods.
What We’re Looking For
BFA/BA in Graphic Design or a related field.
2-3+ years of experience in graphic design, preferably within retail, visual merchandising, or a production-heavy marketing environment.
Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
Hands-on experience with print production, including file setup, specs, scaling, and mechanical accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
A collaborative, proactive, and adaptable team player with a positive attitude
Paid vacation, holidays, summer Fridays, birthdays off, volunteer time & more
Friendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment
Tarte is an equal opportunity employer.

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Dental

Vision

401k

Wellness