The APAC Merchandise Designer will be responsible for conceptualizing and designing CHAGEE APAC's merchandise across the Asia Pacific region. This role focuses on creating visually compelling, on-brand merchandise designs that support marketing campaigns, brand storytelling, and customer engagement. The ideal candidate has a strong design background, experience in merchandise or product design, and a solid understanding of retail and F&B branding.
Key Responsibilities
- Merchandise Design: Design creative and on-brand merchandise items, including promotional products, seasonal items, and campaign-related merchandise.
- Brand Consistency: Ensure all merchandise designs align with CHAGEE APAC's brand guidelines and visual identity.
- Concept Development: Develop creative concepts and design directions for merchandise collections and campaigns.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with branding, marketing, merchandise planning, and procurement teams to ensure feasibility and alignment.
- Design Execution: Prepare design files, mockups, and specifications for production.
- Material & Production Awareness: Consider materials, finishes, and production methods during the design process to ensure practicality and quality.
- Trend Research: Stay updated on merchandise, lifestyle, and retail design trends within APAC markets.
- Feedback & Iteration: Incorporate feedback from stakeholders to refine and improve designs.
- Presentation: Present design concepts, mood boards, and prototypes to stakeholders for review and approval.
- Project Management: Manage multiple design projects and ensure timely delivery.
Preferred Skills
- Proven experience in merchandise, product, or graphic design within retail or F&B industries.
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
- Excellent creativity with strong attention to detail.
- Solid understanding of branding, visual storytelling, and consumer appeal.
- Experience working with suppliers and understanding production processes is a plus.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
