Position Overview

The Graphic Planner supports the planning, design, and execution of complex store graphics and storefront visual communication programs across the retail portfolio. This role partners with Store Planning, Construction, Real Estate, Marketing, Merchandising, and Operations teams to develop brand-aligned graphic solutions that enhance the customer experience and support business objectives.

The Graphic Planner is responsible for creating graphic layouts, design presentations, elevations, renderings, and implementation packages for new stores, remodels, relocations, downsizing projects, and capital initiatives. The role assists in managing graphic programs from concept through installation, ensuring projects meet brand standards, schedule requirements, and operational needs while supporting the Manager, Graphics Planning & Design.

A Day in the Life

Complex Store Graphics

• Support the development of graphic planning and environmental design solutions for complex and high-profile store locations.
• Create store-specific graphic packages, elevations, renderings, presentations, and visual communication plans.
• Assist in reviewing architectural drawings, site surveys, and landlord requirements to develop effective graphic solutions.
• Collaborate with Store Planning, Construction, Real Estate, Operations, and Marketing teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure graphic concepts align with Burlington brand standards, customer experience objectives, and project requirements.
• Participate in site visits and provide recommendations based on field conditions and installation requirements.

Storefront Graphics Planning

• Design and coordinate storefront graphic programs including window graphics, vinyl applications, banners, lightboxes, and other exterior visual communication elements.
• Develop exterior facing graphic layouts for new stores, remodels, relocations, right-sizing projects, and capital improvement initiatives.
• Partner with vendors to obtain artwork proofs, material samples, and production specifications.
• Review graphic shop drawings, production proofs, and installation documentation for accuracy.
• Assist with budgeting, quote comparisons, project tracking, and vendor coordination.
• Ensure storefront graphics comply with landlord criteria, local regulations, and Burlington brand standards.

Project Coordination & Graphic Standards

• Maintain project schedules, implementation trackers, graphic specifications, and design documentation.
• Coordinate graphic deliverables between internal teams and external vendors.
• Support the development and maintenance of graphic standards, templates, and best practices.
• Track project milestones and communicate status updates to stakeholders.
• Assist with quality assurance reviews to ensure graphic packages are complete, accurate, and installation-ready.

You'll Come With

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Environmental Design, Retail Design, Architecture, Interior Design, Visual Communications, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in retail graphics, environmental graphics, graphic planning, visual merchandising, store design, or related disciplines.
• Experience developing graphic packages for retail environments preferred.
• Experience working with external vendors, printers, fabricators, or installation partners preferred.
• Strong design, layout, and visual communication skills.
• Expert knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and SketchUp preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, floor plans, elevations, and construction documents.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Excellent organization and project management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced retail environment.

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Compensation Range: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00