Spatial & Experience Designer

About KREWE KREWE is an independent, high-fashion eyewear brand rooted inthe vibrant culture and boundless creativity of our hometown, New Orleans - and now proudly headquartered in both New Orleans and New York City. Since our launch in 2013, KREWE has grown into a dynamic brand celebrated for its distinctive, handcrafted sun and optical frames that reflect a deep commitment to quality,  individuality, and design. In 2022, we opened the doors to our NYC headquarters in the heart of the Meatpacking District, building a second home for the brand that brings New Orleans’ culture, creativity, and energy to one of the world’s most iconic design capitals. Our presence now spans brick-and-mortar boutiques, mobile retail concepts, and a thriving e-commerce platform - alongside distribution through premier independents and top national retailers. Celebrated for our unique approach to design, KREWE has cultivated a loyal following among style-conscious consumers and influential tastemakers. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for passionate, driven, and innovative individuals to join our talented team. At KREWE our work is fast-paced, collaborative, and deeply mission-driven. Our people are high-performing and ambitious - not just about hitting goals, but about building something that’s original, culturally rooted and globally resonant. Every team member at KREWE has the opportunity to own their role and make a lasting impact. If this sounds like the right environment for you we invite you to apply below.  KREWE is looking for a Spatial & Experience Designer to lead the spatial, design, and visual execution for our retail locations. This role sits on the creative team, reporting directly to the Art Director and working closely with KREWE Founder as well as the retail operations team. You will be responsible for defining how our stores look and feel—and ensuring that standard is executed consistently across every location. This role is based in our New Orleans Headquarters 5 days a week. Key Responsibilities: Define & Evolve the Retail ExperiencePartner with the Founder and Creative team to define and evolve the aesthetic and experiential standard for KREWE retailTranslate brand vision into spatial design, layouts, materials, fixtures, and key in-store momentsContribute to the development of new store concepts, formats, and brand experiences Build & Maintain Visual Brand StandardsOwn store visual consistency & quality, inputting systems that allow for regular review, evolution, and accountability to standardsDevelop and maintain clear, actionable Visual Brand Standards Ensure standards are usable by Store Development and can be executed consistently across locations Partner on Store Development & OpeningsOwn all design elements of new retail buildouts, collaborating closely with retail operations team to ensure new stores are built to standardProvide creative guidance and oversight throughout the build process, protecting the integrity of the design during execution  Bridge Creative & Operational ExecutionTranslate creative vision into systems that can be scaled across the businessBalance design innovation with the need for repeatability and consistencyAct as the connective layer between Creative and Retail teams Requirements: Experience in retail, interior, and/or spatial designStrong design taste with a deep understanding of brand, space, and experienceAbility to translate creative vision into clear, actionable standardsHighly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholdersComfortable giving direct feedback and holding teams accountable to standardsAbility to balance creative thinking with operational executionA detail-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to quality and consistency Benefits and Perks: Competitive wageGroup health plans: health, vision and dental insuranceWelfare benefits: life, ad&d, supplemental voluntary coverage FSA Plan & HSA Program 401(K) Investment OptionsAdoption Assistance, EAP, Commuter BenefitsPaid Parental Leave Quarterly Cultural SpendOngoing Training and Development, an Educational Allowance10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off accrualKREWE employee quarterly frame allowance (of course!) Diversity and Inclusion: KREWE believes in providing an inclusive workplace where all individuals have the opportunity to succeed. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without discrimination or retaliation because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable local, state, or federal law. Locations: New Orleans, LA