Associate Design Director, Global Experiential & Events Design, MAC

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Date: Sep 21, 2026

Location: New York, NY, US, 10013

Company: ELC Beauty LLC

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company’s products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for supporting the Director, Global Experiential & Events Design. The role of associate requires incredible creativity and ability to provide detailed renderings of event and instore distortion concepts, as well as technical guidelines. Additionally, the position must uphold the highest standard of event design and execution for all 3D/2D assets to ensure MAC delivers innovative, world-class creative expressions for all events and brand experiences.

The associate director will be responsible for Global In-Store and Out of House Events Design (influencer, global events). This individual will partner with the Executive Director to develop innovative and compelling event design and in store distortions in partnership with team collaborators and external department leads that support global and regional campaign experiences. They will contribute conceptual design ideas and create detailed renderings of event elements for in-store/offsite retail events and larger public facing brand expressions. This individual will research latest event trends and develop inventive and captivating ideas. They will provide strategic guidance to local markets throughout the event planning process. They will attend Global cross functional meetings to understand deliverables, timelines and project details. Additionally, be prepared to provide and share project details and updates.

Description

  • Work with the ED to develop concepts and research of innovative design, trends, technologies for event campaigns and in store distortions including windows, play table, MU Consultations etc.
  • Ability to manage design projects from conception to execution
  • Proficient ability to develop and present multiple design concepts
  • Develop working knowledge of brand identity and aesthetics, with an extraordinary attention to detail
  • Knowledgeable in Fixture, Set & Stage Design with an interest fabrication/production process
  • Visualize and render professional level artwork for Window and Event concepts
  • Responsible in tracking and monitoring all steps of creative process that adhere to project-defined timelines
  • Understands 3D modeling principals and can provide daily support to the Retail Experience team
  • Produce concept and design renderings for all levels of MAC Retail Environments and Special Events
  • Collaborate with design team to produce comprehensive design packets for regional execution
  • Produce 2D and 3D artwork based on renderings for both Events and Retail Environments
  • Occasionally assist on site for NYC area installations
  • Organize and maintain library of all relevant design-related creative assets
  • Strong team spirit with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
  • Passion for cosmetic retailing and entrepreneurial work environment
  • Contribute to the Design Manual and fixture library

Qualifications

  • BA or BFA of Interior Design, Stage and Set Design, or Architecture is required
  • 5+ Years of experience in either Agency, Event Design, Store Design, Graphic Design, and Visual Merchandising required
  • Highly proficient in 3D modeling programs including: Sketchup, Rhino
  • Comprehensive knowledge of 2D technical skills in AutoCAD
  • Ability to visually communicate through quick hand sketch in meetings, take detailed notes, and recap
  • Proficient in 3D rendering with Rhino, Keyshot
  • Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop, CadTools
  • Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment and contribute ideas
  • Excellent verbal and visual communication skills
  • Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • Superior organizational skills
  • Deadline oriented and ability to self-manage
  • Understanding and strong interest in design /fashion /beauty / retail / technology & material innovations / and the aptitude to translate these ideas into reality
  • Knowledgeable of fabrication, printing, and prop materials
  • Model building/ hand crafting skills
  • Comfortable with light physical labor, building materials and setup
  • Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Slack, Trello, Google docs.

 Pay Range:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $87,550.00 to $143,800.00. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.

Michigan Applicants: Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.

Philadelphia Applicants: Philadelphia's Fair Chance Hiring Law

Rhode Island Applicants: The company is subject to chapters 29-38 of title 28 of the general laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state's workers' compensation law.


Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City