Manager - Design Visuals And Merch Art

Are you a visual storyteller who thrives on bringing brand identity to life in physical spaces? As the Manager - Design Visuals and Merch Art, you'll lead a talented team in crafting compelling graphics and signage that shape how millions of customers experience our stores. From murals to wayfinding, you'll make sure every touchpoint feels intentional, inspiring, and on-brand.

This role is hybrid, which means you will work some days at our corporate office in Richfield, Minnesota, and some days virtually from home or another non-Best Buy location. The specific work arrangements vary by role and team. The recruiter or hiring manager will provide more details during the hiring process.

What you'll do

• Lead creative direction for all in-store graphics, signage, and branded storytelling zones.
• Manage and mentor a team of designers and production artists to deliver high-impact visual solutions.
• Collaborate across design, marketing, architecture, and merchandising to ensure cohesive store experiences.
• Translate brand guidelines into scalable visual systems for diverse store formats.
• Oversee vendor partnerships and ensure quality execution of seasonal and promotional programs.
• Stay ahead of design trends, materials, and technologies to keep our stores fresh and engaging.

Basic qualifications

• 5 or more years of design experience with a strong portfolio in environmental graphics and branding.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with tools like AutoCAD or SketchUp.
• Proven leadership in managing creative teams and cross-functional collaboration.
• Deep understanding of typography, color theory, and spatial storytelling.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in retail, hospitality, or large-scale branded environments.
• Bachelor's degree with Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Environmental Design, or a related field
• Experience with working with store designers and architects
• Working knowledge of ADA signage and accessibility standards

What's in it for you

We're committed to helping our people thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support as you need it, especially key moments in your life.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive pay
• Generous employee discount
• Physical and mental well-being support

About us

As part of the Best Buy team, you'll help us fulfill our purpose to enrich lives through technology. We bring that to life every day by humanizing and personalizing tech solutions for every stage of life - in our stores, online and in customers' homes.

Our culture is built on deeply supporting and valuing our amazing employees who make it all possible. We're committed to being a great place to work, where you can unlock unique career possibilities. Above all, we aim to provide a place where you can bring your full, authentic self to work now and into the future. Tomorrow works here.

Best Buy is an equal opportunity employer

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Location Number 900010 Corporate 1 MN

Address 7601 Penn Avenue South$80274 - $143208 /yr

Pay Range $80274 - $143208 /yr