Senior Graphic Designer
UNIQLO · Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
- On site
- Full-time
- €45,000 / year
- Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Job highlights
- Lead in-store visual communication design for Spain.
- Adapt global guidelines to local market needs.
- Manage end-to-end design projects and suppliers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on campaigns.
- Enhance customer experience and drive commercial impact.
About the role
About UNIQLO
UNIQLO is a leading brand of the Fast Retailing Group, one of the largest apparel retailers in the world. UNIQLO respects the individuality and lifestyle of all customers and takes pride in creating high quality, long-lasting, innovative clothing at an affordable price.Job Overview
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Graphic Designer to sit within the local market team, based in our Barcelona office. You will be reporting into the Graphic Designer Country Manager, working closely with internal departments and external suppliers at a local level. This is an opportunity for someone with extensive graphic design experience in a fast‑paced retail environment to support UNIQLO Spain’s continued growth.Responsibilities
As Senior Graphic Designer, you will work closely with the Graphic Design, Visual Merchandising and cross‑functional teams to deliver engaging in‑store visual communication across all Spain stores. You will take full ownership of end‑to‑end design for campaigns and ad‑hoc projects, adapt global and European guidelines to local needs, support new store openings, and ensure high‑quality, consistent execution that enhances the customer experience and drives commercial impact.- Lead end‑to‑end graphic design for in‑store visual communication across all Spain stores
- Partner closely with Visual Merchandising, Marketing/PR, Store Operations and EC on key campaigns
- Adapt and localise global and European VM guidelines to meet local business needs
- Deliver high‑quality renders, print files, POS and ad‑hoc display solutions
- Ensure consistent execution of visual standards across stores, including new openings
- Identify VM and in‑store marketing challenges and propose effective, commercial solutions
- Manage timelines, budgets and suppliers to ensure on‑time, high‑quality delivery
- Act as a key point of contact for stores, anticipating needs and driving continuous improvement
Skills, Experience and Attributes
- Native Catalan and Spanish, with working proficiency in English
- 4+ years’ professional graphic design experience, ideally within fashion or retail
- Strong experience working cross‑functionally in fast‑paced, commercial environments
- Confident stakeholder management and influencing skills at all levels
- Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects)
- Experience with 3D design/modelling (e.g. SketchUp); video/animation a plus
- Confident Mac user with strong Microsoft Office, OneDrive and Teams skills
- Experience managing budgets, quotations and suppliers (Coupa or similar beneficial)
What we offer
- A great office location in the heart of Barcelona, with two days working from home each week
- A flexible schedule, with responsibility for managing your own time
- Competitive salary and social benefits, including lunch vouchers
- Online language classes
- 30% staff discount across all Fast Retailing brands
Please apply with your CV in English to ensure our talent team can review your application. Alongside a portfolio of your previous works.
Commitment to Inclusion and Data Protection
UNIQLO is an inclusive employer, and welcomes applications from all backgrounds regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or other characteristics.We are dedicated to safeguarding your privacy and personal information; please refer to our privacy policy for details on our recruitment process.
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Key skills/competency
- Graphic Design
- Visual Communication
- Retail Design
- Campaign Management
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Stakeholder Management
- Project Management
- Budget Management
- Supplier Management
- Visual Merchandising
Skills & topics
- Senior Graphic Designer
- Graphic Design
- Visual Merchandising
- Retail Design
- Fashion Marketing
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Campaign Management
- Spain
- Barcelona
- UNIQLO
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 4+ years of graphic design experience in fast-paced retail or fashion. Emphasize cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
- Showcase your portfolio: Include a strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end campaign design, in-store visuals, and adaptation of global guidelines.
- Master the Adobe Suite: Ensure advanced proficiency in InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Mention any experience with After Effects or 3D design tools.
- Language skills matter: Clearly state your native Catalan and Spanish, plus working English proficiency.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss managing timelines, budgets, suppliers, and driving commercial impact through design.
Technical preparation
Master Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).,Develop skills in After Effects for motion graphics.,Gain experience with 3D design tools like SketchUp.,Practice adapting designs to specific brand guidelines.
Behavioral questions
How do you manage competing design project deadlines?,Describe a time you influenced stakeholders with design.,How do you ensure brand consistency across locations?,How do you approach problem-solving in design challenges?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Senior Graphic Designer role at UNIQLO Spain?
- The Senior Graphic Designer role at UNIQLO Spain offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the office located in Barcelona. You will have the opportunity to work from home two days per week, balancing in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Senior Graphic Designer at UNIQLO?
- The Senior Graphic Designer is responsible for leading end-to-end graphic design for in-store visual communication across all UNIQLO Spain stores. This includes adapting global and European guidelines to local needs, managing campaigns, supporting new store openings, and ensuring consistent, high-quality execution to enhance customer experience and drive commercial impact.
- What specific software skills are required for the Senior Graphic Designer position?
- Advanced skills in the Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, are essential. Experience with After Effects for video/animation and 3D design/modelling software like SketchUp is also a plus.
- Does UNIQLO require specific language skills for the Senior Graphic Designer role in Barcelona?
- Yes, UNIQLO requires native Catalan and Spanish language skills for the Senior Graphic Designer role. Working proficiency in English is also necessary for effective communication within the international team.
- What type of experience is most valuable for this Senior Graphic Designer position?
- The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of professional graphic design experience, preferably within the fashion or retail industry. Experience working in fast-paced, commercial environments and collaborating cross-functionally is highly valued.
- How does UNIQLO ensure a positive candidate experience during the recruitment process?
- UNIQLO is committed to an inclusive and secure recruitment process. They emphasize data protection and advise candidates to apply only through official channels, such as their careers page on Workday, to ensure their applications are handled securely and confidentially.
- What benefits does UNIQLO offer to its employees, particularly the Senior Graphic Designer?
- UNIQLO offers competitive salaries and social benefits, including lunch vouchers and online language classes. Employees also receive a 30% discount across all Fast Retailing brands, alongside a flexible schedule and a great office location in Barcelona.