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smartdept. inc.

Retail Display Designer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$21.25 - $25.75/hr

A packaging and gift company with manufacturing partners worldwide is looking for a Retail Display Designer. Looking for someone who enjoys developing ideas, exploring materials, and solving problems ...

Lagos LLC

Visual Display Designer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Adapt display designs for various retail formats, window sizes, and regional needs while maintaining visual consistency * Prepare and distribute clear production specifications, install guides, and ...

Cesna Group

Sr. Packaging Designer

Port Washington, NY · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

The Senior Packaging Designer will play a key role in elevating Dashing Diva's brand presence through innovative, trend-forward packaging and retail display design. This role * partners closely with ...

Allied Printing

Structural Designer

Manchester, CT · On-site

This is an opportunity to work on impactful retail packaging, dimensional print marketing, and point-of-purchase display programs for nationally recognized brands.Position: Structural Designer Bring ...

Ace Designs

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Woodworker Display Manufacturing

Burlington, NJ · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

At Ace Designs, we love what we do! For over 35 years, we have been in the retail display business where we have established an outstanding reputation for quality and service. Our clients range from ...

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How much do contract retail display designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract retail display designer in the United States is $23.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Retail Display Designer vs Retail Display Designer?

AspectContract Retail Display DesignerRetail Display Designer
Employment TypeProject-based, freelance or temporaryFull-time or permanent
Work EnvironmentMultiple clients, varied locationsIn-house or agency setting
CredentialsPortfolio, design skills, industry experiencePortfolio, design skills, industry experience
Industry UsageCommon in retail, marketing, and advertising

The main difference is that a Contract Retail Display Designer works on a project basis for various clients, offering flexibility and diverse experience. In contrast, a Retail Display Designer typically holds a permanent position within a company or agency, focusing on ongoing retail display projects. Both roles require strong design skills and industry knowledge, but their employment arrangements and work environments differ.

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Infographic showing various Contract Retail Display Designer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,320 per year, or $23.7 per hour.
Retail Display Designer

Retail Display Designer

smartdept. inc.

Chicago, IL • On-site

$21.25 - $25.75/hr

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Posted 4 days ago

Job description

A packaging and gift company with manufacturing partners worldwide is looking for a Retail Display Designer. Looking for someone who enjoys developing ideas, exploring materials, and solving problems, then carrying those concepts into real, buildable designs. Jewelry experience is a strong plus but not required.
Responsibilities:
  • Develop concepts for jewelry displays and retail environments
  • Create sketches, renderings, and client-facing presentation visuals (2D and 3D, Revit or Rhino)
  • Transition concepts into technical design and production-ready drawings
  • Explore materials, finishes, and construction approaches
  • Support custom client opportunities
  • Collaborate with leadership on the future direction of the display business

Requirements:
  • Background in Industrial Design, Product Design, Retail Design, or related field
  • Strong conceptual thinking and visual communication skills
  • Experience with retail displays, fixtures, branded environments, packaging, or adjacent categories
  • Proficiency in 3D design and rendering software (Revit, Rhino, or similar)
  • Able to work independently and manage time
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About smartdept.

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smartdept. is a nationwide creative, digital, and marketing talent resource. We provide companies with freelance, contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire candidates for on-site, remote, and hybrid opportunities. Our ability to service customers of all sizes, while still taking a boutique approach to service, allows us the best chance to cultivate the successful relationships we value. Our detailed matching process lets us really get to know everything about our talent – their short- and long-term goals, strengths and weaknesses, favorite playlist, go-to social media influencer, you name it. So when you present us with your criteria, we can provide the most ideal candidate, not just the most available one.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

2001

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