Position Description: This position description provides the minimum job requirements as additional duties may be assigned by supervisors. The requirements listed are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to qualify for the position. This job description is not a contract and does not change the employment "at will" relationship. FTD reserves its right to amend the job description at any time at its discretion.

Purpose of Position: The Assistant Floral Designer will assist and support the development of quarterly, seasonal and core floral design assortments that are on trend, differentiated, and brand correct.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understand the product development timeline and follow a schedule to meet all deliverables
• Have a strong understanding and an ability to design floral arrangements
• Be organized in following the development requirements and deliverables
• Understand and be mindful of floral and hard good trends in the marketplace
• Follow the competitive landscape for new and seasonal floral design changes
• Design camera-ready floral arrangements in the photo studio
• Have the ability to design unique and innovative floral designs
• Assist in the design of products that range from high velocity to unique high end design pieces
• Order floral product for photo shoots in time for optimum presentation

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 3-5 years in the floral design industry
• Bachelor's degree in related field
• Be able to handle the physical demands of standing for long periods of time
• The ability to lift up to 25 lbs., as it relates to floral products and floral processing
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office -Word, Excel, Photo Shop and PowerPoint
• Prior floral design experience and a strong knowledge of floral varieties, as well as seasonal availabilities
• Design expertise and floral certifications are a plus
• Strong color and design skills
• An ability to multitask
• Take direction and follow a project through all stages of development
• Ability to work in a fast paced, highly collaborative environment
• Capable of working well with all cross-functional team members
• Great organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills