Visual Merchandiser
Job Description
Visual merchandisers develop floor plans and three-dimensional presentations of goods and services in order to maximise sales. These include window areas, interior point-of-sale displays and special promotions. They also promote services such as travel and particular events such as 'home shows'.
Duties and Tasks
Visual merchandisers may perform the following tasks:
- communicate with managers of department stores to work out the floor layout and display points, as well as how and what items are to be displayed
- design window or internal displays based on a theme, style or trend of advertising
- obtain props and accessories for constructing displays
- make and paint props and signs
- dress mannequins and use appropriate lighting to display merchandise for the best presentation possible
- arrange ticketing and signage
- take down displays after promotion
Personal Requirements
- enjoy creative and artistic activities
- creative and artistic aptitude
- good hand-eye coordination
- good colour sense
- good drawing and design abilities