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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Visual Merchandising Assistant to support our visual merchandising team. You will be responsible for creating attractive visual displays, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of window displays, walkways, counters, and in-store displays to attract customers and promote sales. You will also be involved in regular store maintenance, stock replenishment, and handling of merchandise. The ideal candidate should have a flair for design and color coordination, along with a good understanding of the current trends in retail. You should also be able to work under pressure and make quick decisions.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Assist in designing and implementing window and in-store displays
- Maintain store layout and product placement
- Coordinate with the marketing and sales department to create cohesive designs
- Monitor costs and work within budget
- Oversee the production and brief staff on arranging displays
- Change displays to promote new product launches and reflect festive or seasonal themes
- Liaise with suppliers and source elements
- Research lifestyle and design trends and make suggestions for visual merchandising activities
- Prepare for and support the team during in-store events
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven work experience as a Visual Merchandising Assistant or similar role
- Proficiency in design software
- Solid experience in field visual merchandising, including window displays, signs, interior displays and space utilisation
- Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, or other visual design tools
- Knowledge of current visual merchandising trends and best practices
- Proficient in MS Office
- Creativity and innovative thinking
- Ability to analyze sales merchandising reports and survey results
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A degree in visual merchandising, fashion merchandising, exhibition design, visual communications or similar
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is your experience with design software?
- Can you describe a time when your visual display positively impacted sales?
- How do you stay updated on the current visual merchandising trends?
- Describe a time when you had to work under tight deadlines.
- How would you handle a situation where your design ideas were not approved?