Store Visual Associate - Full Time

Job Summary
Implement visual merchandising presentation standards and guidelines at store level that are consistent with company standards and directives. Includes all seasonal strategy, monthly directives, fixture usage, placement and standards, dressing of mannequins, forms, signing, accent lighting, and all related activities.
Job Functions

• Assist Visual Merchandising Manager in directing the communication, implementation, and follow-up of visual tasks (sales events, visual set-ups, shop installations, promotions, special events) with Store Manager/Assistant Store Manager/Sales Team Managers and Sales Associates within the store to ensure visual efforts are maintained and complement the merchandising efforts.

• Plan, install, and maintain visual setups, shop installations, promotional events, and monthly directives to complement architecture and department layout of the store.

• Participate in daily/weekly walk-through with Visual Merchandising Manager and Store Manager to review any visual issues that need to be addressed.

• Maintain visual merchandising storage area and room to prevent damage or destruction of existing visual collateral or tools.

• Choose merchandise and accessories to be presented on mannequins and bust forms throughout the store to complement corporate fashion trends.

• Press, steam, and remove tags to prepare merchandise for installation on mannequins and bust forms.

• Dress mannequins and forms using specified corporate guidelines on a regular schedule according to monthly directives or as merchandise availability dictates.

• Responsible for the installation of all seasonal trim based on corporate visual directives.

• Order and install vendor lettering, graphics, and plaques by demand center as needed or prescribed in the monthly and or quarterly directives.

• Adjust and target all accent lighting to complement mannequins, table forms, feature walls, end walls, and fixturing along main aisles.

• Inspect/check all incoming receipts and transfers of visual merchandising items, fixtures, collateral, and supplies.

• Perform daily visual maintenance of all areas. Work with Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager/Sales Team Managers, and Sales Associates to ensure daily standards are executed and maintained.

• Assist in special events and in-store promotions as directed.

• Complete additional tasks as assigned by management.

Education / Experience Requirements:
Please select from below the expected Contribution Level for this role
Position Contribution Level :
Entry Level
Minimum Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma

• Ability to adhere to all policy and procedure manuals

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent years of experience

• Specific Degree: BS Degree in Fashion Merchandising, Architecture, Interior Design or Art Related Field

• Specific Training: In Store Visual Merchandising

Knowledge / Skills Requirements:
EX: Proficient in Excel and Access; able to type "X" words a minute; understanding of retail store operations
Knowledge & Skills

• Basic knowledge of tools and measuring devices

Physical Requirements:
Describe any physical requirements of job. EX: ability to stand for majority of work day; ability to communicate clearly in English; ability to lift up to 50 lbs. above shoulder level, etc.
Physical

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights

• Ability to lift and carrying props

• Ability to assemble displays and hang signage at elevated heights

• Ability to operate a computer

• Ability to work unsupervised

• Ability to stand for long periods of time

Reporting Relationships:
Enter the Position Title of the supervisor and the Position Title(s) of those supervised (enter "Direct Reports" if multiple roles / enter "N/A" if no direct reports)
Supervisor
Visual Merchandising Manager
Supervises
N/A
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