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Visual Merchandiser
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A Merchandiser assists with marketing or promoting merchandise in a retail store. Advises on trends and styles; designs and creates merchandise displays in a store, to generate or improve customer sales. Works with sales associates, merchandise managers and product vendors. Monitors customer preferences and sales data.
$37,587 / year median in New York
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Visual Merchandiser at Altar'd State Visual Merchandiser at Altar'd State in New Hyde Park, New York Posted in about 23 hours ago.
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full-time Company Description Altar'd State is a rapidly growing fashion and lifestyle brand rooted in community and a strong commitment to giving back. The company focuses on creating welcoming experiences through warm associates and thoughtfully curated products in-store and online. Built on the principles of making a positive difference, Altar'd State partners with thousands of nonprofits that provide essential resources, education, and care to individuals in need. Team members are encouraged to use their talents to help create a meaningful and beautiful environment for guests and communities alike. Working at Altar'd State offers the opportunity to contribute to both business success and social impact. Role Description The Visual Merchandiser is a full-time, on-site role based in Garden City, NY, responsible for bringing the brand's aesthetic and storytelling to life in the store. This role designs and installs window displays, floor sets, and product presentations that reflect current trends and seasonal campaigns while supporting sales objectives. Day-to-day responsibilities include styling mannequins, arranging merchandise to highlight key collections, maintaining visual standards, and ensuring signage and fixtures are accurate and appealing. The Visual Merchandiser collaborates with store leadership and associates to execute company guidelines, adapt layouts based on performance, and create an engaging, guest-focused environment. This position also supports daily store operations and may assist with customer interactions to ensure the visual experience aligns with brand values. Qualifications Candidates should possess strong Retail and Sales experience, with an understanding of how visual presentation influences store performance. Candidates should possess effective Communication and Customer Service skills to collaborate with team members and create a welcoming guest experience. Candidates should possess the ability to design and execute Window Displays, mannequins, and in-store visual presentations aligned with brand guidelines. Candidates should possess attention to detail, creativity, and an eye for fashion, color, and styling. Candidates should possess the ability to work on-site, stand for extended periods, and perform light physical tasks such as lifting and moving fixtures and merchandise. Experience in fashion retail visual merchandising or a related field is preferred; education in visual merchandising, design, or fashion is a plus. Candidates should possess strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines during floor set changes or seasonal transitions.