Merchandise Displayers & Window Trimmers
Display Associate, Merchandiser, Visual Merchandiser (VM), Visual Merchandising Specialist
What they do:
Plan and erect commercial displays, such as those in windows and interiors of retail stores and at trade exhibitions.
On the job, you would:
- Plan commercial displays to entice and appeal to customers.
- Arrange properties, furniture, merchandise, backdrops, or other accessories, as shown in prepared sketches.
- Change or rotate window displays, interior display areas, or signage to reflect changes in inventory or promotion.
Knowledge
Business
- customer service
- sales and marketing
Arts and Humanities
- English language
Skills
Basic Skills
- listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
- talking to others
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Abilities
Verbal
- communicate by speaking
- listen and understand what people say
Hand and Finger Use
- hold or move items with your hands
- put together small parts with your fingers
Ideas and Logic
- come up with lots of ideas
- create new and original ideas
Endurance
- exercise for a long time without getting out of breath
Personality
People interested in this work like activities that include creating, designing, and making your own rules.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Attention to Detail
- Cooperation
- Dependability
- Integrity
- Innovation
- Adaptability/Flexibility
Technology
You might use software like this on the job:
Graphics or photo imaging software
- Adobe Systems Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Trimble SketchUp Pro
Word processing software
- Google Docs
- Microsoft Word
Electronic mail software
- Email software
- Microsoft Outlook
Education
Education: (rated 3 of 5)
high school diploma/GED or
some college
usually needed
some college
usually needed
Job Outlook
Average
New job opportunities are likely in the future.
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