Freelance Visual Merchandiser
Job Title: Freelance Visual Merchandiser
Company Description
CX Story is a visual experience creative agency specializing in physical storytelling, digital amplification, and innovative team consultancy.
At CX Story, we are uniquely positioned to provide 360-degree consultancy support to in-house creative teams, including headcount support, culture creation, strategic planning, visual design, communications, and training.
Location:
Candidates must reside in or be willing to travel to the following locations:
- New York
- Boston
- Chicago
- Denver
- Los Angeles
- Miami
Pay Range: $45–$50 per hour
Contract Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and talented Freelance Visual Merchandiser to collaborate on upcoming projects in key metropolitan areas. This is a contract position with flexibility, ideal for a self-motivated professional with a diverse background in visual merchandising. While experience in the action sports sector is a plus, we value strong, adaptable VM expertise in leading impactful retail presentations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Interpret Guidelines: Analyze and execute visual merchandising directives, ensuring they are effectively adapted to local store needs while maintaining brand consistency.
- Autonomous Decision-Making: Make independent, creative choices that elevate in-store displays, solve challenges, and align with overarching brand strategies.
- Leadership in Collaboration: Build and nurture strong inter-business relationships with internal teams, vendors, and store managers to align on goals and expectations.
- Portfolio-Driven Execution: Utilize your proven VM experience to implement strategies that drive customer engagement and sales.
- Travel: Willingness to travel as needed, depending on your home location, to meet the demands of the role and assigned locations.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Minimum of 3+ years in a Visual Merchandising Lead or Manager role.
- Reliability: Consistently deliver high-quality work on time, demonstrating commitment and accountability.
- Portfolio: A comprehensive portfolio showcasing your prior work and success in visual merchandising is required.
- Industry Expertise: Action sports sector experience is a bonus but not mandatory.
- Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication abilities to engage with various stakeholders.