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Associate Visual Print Manager

Dublin, CA · On-site +1

$48K - $74K/yr

Partnering with Visual Merchandising, Marketing, Graphic Design, Store Design, Procurement, field ... you can enjoy a head start to the weekend. • Holiday Early Departure | close out early the ...

H&M

Visual Keyholder- Tanger Hilton Head

Bluffton, SC

$13 - $16.25/hr

Seek Visual Merchandiser potential for succession Communication and Legal Requirements * Ensure that all communication in the windows and sales floor complies with local legislation Back of House ...

Gap, Inc.

Visual Market Manager - Chicago

Oak Brook, IL · On-site +1

... merchandising presentation and Brand initiatives. * Communicate with supervisor, Head of Stores ... Field Visual Team to share creative ideas and best practices globally. * Manage and ensure ...

Gap, Inc.

Head of Stores, Athleta

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$330K - $370K/yr

Reporting directly to the Athleta Brand President & CEO, the Head of Stores is a key member of the Athleta Leadership Team and oversees Field Leadership, Store Operations, and Visual Merchandising.

Athleta

Head of Stores, Athleta

San Francisco, CA

$330K - $370K/yr

Reporting directly to the Athleta Brand President & CEO, the Head of Stores is a key member of the Athleta Leadership Team and oversees Field Leadership, Store Operations, and Visual Merchandising.

Athleta

Visual Market Manager - Chicago

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$73K - $104K/yr

... merchandising presentation and Brand initiatives. * Communicate with supervisor, Head of Stores ... Field Visual Team to share creative ideas and best practices globally. * Manage and ensure ...

Athleta

Visual Market Manager - Chicago

Bloomington, MN

$73K - $104K/yr

... merchandising presentation and Brand initiatives. * Communicate with supervisor, Head of Stores ... Field Visual Team to share creative ideas and best practices globally. * Manage and ensure ...

Gap, Inc.

Head of Creative, Athleta

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$320K - $350K/yr

About the Role The Head of Creative for Athleta leads the brand's visual identity and storytelling ... Partner with Brand Marketing, Product, and Visual Merchandising to ensure creative direction ...

Athleta

Head of Creative, Athleta

Manhattan, NY

$320K - $350K/yr

About the Role The Head of Creative for Athleta leads the brand's visual identity and storytelling ... Partner with Brand Marketing, Product, and Visual Merchandising to ensure creative direction ...

Athleta

Head of Creative, Athleta

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$320K - $350K/yr

About the Role The Head of Creative for Athleta leads the brand's visual identity and storytelling ... Partner with Brand Marketing, Product, and Visual Merchandising to ensure creative direction ...

Cavender's

Head Cashier - Store

Huntsville, AL

$14 - $17.75/hr

Head Cashiers will support our management staff with miscellaneous tasks like stocking, visual ... Help stock merchandise and straighten store as needed * Suggest possible add-on purchases to the ...

Gap, Inc.

Head of Merchandising, Athleta

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$330K - $420K/yr

Reporting directly to the Athleta Brand President & CEO, the Head of Merchandising is a key member of the Athleta Leadership Team and oversees assortment strategy, category management, and visual ...

Cavender's

Head Cashier - Store

Plano, TX

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

Head Cashiers will support our management staff with miscellaneous tasks like stocking, visual ... Help stock merchandise and straighten store as needed * Suggest possible add-on purchases to the ...

Cavender's

Head Cashier - Store

Jenks, OK

$12 - $15.50/hr

Head Cashiers will support our management staff with miscellaneous tasks like stocking, visual ... Help stock merchandise and straighten store as needed * Suggest possible add-on purchases to the ...

Cavender's

Head Cashier - Store

Mckinney, TX

$13 - $16.75/hr

Head Cashiers will support our management staff with miscellaneous tasks like stocking, visual ... Help stock merchandise and straighten store as needed * Suggest possible add-on purchases to the ...

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Head Cashier - Store

San Angelo, TX

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

Head Cashiers will support our management staff with miscellaneous tasks like stocking, visual ... Help stock merchandise and straighten store as needed * Suggest possible add-on purchases to the ...

Cavender's

Head Cashier - Store

Houston, TX

$13.25 - $17.25/hr

Head Cashiers will support our management staff with miscellaneous tasks like stocking, visual ... Help stock merchandise and straighten store as needed * Suggest possible add-on purchases to the ...

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How much do head visual merchandiser jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for head visual merchandiser in the United States is $21.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Head Visual Merchandiser, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Head Visual Merchandiser, you need a strong background in design principles, visual merchandising strategies, and retail sales, typically supported by a degree in visual merchandising, design, or a related field. Expertise in design software like Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with retail management systems are commonly required. Leadership, creativity, and strong communication skills help you inspire teams and collaborate with stakeholders. These skills ensure that store layouts and displays drive customer engagement and sales while maintaining brand consistency.

How does the Head Visual Merchandiser collaborate with other departments to ensure cohesive brand presentation across all store locations?

The Head Visual Merchandiser works closely with buying, marketing, and store operations teams to ensure that visual displays align with current promotions, seasonal trends, and the brand’s overall identity. Regular communication with regional managers and store staff is essential to maintain consistency across locations. This role often involves developing detailed visual guidelines, conducting training sessions, and providing feedback to teams to ensure high standards are met company-wide. Collaboration ensures that visual merchandising supports sales goals and enhances the customer experience.

What does a Head Visual Merchandiser do?

A Head Visual Merchandiser is responsible for creating and implementing the visual strategies that enhance the appearance of a store or brand, ultimately driving sales and improving the customer experience. They lead a team to design in-store displays, window installations, and layout plans that align with brand guidelines. This role also involves analyzing sales data, collaborating with marketing and store management, and staying updated with the latest trends to ensure displays are both visually appealing and commercially effective.

What is the difference between Head Visual Merchandiser vs Visual Merchandiser?

AspectHead Visual MerchandiserVisual Merchandiser
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire visual merchandising strategy, manages teams, plans store layoutsExecutes visual displays, sets up product arrangements based on guidelines
Required SkillsLeadership, strategic planning, advanced design skillsCreativity, attention to detail, technical display skills
Work EnvironmentHeadquarters, multiple store locations, management levelRetail stores, sales floors, display areas
CertificationsOften requires experience in visual design or retail managementDesign or retail experience, sometimes visual merchandising certifications

The Head Visual Merchandiser leads the overall visual strategy and manages teams, while the Visual Merchandiser focuses on creating and setting up displays. The head role involves strategic planning and leadership, whereas the visual merchandiser executes specific display tasks within retail environments.

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VP, Store Design & Visual Merchandising

VP, Store Design & Visual Merchandising

Westman Atelier

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

About Westman Atelier
A new standard of clean luxury. Founded by world-renowned editorial makeup artist Gucci Westman, Westman Atelier is a curated edit of skin-loving, performance-first makeup that is always effortless, never overdone. A mother, makeup artist, and champion of holistic living, Gucci believes passionately that 'luxury', 'efficacy' and 'clean' can be synonymous with exceptional makeup.
  • A skincare approach to high performance make-up formulated with clean ingredients and no-compromise integrity
  • Balancing perfect shades and buttery textures that melt into the skin with plant-based actives and cutting-edge science

About Our Founder
Gucci Westman has more than 20 years of professional experience as a major editorial makeup artist, contributing to publications like Vogue and Harper's Bazaar. Gucci is known for creating dewy, supernaturally glowy looks and her highly coveted "second-skin approach" to makeup, resulting in naturally beautiful, radiantly amplified skin.
Position Summary
Reporting to the CMO, the VP, Store Design & Visual Merchandising will focus on marrying commercial viability with desirability and brand presence. This highly collaborative, equal parts creative and operational role will lead concept end-to-end across several store and merchandising types to ensure a cohesive, high-touch, and saleable experience reflecting our brand ethos across every consumer touchpoint.
Responsibilities:
  • Evolve and document Westman Atelier's physical footprint in collaboration with relevant cross-functional partners, including Founder, CMO and Head of Sales, ensuring every touchpoint across installations marries shoppability with high-touch luxury aesthetic
  • Partner with regions to ensure global brand guidelines and quality standards are executed in a way that protects Westman Atelier's prestige positioning while allowing for local market nuances.
  • Partner closely with the Creative & Content teams to design immersive, cohesive consumer journeys that seamlessly translate online brand stories into tangible in-store experiences.
  • Design and develop fixtures and modular merchandising systems tailored to revenue objectives. Ensure all installations are optimized for up-selling, high-traffic engagement, increased conversion rates, and profitability.
  • Partner with Brand Marketing on high impact print and physical activations such as mailers, collateral, and IRL eventing
  • Conduct quarterly competitive analysis across VM types to ensure we stay ahead of the landscape
  • Curate and optimize a database of global suppliers and production partners. Focus on maintaining high-quality manufacturing while utilizing value-engineering to ensure scalability and cost-efficiency.
  • Manage overall budget and project forecasting. Partner with finance and sales teams on annual budget, reforecasts and to ensure design initiatives are aligned with P & L goals.
  • Lead and mentor a high-performing global team across store design, VM, and project management. Foster a culture of creativity, agility, flexibility, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Partner closely with product marketing and events and education to create a brand right toolkit for evergreen and tier a launches.
  • Partner closely with Sales to understand store-specific performance data and traffic patterns, adjusting VM and design strategies to maximize the productivity of every square foot.
  • Establish an agile design framework that allows the team to pivot quickly in response to shifting global retail landscapes, supply chain disruptions, or localized market opportunities.
  • Standardize the project management lifecycle for all installations, ensuring clear communication, streamlined workflows, and accountability across all global regional partners.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Store Design, Visual Merchandising or related creative field; Master's preferred.
  • 10-15 years of demonstrated work experience in the luxury/beauty industry
  • 5+ years of demonstrated work experience managing teams, building a culture of accountability
  • Proven experience managing design & VM operations across multiple global regions (US, EMEA, APAC)
  • Demonstrated success in building and scaling high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams. Ability to foster a culture of accountability, mentorship, and creative excellence.
  • Proven track record of managing multi-million dollar capex budgets, including vendor contract negotiation, value engineering and project forecasting
  • Demonstrated ability to partner with Sales and Finance teams to translate retail performance data into design strategies that drive conversion and traffic.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence C-suite leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Expert ability to direct and curate the brand's visual identity across 360-degree environments.
  • Deep understanding of architectural and regulatory standards
  • A visionary approach to integrating retail technology and sustainability into store design without compromising the luxury aesthetic.
  • Demonstrated experience with drafting and structural techniques, engineering, drawing, CAD/graphics, and reading of comprehensive shop drawings
  • Ability to lead multiple global projects across disciplines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to travel as required

Westman Atelier offers a holistic total compensation package designed to support employees in all aspects of life, including a robust suite of health benefits, wellness perks, 401k, and paid parental leave. The base salary for this position will range from $200,000-$220,000. Exact compensation may vary based on job related skills, experience, and location.

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