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Visual Merchandising Designer Jobs in California

Gap, Inc.

Assistant Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Responsibilities include assisting in designing the product line, preparing sketches, and assisting ... Visual Merchandising and Marketing to ensure product concept to store and site execution is a ...

Gap, Inc.

Assistant Designer, Recover

San Francisco, CA · On-site

As the assistant designer for Recover you'll focus on fleece, lounge, and any product made for slow ... Visual Merchandising and Marketing to ensure product concept to store and site execution is a ...

Crate & Barrel Holdings

Designer

Malibu, CA · On-site

The Designer, Malibu CB2 drives sales, maximizes productivity and profitability through ... Demonstrate company standards in selling, customer service, visual merchandising and teamwork.

Crateandbarrel

Designer

Malibu, CA

The Designer, Malibu CB2 drives sales, maximizes productivity and profitability through ... Demonstrate company standards in selling, customer service, visual merchandising and teamwork.

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for visual merchandising designer in California is $46.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.94 and $57.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A typical day for a Visual Merchandising Designer involves collaborating with store managers and marketing teams to plan and execute display concepts that enhance the in-store experience. You might spend time sketching design ideas, using design software to create mock-ups, selecting materials, and overseeing installation to ensure visual displays meet brand standards. Regular on-site visits to stores and adapting layouts based on inventory or promotional changes are also common. This hands-on, dynamic role blends creative design work with practical implementation in a fast-paced retail environment, often requiring flexibility and problem-solving skills.

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To thrive as a Visual Merchandising Designer, you need strong design principles, an understanding of retail environments, and a background in visual arts or a related field. Proficiency with design software like Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with 3D modeling tools or planogram software are often required. Creativity, keen attention to detail, and strong collaboration skills help designers bring innovative concepts to life while working with marketing and retail teams. These skills ensure attractive, effective displays that drive customer engagement and sales in competitive retail settings.

What is a visual merchandising designer?

A Visual Merchandising Designer is responsible for creating visually appealing store layouts, window displays, and product presentations to enhance the customer experience and drive sales. They use design principles, branding guidelines, and consumer psychology to optimize product placement and create engaging in-store experiences. Their role often involves collaborating with marketing, sales, and store teams to ensure consistency and effectiveness. Additionally, they stay updated on industry trends to innovate displays and keep shopping environments fresh and engaging.

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Assistant Store Manager - Visual, Full Time, Ontario - Pottery Barn Outlet

Williams-Sonoma

Ontario, CA • On-site

$25 - $29/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Williams-Sonoma rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 93 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


About the Role
A Visual Merchandising team member contributes to the marketing and sales efforts of a retail location and catalog by designing, developing and taking charge of the visual look of the store and its merchandise. As a member of the in-store merchandising team, you will be executing merchandising strategies by creating and maintaining visual displays in the store windows and on the sales floor. You will also contribute to the future vision of the store and catalog by participating in many set ups to influence the look of the new seasons to come.
Your key responsibilities as a visual merchandising associate will include visual display, decorating, propping, creation of directives and merchandising training. Come up with creative solutions for decoration and display. Will also influence marketing and packaging. Assist in the production of the visual presentation booklet, photo booklets, perimeters, weekly memos and in-store set-ups.
You're excited about this opportunity because you will...
  • Manage the development of the store product presentation floorplans.
  • Assist in Visual Packet illustrations and production.
  • Manage all weekly presentation updates and emails to the field.
  • Manage the in-store set-up and the production of the memo and/or photo booklet for all drawbridge and header presentations.
  • Manage the production of product lists for the perimeter bays and coordinate merchandise lists with the Planning Department.

  • Assist in the conceptual meetings and implementation of the window presentation.
  • Assist in merchandising Special Events, Manager's Conference and Product Development's conceptual meeting room.
  • Assist in the mock store presentation for the Store, Catalog and Product Development set ups.

Why you will love working at Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
  • We're a successful, fast-growing company with an entrepreneurial vibe
  • A technologically and data-driven business
  • Competitive salaries and comprehensive health benefits
  • We're at the forefront of tech and retail, redefining technology for the next generation
  • We're passionate about our internal and external clients and live/breathe the client experience

  • We get to be creative daily
  • A smart, experienced leadership team that wants to do it right and is open to new ideas
  • We believe in autonomy and reward taking initiative
  • We have fun!

We're excited about you because...
  • Previous project management experience in a deadline driven environment.
  • 2 - 4 years experience in visual merchandising with multi-store responsibility.
  • Ability to work with tools (drills, hammers, etc.)
  • Ability to move furniture for the set ups.

  • Excellent communication skills (written/verbal).
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Proficient on a Mac.
  • Proficient in Photoshop and InDesign.

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
  • Ability to type on a keyboard and operate a PC
  • Ability to converse over a telephone

  • Ability to work in office and perform in corporate environment

Benefits:
This role offers a competitive compensation package including pay and benefits. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, geographic location etc. The anticipated pay range for this role will be: $25.00-$29.00 per hour.
Once you are here, you can look forward to a wide variety of benefits designed to help you grow, personally and professionally, to keep you healthy, to prepare you for the unexpected, to care for your family and to build a secure future. Depending on your position and your location, here's a look at what you might be eligible for:
  • A generous discount on all Williams Sonoma Inc. brands through multiple shopping channels
  • A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities

  • Paid vacations, holidays and other time-off programs
  • Health benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care tax-free spending accounts; medical, family and bereavement leave; same-sex domestic partner benefits; short- and long-term disability programs; life and travel insurance; an employee assistance program
  • Tax-free commuter benefits
  • A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
  • In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University

  • Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.
About Us
Our Company
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.

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