Visual Design Skills
Visual Merchandisers must be able to apply the knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of the blueprints, drawings, and models etc.
Visual Merchandisers
Descriptions & Duties
- Visual Merchandisers supervise and design visual merchandise in shop window, showcase and display inside store. They plan and implement merchandise display in store.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Trade Specific Competencies
Knowledge of Current Visual merchandising Trends
Visual Merchandisers must be able to promote their client's products, brand and image by creating an eye-catching display using visual and graphic elements.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- Higher Diploma or equivalent
Experience
3 to 6 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $15,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $50,000-$80,000
Work Environment
- Visual Merchandisers could be based in design studios, at company head offices or design department or in retail store. Designing and arranging displays can involve standing, lifting, carrying and using ladders.
Tools
- Ladder
