Job description
** Freelance Visual Merchandiser **
** Location: ** Atlanta, GA ** Position Type: ** Freelance / Contract ** Industry: ** Gift, Accessory & Specialty Retail ** Experience Level: ** Senior (7+ years)
** About the Role **
We are seeking an experienced, creative, and highly independent ** Freelance Visual Merchandiser ** with deep expertise in the gift and accessory merchandising space. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who can take ownership of execution at tradeshows, drive engagement through compelling presentation, and elevate brand experience. Local candidates only - on-site presence and brand familiarity are essential.
** Upcoming Project Dates: **
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May 4 – May 8
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May 18 – June 7
Role will include occasional weekend work.
** Key Responsibilities **
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** Design & Execution **
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Implement visually compelling displays (product groupings, seasonal themes) which reflect brand identity and maximize sales.
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Utilize lighting, props, signage, fixtures, and layout strategies to enhance the customer experience and guide purchasing behavior.
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Maintain visual standards consistently across installations.
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** Strategic Merchandising **
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Execute merchandising aligned with seasonal campaigns and business goals.
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Stay current with retail design trends and consumer preferences in gifts, accessories and lifestyle merchandising.
** Required Qualifications **
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** 10–15+ years ** of proven visual merchandising experience, ideally within the gift, accessory, lifestyle, or specialty retail sectors.
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Strong independent thinker capable of owning execution with minimal oversight.
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Exceptional aesthetic sensibility, attention to detail, and an advanced understanding of display principles and consumer psychology.
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Excellent communication and collaboration.
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Comfortable working on-site during pre-show set-updates; ability to lift at least 50lbs / move display components and process inventory when necessary.
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Has the knowledge in using power tools, hand tools, and comfortable with using ladders.
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Extended standing, physical aspects of the job (heavy lifting at time)
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Portfolio demonstrating past work in visual merchandising, especially within gift/accessory displays preferred.
** What We’re Looking For **
We want someone who:
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Thinks creatively and strategically in a fast-paced environment
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Makes decisions with confidence.
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Delivers polished, brand-elevating visuals.
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Has a deep passion for visual storytelling and an eye for compelling wholesale/tradeshow presentations.
Hourly
$35 - $40 USD