Visual Merchandiser

A Visual Merchandiser prepares displays of products in a retail environment. You might market new products, create seasonal displays or display merchandise used in special promotions. Visual Merchandisers may specialise in a particular area of retail such as fashion or beauty products and you may work for a large retail chain or smaller individual stores.

Visual Merchandisers should be creative and have strong attention to detail. You’ll need to be customer-focused and up to date with current retail trends. Visual Merchandisers must be able to work as part of a team and understand how customers think. It’s important you can adapt your skills to suit a range of retail needs.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $50,856
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a visual merchandiser?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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SIR30216

Certificate III in Retail
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$0 - $5,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Customer Service Representative Retail Assistant Cashier
Buyer Pharmacy Sales Assistant Trainee Retail Team Leader Car Salesman Visual Merchandiser Senior Merchandiser Bicycle Sales Assistant Picture Framer Location Manager
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BSB50620

Diploma of Marketing and Communication
Blended, Online
12 months
$1,995 - $6,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Communications Manager Marketing Manager Brand Manager
Account Director Public Relations Officer Brand Ambassador Marketer Junior Website Designer Content Manager Marketing Officer Marketing Assistant Creative Entrepreneur E-Commerce Developer Digital Business Strategist Product Specialist Account Manager Social Media Coordinator Email Marketing Specialist Freelance Artist Digital Media Strategist Social Media Strategist ICT Sales Assistant Multimedia Designer Social Marketer Account Executive Travel Agency Manager Real Estate Agency Manager Cellar Door Manager Radio Producer Design Strategist E-Commerce Manager New Home Sales Consultant Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer Car Salesman Pre-Press Operator Visual Merchandiser Senior Merchandiser Multimedia Writer Marketing Director Retail Executive Marketing Strategist Product Marketing Manager Retention Specialist Market Researcher Fundraising Coordinator Paid Search Manager Relationship Manager Communications Adviser Communications Officer Media Analyst Communications Strategist Media Officer Digital Media Specialist Gallery Manager Sponsorship Manager Student Recruitment Officer Digital Producer International Marketing Specialist Campaign Manager Film Producer Event Photographer Product Photographer Arts Programmer Art Gallery Director Visual Communication Designer Information Designer Digital Artist Editorial Writer Creative Writer Public Affairs Consultant Media Advisor Strategic Advisor Film and TV Production Manager Business Development Consultant Global Account Manager Customer Relationship Manager Pharmaceutical Sales Representative Marketing Executive Marketing Communications Manager Marketing Consultant Brand Strategist International Marketer Marketing Project Manager Content Strategist Blog Writer Advertising Copywriter Feature Writer Freelance Writer Advertising Executive Public Relations Executive Magazine Stylist Event Stylist Sports Marketing Manager Category Manager Media Relations Specialist Arts Writer Advertising Account Manager
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Communications Manager Marketing Manager Brand Manager Account Director Public Relations Officer Brand Ambassador Marketer Junior Website Designer Content Manager Marketing Officer Marketing Assistant Creative Entrepreneur E-Commerce Developer Digital Business Strategist Product Specialist Account Manager Social Media Coordinator Email Marketing Specialist Freelance Artist Digital Media Strategist Social Media Strategist ICT Sales Assistant Multimedia Designer Social Marketer Account Executive Travel Agency Manager Real Estate Agency Manager Cellar Door Manager Radio Producer Design Strategist E-Commerce Manager New Home Sales Consultant Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer Car Salesman Pre-Press Operator Visual Merchandiser Senior Merchandiser Multimedia Writer Marketing Director Retail Executive Marketing Strategist Product Marketing Manager Retention Specialist Market Researcher Fundraising Coordinator Paid Search Manager Relationship Manager Communications Adviser Communications Officer Media Analyst Communications Strategist Media Officer Digital Media Specialist Gallery Manager Sponsorship Manager Student Recruitment Officer Digital Producer International Marketing Specialist Campaign Manager Film Producer Event Photographer Product Photographer Arts Programmer Art Gallery Director Visual Communication Designer Information Designer Digital Artist Editorial Writer Creative Writer Public Affairs Consultant Media Advisor Strategic Advisor Film and TV Production Manager Business Development Consultant Global Account Manager Customer Relationship Manager Pharmaceutical Sales Representative Marketing Executive Marketing Communications Manager Marketing Consultant Brand Strategist International Marketer Marketing Project Manager Content Strategist Blog Writer Advertising Copywriter Feature Writer Freelance Writer Advertising Executive Public Relations Executive Magazine Stylist Event Stylist Sports Marketing Manager Category Manager Media Relations Specialist Arts Writer Advertising Account Manager + 96 more
SIR50217

Diploma of Visual Merchandising
On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Visual Merchandiser Fashion Consultant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Visual Merchandiser Fashion Consultant
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Related occupations

Fashion Merchandiser

A Fashion Merchandiser designs displays for stores or events, sets up seasonal and promotional showcases, and collaborates with teams effectively.

Avg yearly income $62,504
Skill level Advanced

Senior Merchandiser

A Senior Merchandiser leads teams in creating retail displays, specialising in promotions and events, while staying current with trends.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Beginner

Common questions

How much does a Visual Merchandiser earn?

In Australia, a full time Visual Merchandiser generally earns $978 per week ($50,856 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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What are the job opportunities for a Visual Merchandiser?

There has been a decrease in employment numbers in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 5,900 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Visual Merchandiser. Visual Merchandisers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a Visual Merchandiser?

If you’re planning a career as a Visual Merchandiser, consider enrolling in a Diploma of Visual Merchandising. You’ll learn to create merchandise displays at fashion stores, department stores and supermarkets. This course covers a range of topics including concept drawings, 2D and 3D modelling and setting targets for displays.

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Further reading

What can you do with a Certificate III in Retail?

13th October 2020)

Most popular retail courses

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How to become a multimedia designer

4th November 2019)

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