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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.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Visual Merchandiser.
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The SIR50217 Diploma of Visual Merchandising will teach you how to create stunning merchandise displays at fashion outlets, department stores, and supermarkets. Over 12-18 months of hands-on training you will be learning the principles of colour and design theory, then designing and installing a range of merchandise displays and signage. The course covers: concept drawings, 2D and 3D modelling, setting targets and metrics for each display, in-house safety. Enquire now for the list of study choices, entry requirements, and enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
In Australia, a full time Visual Merchandiser generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 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.
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
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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Here are some potential career pathways within merchandising. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Merchandising
Fashion Merchandiser
$960 weekly pay
Visual Merchandiser
Senior Merchandiser
$1,050 weekly pay
Learn more about Visual Merchandiser courses in your area.