Visual coordinator

Sapphire Events SA

October 2016 to March 2018

Conceptualize and design events
Plan and execute event
Liaise with client about the events visual elements
Curate and liaise with decor and equipment supplier

Flexi Regional Visual Merchandiser

PUMA South Africa

January 2016 to September 2016

SIS visits and visual overseeing
Section floor flow
Merchandising of product
Ensure corret brand allocation in store
Promotion set up
Correct seasonal graphics
Ensuring cleanliness
Weekly reporting to Puma visaul manager
Fixture maintenance
Regional store visits
Educating instore staff on VM standards
Educating instore staff on product placement

Trainee Buyer

Mr Price

February 2014 to July 2015

Assisting buyer
Raising orders with suppliers
Conducting fits of order samples
Putting orders through to QA
Liaising with suppliers to ensure orders are on track
for delivery.
Filing of order samples

Visual Merchandiser

Platinum Group

November 2011 to February 2014

Merchandising standards
Window dressing
In store floor set up
Experiential elements: music, scent, team dress, extras
Maintenance
Product knowledge
Looks and promotions
Product feedback to in store product specialist
Managing VM team and store midfielders

Fashion design

February 2009 to December 2011

Matric

January 2003 to December 2007

Career Goals

I plan to grow in the visual merchandising sector, eventually managing a visual department at head office level in clothing or home. I would love to work abroad for 2-3 years, preferably in Japan.

Industries of interest

Craft / Jewelry Events / Conferences Design Advertising / Marketing / PR Retail Fashion industry

Areas of interest

Graphic Design / Fashion Design / Industrial Design

Availability to travel and work outside the city

Yes

Interests and hobbies

Event planning
Homeware design