Freelance Retail Visual Merchandiser

Neighborly is looking to hire a freelance visual merchandiser to assist with merchandising our two brick and mortar locations and seasonal location on the Chicago Riverwalk.

The visual merchandiser will primarily assist with installing seasonal product and window displays on an every other month basis, but also potentially consult on store layout optimization, fixture and furniture planning, and signage systems depending upon candidate's expertise. They will have the important task of enhancing the customer shopping experience while reflecting Neighborly’s Modern and elevated, yet approachable aesthetic.

Weekday morning or late evening availability is preferred to accommodate merchandising outside of store hours (11a-7p).

Projects are more frequent in Nov and Dec, availability throughout the holiday season is required.

Requirements:

> extensive past experience in retail merchandising, preferably in small boutiques

> knowledge of product display optimization techniques and demonstrated expertise in a customer-focused approach to merchandising

> strong eye for Modern design, color coordination, and attention to detail that aligns with Neighborly’s existing aesthetic

> up-to-date on current retail trends, particularly those in gift and home decor

> creative problem solver

> comfortable with physical tasks such as lifting boxes, climbing ladders, and moving fixtures

Responsibilities:

> execute seasonal and thematic merchandising displays to highlight new products, bestsellers, and thoughtful gifts

> create visually appealing window displays that attract foot traffic and reflect Neighborly’s style, yet work within our small business budget

> collaborate with the store owner/retail director on creative direction, as well as to ensure displays align with marketing plan and inventory purchasing

> track display performance and make adjustments as needed, keep an image journal and log of successes and failures for future installs

Compensation:

> candidate will be responsible for quoting an hourly or project based pay rate

To apply:

Please no calls or drop-ins. Email your résumé, examples of past work, and/or portfolio site, and a short note about why you want to help shape the look and feel of Neighborly to getajob [at] neighborlyshop [dot] com and use subject “Visual Merchandiser”.