Freelance Visual Merchandiser – Timeless Fashion Retail

Merz b. Schwanen; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Merz b. Schwanen is seeking a freelance Visual Merchandiser to refine the Abbot Kinney Store presentation. You will collaborate with the Store Manager on arrivals and priorities, and align with our Creative Director and New York team to ensure global consistency for the local space.

This role requires a self-starter with an eye for minimal, timeless design, strong storytelling, and the ability to translate direction into compelling in-store experiences within limited hours.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in visual merchandising, ideally in fashion, design, or lifestyle retail.
• Strong eye for composition, detail, and minimal, timeless design.
• Able to translate creative direction into clear, impactful execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain visual merchandising reflecting the Merz b. Schwanen aesthetic and seasonal direction.
• Create and refresh in-store displays balancing design integrity with commercial focus.
• Collaborate with Store Manager on product priorities and presentation updates.
• Work with Creative Director and NY Store input to ensure global alignment.
• Maintain all visual elements with care, keeping the store organized and inspiring.
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance storytelling and customer experience.

Skills

Visual merchandising

Fashion retail

Storytelling

Attention to detail

Time management

Collaborative

Job description

Merz b. Schwanen is seeking a freelance Visual Merchandiser to refine the Abbot Kinney Store presentation. You will collaborate with the Store Manager on arrivals and priorities, and align with our Creative Director and New York team to ensure global consistency for the local space.

This role requires a self-starter with an eye for minimal, timeless design, strong storytelling, and the ability to translate direction into compelling in-store experiences within limited hours.