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ANA BELLO

Orlando,FL

Summary

Creative and forward-thinking Visual Merchandising Designer with 5 years of experience designing and executing compelling retail environments. Skilled at transforming spaces into immersive, sales-driving experiences through impactful visual storytelling, layout strategy, and hands-on display creation. Experienced in aligning merchandising approaches with brand aesthetics, and familiar with prop fabrication and basic tool use. Committed to staying ahead of trends and continuously growing technical and artistic skills to meet the evolving demands of the visual merchandising and design industry.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

VISUAL MERCHANDISER/DESIGNER

BLOOMINGDALE'S
11.2024 - Current
  • Conceptualized and executed innovative approaches to store layout and displays, boosting seasonal sales and customer engagement.
  • Fabricated custom scenic elements for main sightline displays.
  • Led the transformation of housewares sections into standout areas, driving higher traffic and improved sales metrics.
  • Collaborated with leadership and in store vendors, to design and implement seasonal pop-up environment displays that align with stores brand.

VISUAL MERCHANDISER

ACTION LINK MERCHANDISING
12.2023 - 11.2024
  • Installed and maintained impactful product displays across various locations, increasing product visibility.
  • Assisted in fixture assembly and visual setups for product launches and promotional events.
  • Trained store associates in visual display upkeep and merchandise techniques.

VISUAL MERCHANDISER/SALES

WILLIAMS-SONOMA
08.2020 - 11.2023
  • Delivered visually appealing and customer-focused floor resets, contributing to increased sales through strategic product placements.
  • Monitored and analyzed consumer behavior trends, driving data-informed adjustments to merchandise displays.
  • Built strong customer relationships by sharing expert product knowledge and creating tailored shopping experiences.

VISUAL MERCHANDISER/TEAM LEAD

TARGET
01.2016 - 05.2020
  • Led visual merchandising resets and maintained high visual standards across departments.
  • Mentored new team members and supported fixture setup, planogram execution, and seasonal displays.

Education

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A) - Visual Arts and Emerging Media Management

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
01-2027

ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (A.A.) - Visual Arts and Emerging Media Management

Valencia College
Orlando, FL
01.2022

CERTIFICATION - Digital Media and Interactive Media Design

Seminole State College
Orlando, FL
01.2022

Skills

  • Visual display design
  • Trend analysis
  • Strategic merchandising
  • Handheld and power tool skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability
  • Strong retail operations knowledge

Timeline

VISUAL MERCHANDISER/DESIGNER

BLOOMINGDALE'S
11.2024 - Current

VISUAL MERCHANDISER

ACTION LINK MERCHANDISING
12.2023 - 11.2024

VISUAL MERCHANDISER/SALES

WILLIAMS-SONOMA
08.2020 - 11.2023

VISUAL MERCHANDISER/TEAM LEAD

TARGET
01.2016 - 05.2020

ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (A.A.) - Visual Arts and Emerging Media Management

Valencia College

CERTIFICATION - Digital Media and Interactive Media Design

Seminole State College

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A) - Visual Arts and Emerging Media Management

University of Central Florida