Jamar Shields
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Creative Visual Merchandiser with expertise in overstock management and retail sales campaigns. Contributes unwavering work ethic and commitment to quality. Known for customer-focused initiatives and knowledgeable about modern merchandising.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Merchandiser/Creative Team
Nordstrom
01.2016 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with management to develop seasonal merchandising strategies for optimal customer engagement.
- Enhanced store sales by creating visually appealing and strategically placed product displays.
- Utilized paper, fabric and props to create displays.
- Partnered with store personnel during remodels or relocations to ensure seamless transition of visual merchandising elements into new spaces.
- Graphic design and placement
- Seasonal decorations
- Managed mannequin styling, ensuring alignment with current fashion trends and company branding guidelines.
- Revamped store layout to improve customer flow and overall shopping experience, resulting in better customer satisfaction ratings.
- Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
- Assisted with special event planning and execution, incorporating creative visual elements to enhance the overall atmosphere and support promotional objectives.
- Coordinated with marketing team to create cohesive in-store promotional materials for special events and sales campaigns.
- Updated signage regularly to reflect current promotions or markdowns, improving clarity for customers seeking sale items within the store environment.
- Increased customer traffic through effective window displays that showcased new products and promotions.
- Analyzed sales data and customer feedback to develop creative solutions to improve customer experience.
- Managed aesthetically pleasing displays to showcase company products and increase sales.
Personal Shopper/Stylist Assistant
Milton Dixon
08.2019 - Current
- Online Shopping/Styling
- In-store Shopping
- Pick-up and delivery of merchandise
- Cataloguing Product
- Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
- Tracked substitutions and informed customers of changes.
- Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing urgent requests without compromising attention to detail or overall service quality.
Office Assistant (Part-Time)
Burton Claims Service, INC
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Ordering Tracking office Inventory
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
- Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
Education
Interior Design Major -
Art Institute Of Ft. Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, FL01.2020
Graduate -
Ft. Lauderdale High School
Fort Lauderdale, FL05.2011
Skills
- Proficient with Microsoft: Word, Excel, PowerPoint est
- Composer for Gerber Plotter
- AutoCad
- Strong sense of responsibility and ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Planning and Organization
- Heavy Lifting
- Trend understanding
- Team Collaboration
References
- Eric Edwards, Chief Financial Officer at PTM Consulting, Edwards@ptmconsulting.org, +1 (516) 974-5340
- Alvin Wayne, Principle Designer at Alvin Wayne Interiors, info@AlvinWayne.com, +1 (404) 786-5305
- Milton D. Dixon, Stylist/Fashion Director, MD@MiltonDixoniii.com, +1 (954) 729-5863
- Dr.Kasi Lou-VanHel, Graduate Professor of Public Health, Kvanheel@nova.edu, +1 (305) 399-6191
Timeline
Personal Shopper/Stylist Assistant
Milton Dixon
08.2019 - Current
Office Assistant (Part-Time)
Burton Claims Service, INC
01.2019 - 01.2021
Visual Merchandiser/Creative Team
Nordstrom
01.2016 - 06.2024
Interior Design Major -
Art Institute Of Ft. Lauderdale
Graduate -
Ft. Lauderdale High School