Jeanne A. Orsini Garcia
Hollywood, FL,FL
Summary
Visual Merchandising Manager | Graphic Designer
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Merchandising Manager
Kohl's Department Stores
01.2009 - Current
- Support store leadership in Visual and Merchandising planning and execution
- Implement visual presentation standards consistently according to corporate guidelines
- Update merchandise sets based on availability and sales performance
- Elevate visual and merchandise presentations in all areas of the store
- Maintain a neat and organized work and storage area for visual components
- Oversee installation, timing, removal, and disposal of visual and merchandising initiatives
- Conduct regular store walks focusing on merchandise and visual priorities
- Partner with District Visual Lead to provide feedback and understand company strategies
- Assist with onboarding and training new associates
- Deliver exceptional customer service throughout the store
Visual Merchandiser
Macy's
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Presented a clean and organized shopping environment with 3D visual presentations
- Updated mannequins and windows, executed monthly directives, and participated in floor moves
- Built and maintained knowledge of visual merchandising strategies and current trends
- Supported merchandising, signing, and implementation of visual direction
- Installed and removed trim/window presentations for store promotional events
Graphic Designer
Franklin Communications
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Designed various materials using Word, Quark, Photoshop, InDesign, and CS1,2&3
- Created forms, retail tear pads, neckers, and media guides for high-profile clients such as Miami Heat, Florida Panthers, and Diageo
Visual Merchandiser
Burdines, Burdines-Macy's, Macy's
01.2001 - 12.2005
- Created 3D visual presentations to enhance sales and customer relations
- Updated fashion on mannequins and created displays from scratch as needed
- Executed monthly directives and participated in floor moves and quarterly sets
- Acted as a role model through customer service and communicated the importance of a positive shopping experience
Visual Merchandising Manager
Sears Roebuck & Company
01.1998 - 12.2001
- Managed floor Merchandising & Visual for soft and hard line products, creating visually dynamic displays
- Led a team of 12+ associates in signing and merchandising for the entire store
- Developed strong teams and fostered a positive working environment
Visual Trimmer
Macy's
01.1998 - 12.1999
- Created visually dynamic displays throughout the store and aided in store reinvention during the holiday season
- Transitioned to Retail Sales with a focus on merchandising dynamic caseline displays
Music Distribution Sales Representative
Alliance Entertainment Corporation/Bassin
01.1992 - 12.1998
- Managed data entry and purchasing in various departments
- Served as an assistant buyer and later as a sales representative handling requests for Barnes & Noble stores
Education
Music Business, Video & Film Production
Fort Lauderdale Art Institute
Ft. Lauderdale, FL01.1993
General High School Curriculum -
Miami Norland Senior High School
Miami, FL01.1985
Skills
- Customer experience
- Merchandise presentation
- Creative vision
- Visual storytelling
- Mannequin Styling
- Prop Sourcing
- Retail Operations
- Color theory
- Space Planning
- Fixture selection
- Market Research
- Seasonal displays
- Fashion Trend Analysis
- Window displays
- Trend tracking
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Clear Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Team building
- Task Prioritization
- Self Motivation
- Product Knowledge
- Professionalism
- Originality and Creativity
- Visual Merchandising
- Workflow Coordination
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Placement Optimization
- Display building
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Visual Merchandising Manager
Kohl's Department Stores
01.2009 - Current
Visual Merchandiser
Macy's
01.2009 - 12.2009
Graphic Designer
Franklin Communications
01.2007 - 12.2008
Visual Merchandiser
Burdines, Burdines-Macy's, Macy's
01.2001 - 12.2005
Visual Merchandising Manager
Sears Roebuck & Company
01.1998 - 12.2001
Visual Trimmer
Macy's
01.1998 - 12.1999
Music Distribution Sales Representative
Alliance Entertainment Corporation/Bassin
01.1992 - 12.1998
Music Business, Video & Film Production
Fort Lauderdale Art Institute
General High School Curriculum -
Miami Norland Senior High School