John Waymire
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Visual Manager with demonstrated skills in merchandising, brand direction, fashion styling and event production. Thinks globally with attention to detail and manages projects with collaboration, organization and dedication.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Lead
Pottery Barn
09.2022 - Current
- Managed the location's visual presentation including the seasonal planning maps and furniture assortment
- Personal sales of $400k in 2023
- Directed and developed part-time merchandising associates
- Performed management functions including opening and closing procedures.
Floral Designer
Furst Florist
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Designed and produced new holiday decor for commercial and residential clients
- Created artificial and fresh floral designs for retail showroom
- Assisted with holiday and event installations.
Visual Stylist
Neiman Marcus
08.2004 - 06.2019
- Managed the visual presentation of multiple departments in a $100M location
- Collaborated with management team and brand partners for events and personal appearances by designers
- Coached and developed new visual staff members.
Visual Merchandise Manager
Rich's (Macy's)
10.2001 - 12.2003
- Managed visual presentation and staff of a $60M location adjacent to corporate offices
- Developed corporate directives with visual project managers and buying teams
- Communicated merchandising direction to management team and ensured implementation.
Education
Certificate in Full Stack Web Development (MERN) -
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GASkills
Creative Direction
Project Management
Team Development
Customer Experience Enhancement
Space Planning
Window Displays
Timeline
Visual Lead
Pottery Barn
09.2022 - Current
Floral Designer
Furst Florist
09.2019 - 03.2020
Visual Stylist
Neiman Marcus
08.2004 - 06.2019
Visual Merchandise Manager
Rich's (Macy's)
10.2001 - 12.2003
Certificate in Full Stack Web Development (MERN) -
Georgia Institute of Technology