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Hi, I’m

Kendra Hicks

Killeen,TX
I can’t understand why people are frightened of new ideas. I’m frightened of the old ones.
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Kendra Hicks

Summary

Visual merchandiser with background in department management, merchandise display, and eye catching aesthetics. Skilled in crafting visually appealing displays that preserve brand consistency and trends. Has strong organizational abilities and is adept at working within brand guidelines to create impactful presentations.

Overview

5
years of professional experience

Skills

  • Visual Merchandising - 3 years
  • Written and Verbal Communication
  • Brand Alignment
  • Sales Strategy
  • Measurable Goal Planning
  • Attention to detail
  • Task Management
  • Knowledge of current trends
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Planogram Execution
  • Trend analysis
  • Consumer behavior

Education

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Bachelor of Science from Fashion Merchandising
05-2022

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Minor from Business
05-2022

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Minor from Clothing And Textiles
05-2022

Work History

Nordstrom
Austin, Texas

Visual Merchandiser
05.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.
  • Managed aesthetically pleasing displays to showcase company products and increase sales.
  • Analyzed sales data and customer feedback to develop creative solutions to improve customer experience.
  • Used props and lighting to enhance appearance and visibility of displays.
  • Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.

Mardel
Waco, Texas

Visual Merchandiser / Office Manager
02.2023 - 08.2023

Job overview

  • Partnered with store managers to install planograms and merchandise new garments
    Created visual merchandising displays that followed corporate standards for brand consistency.
    Advised management on best practices for fiscal responsibility.
    Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment processing.

Mardel
Lynchburg, VA

Apparel Department Head
04.2020 - 02.2022

Job overview

  • Trained retail staff on visual merchandising standards and practices to ensure store-wide consistency.
    Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales volume in the apparel department.
    Served on a store set team to build and merchandise the entirety of a new store location
    Performed trend analysis on key financial metrics to identify areas of improvement or opportunities for cost savings.

Ashley Grace Bridal
Lynchburg, Virginia

Bridal Sales Consultant
08.2021 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Tracked inventory levels on a daily basis and communicated needs for restocking items when necessary.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of product orders.

Memorial Private Academy
Killeen, Texas

English Teacher
08.2023 - 05.2025

Job overview

  • Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
  • Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
  • Provided individualized instruction for struggling students.

Accomplishments

  • 2x Miss Texas
  • Founder of the nonprofit Trash to Treasured Totes
  • Killeen Animal Advisory Committee Member

Interests

Fashion Design

Fashion Buying

Merchandise Buying

Interior Design

Marketing and Consulting

Social Media Marketing

Writing and Publishing

Travel

Retail Interior Design

Visual Merchandising

Affiliations

  • Clothing upcycling and resale
  • Modeling
  • Reading
  • Weightlifting

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemote

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

References

References available upon request.
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Timeline

Visual Merchandiser

Nordstrom
05.2025 - Current

English Teacher

Memorial Private Academy
08.2023 - 05.2025

Visual Merchandiser / Office Manager

Mardel
02.2023 - 08.2023

Bridal Sales Consultant

Ashley Grace Bridal
08.2021 - 01.2022

Apparel Department Head

Mardel
04.2020 - 02.2022

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science from Fashion Merchandising

Liberty University

Minor from Business

Liberty University

Minor from Clothing And Textiles

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