Skylar Martinez
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Summary
Creative and hands-on visual merchandising professional with 8+ years of retail experience, including over 3 years in field-based visual execution, signage production, and brand storytelling. Currently serving as a Visual Merchandiser at Backcountry's Bozeman location, leading floor set execution, styling, and cross-functional coordination. Strong background in Adobe Creative Suite, project management, and a BFA in Studio Arts.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Keyholder & Visual Merchandiser
Backcountry
Bozeman, MT
09.2023 - Current
- Lead execution of seasonal floor sets, mannequin styling, and promotional displays aligned with brand standards
- Conduct in-store visual audits and provide training to team members on styling, signage, and presentation
- Liaise with central visual and creative teams to ensure consistent merchandising across stores
- Support promotional launches and signage rollouts, ensuring timely and accurate implementation
Retail Sales Associate
Round House Ski & Sports
Bozeman, MT
01.2018 - 04.2023
- Maintained merchandising presentation standards and supported daily visual resets
- Delivered customer-focused service and supported inventory processes across departments
- Assisted in adapting layouts and displays during seasonal shifts and promotional periods
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Visual Arts
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT12.2023
Skills
- Field-Based Visual Merchandising & Styling
- Seasonal Floor Set Execution
- Brand Compliance & Visual Auditing
- Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
- Microsoft Office
- Project & Time Management
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
Additional Information
Lifelong outdoor enthusiast with firsthand knowledge of the products and gear that drive customer decisions. Passionate skier, mountain biker, gravel rider, trail runner, hiker, snowmobiler, river rafter, and backcountry traveler. Strong personal connection to the lifestyle that Backcountry serves., Fashion-forward with a keen sense for balancing function, design, and style in apparel and gear presentation.
Timeline
Keyholder & Visual Merchandiser
Backcountry
09.2023 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Round House Ski & Sports
01.2018 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Visual Arts
Montana State University
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