Sophie Fisher
Langhorne,PA
Summary
Visual Merchandising | Surface Pattern Design | Illustration & Fine Arts | Graphic Design | Stationery Design | Photo Styling & Presentation | Marketing & Social Media Management | Store Management | Retail Professional
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Manager
Pottery Barn
12.2022 - 06.2024
- As the Visual Lead for Pottery Barn my displays are the heart of the showroom
- I curate every room in the store from beginning to end
- I create and execute floorpans for every seasonal set
- I manage our designers and sales associates and work with them to exceed Pottery Barn standards and aesthetic.
Lead Visual Merchandiser & District Trainer
Target
09.2017 - 01.2022
- I was responsible for brand launching, creating all in-store apparel and home decor displays, visual merchandising, guest styling, and team training
- I also planned, prepared and set floor plan layouts and all in-store marketing
- As the VM trainer for our district I trained over a dozen visual merchandisers entering this role
- To reference my displays, view the Target SE Philadelphia Instagram page @vmtarget_philadelphia.
Owner & Creator
Simply Serendipity Press
08.2015 - 01.2019
- Simply Serendipity Press was a self started small business
- I created everything from custom artwork, save-the-dates, and 'day of' pieces, to one-of-a-kind wedding invitations and thank you cards. -Artwork licensed to Cardisle Cards, Boom Boom Prints, and Groundswell Greetings | Stationery sold at Ali's Wagon, Z Candy Bar, ReEvent, and The Lucky Goat Cafe | Write-up features in Giftware Magazine, National Stationery Show 2015, Fine Living Lancaster Magazine, and Stationery Trends
Senior Graphic Designer
ReEvent
01.2016 - 09.2017
- ReEvent is a full service sustainable event planning and decorating company
- As the designer I facilitated everything from social media and web promotions to custom graphics, logo design, and invitations
- I also worked hand-in-hand with our Event Planner on a daily basis to create breathtaking spaces and experiences for clients.
Sales Associate & Visual Merchandiser
Paper on Pine
04.2013 - 01.2014
Sales Associate
Anthropologie
07.2012 - 06.2013
Visual Display Coordinator
Anthropologie
08.2009 - 08.2010
Education
Continuing Ed Courses - Fine Arts
Tyler School of Art At Temple
Philadelphia, PAContinuing Ed Courses - Interior Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NYAssociates - Visual Studies
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA2012
Skills
- Brand Identity Development
- Customer experience enhancement
- Visual storytelling
- Interior design
- Product presentation
- Window Display Design
- Creative Direction
- Space Planning
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Marketing support
- Illustration Techniques
- Lighting Design
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Self Motivation
- Training and Development
Proficientin
- Adobe Illustrator
- Procreate
- Microsoft office
Personal Information
Title: Surface Designer & Visual Manager, Associates in Visual Art Studies & Fine Art
Timeline
Visual Manager
Pottery Barn
12.2022 - 06.2024
Lead Visual Merchandiser & District Trainer
Target
09.2017 - 01.2022
Senior Graphic Designer
ReEvent
01.2016 - 09.2017
Owner & Creator
Simply Serendipity Press
08.2015 - 01.2019
Sales Associate & Visual Merchandiser
Paper on Pine
04.2013 - 01.2014
Sales Associate
Anthropologie
07.2012 - 06.2013
Visual Display Coordinator
Anthropologie
08.2009 - 08.2010
Continuing Ed Courses - Fine Arts
Tyler School of Art At Temple
Continuing Ed Courses - Interior Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
Associates - Visual Studies
Community College of Philadelphia
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