Visual Merchandiser

Code: 27-1026.00

Also known as: Decorator, Display Associate, Display Decorator, Display Specialist, In-Store Marketing Associate, Merchandiser, Visual Merchandiser (VM), Visual Merchandising Specialist

Description: When a retail store needs to create an eye-catching display, it turns to Visual Merchandisers. These creative professionals blend marketing, sales and design experience to enhance the visual appeal of a store and its merchandise. This is an important position that is directly related to a store's profitability.Entry-level positions in this field generally require at least a high school diploma or its equivalent. Some managerial positions and placement at large, high-end stores may require a formal education in marketing, merchandising or a related field as well as some in-store experience.

Visual Merchandiser

Typical wages


10% $22,440
25% $26,450
Median $30,810
75% $38,890
90% $51,750
10% $10.79
25% $12.72
Median $14.81
75% $18.7
90% $24.88

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
180,400
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
174,200
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 14,600