How do I become a visual merchandiser
Get qualified to work as a visual merchandiser with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Common questions
In Australia, a full time Visual Merchandiser generally earns $978 per week ($50,856 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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There has been a decrease in employment numbers in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 5,900 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Visual Merchandiser. Visual Merchandisers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If you’re planning a career as a Visual Merchandiser, consider enrolling in a Diploma of Visual Merchandising. You’ll learn to create merchandise displays at fashion stores, department stores and supermarkets. This course covers a range of topics including concept drawings, 2D and 3D modelling and setting targets for displays.
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Further reading
Most popular retail courses
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- MSF31018 Certificate III in Interior Decoration Retail Services
- MST30316 Certificate III in Millinery
- MST50119 Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising
- MST50122 Diploma of Apparel, Fashion and Textiles (Business)
- SIR20216 Certificate II in Retail Services
- SIR50217 Diploma of Visual Merchandising
Visual Merchandiser careers
A Visual Merchandiser prepares displays of products in a retail environment. You might market new products, create seasonal displays or display merchandise used in special promotions. Visual Merchandisers may specialise in a particular area of retail such as fashion or beauty products and you may work for a large retail chain or smaller individual stores.
Visual Merchandisers should be creative and have strong attention to detail. You’ll need to be customer-focused and up to date with current retail trends. Visual Merchandisers must be able to work as part of a team and understand how customers think. It’s important you can adapt your skills to suit a range of retail needs.
