Visual Merchandising Coordinator

Russell Tobin's client, a multinational retail company, is hiring a Visual Merchandising Coordinator in New York, NY.

Job Title: Visual Merchandising Freelance

Department: Shared Services – Integrated Marketing

Duration: 0–1 month (approved through 03/31/2026; extension requested quarterly)

Hours: 30–40 hours per week (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Start Date: Immediate

Location: New York, NY On-site/Remote (as applicable)

Pay Rate: $27 - $29/hour (flexible based on experience)

Employment Type: Temporary / Contract

We are seeking a highly skilled Visual Merchandising Freelance professional to support a large-scale retail network of 1,000+ store locations. This role is responsible for developing and executing monthly marketing and visual merchandising guidelines, as well as supporting store communications and in-store execution tools.

The ideal candidate will have a strong graphic design background and be an expert in Adobe Creative Suite
, particularly InDesign (INDD), as they will be responsible for building monthly store tools and visual guideline materials. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong project management capabilities, and the ability to manage complexity across a diverse store environment.

• Execute all marketing and visual merchandising guidelines using Adobe Creative Suite
  , with a primary focus on In Design
• Build and update monthly store communication tools and materials
• Support prop strategies and space planning initiatives as needed
• Develop and maintain guidelines for all visual merchandising setups
• Assist with New Store Openings, Remodels, and Relocations (NRR), including creation of new guidelines when required
• Manage digital platforms for guideline uploads and distribution
• Ensure accuracy and consistency across all visual and marketing materials

• 2–4 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within a multi-brand retail environment
• Strong background in graphic design and retail visual merchandising
• Advanced proficiency in:
• Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign)
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Power Point
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage data effectively and handle complex store group structures
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving organizational environment
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills

• Strong understanding of visual merchandising within a retail setting
• Experience with multi-brand in-store execution strategies

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.