What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visual Merchandising/Showroom Lead position at Russell Tobin?
Visual Merchandising and Showroom Lead
New York, NY | On-Site | Full-Time | Midtown West
What You'll Do
Visual Merchandising
- Execute a strategic approach to visual presentation that reinforces brand equity and supports sell-through
- Design impactful product displays that showcase craftsmanship, elevate collection storytelling, and create desire
- Lead seasonal initiatives, retailer showcases, and collection launches to maximize visibility and commercial performance
- Leverage sales data, partner behavior, and inventory flow to inform and optimize merchandising decisions
- Continuously evolve displays to enhance engagement, strengthen conversion, and drive revenue
Brand Presentation & Styling
- Style product for catalogs, campaigns, photoshoots, PR placements, and marketing initiatives
- Partner with Creative and Marketing to develop compelling assets that support brand growth
- Champion visual consistency across wholesale and direct-to-consumer channels
Showroom
- Set and maintain a sophisticated, sales-forward showroom environment
- Prepare for partner appointments and VIP experiences with meticulous attention to detail
- Collaborate with the sales team to elevate product presentations and the partner journey
- Maintain disciplined oversight of displayed inventory to support accuracy and seamless selling
Events & Experiences
- Lead visual strategy for trunk shows, private appointments, and brand events
- Curate product placement and environmental details that reflect a luxury clientele
- Partner with cross-functional teams and vendors to deliver polished, high-impact experiences
- Evaluate event outcomes and identify opportunities to strengthen results
What We're Looking For
- 3 years of visual merchandising experience in luxury retail, fine jewelry, or high fashion
- Strong commercial and aesthetic judgment — able to translate brand vision into environments that convert
- Organized and execution-focused, with the ability to align displays to key selling periods
- Clear communicator with the presence to engage senior stakeholders and influence direction
- Proficient in PowerPoint, Canva, or similar tools
- Hands-on and detail oriented, comfortable supporting installations and fixture movement
- Luxury or fine jewelry background strongly preferred
- Willingness to travel up to 25%