Visual Merchandising Manager
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DOMINIC MONTELONGO
Visual Displays / Merchandiser
SPECIALIZATION
● Highly experienced in breathing life into corporate directives with a unique talent for creating original and impactful visual presentations.
● Skilled in composition, lighting, and design to enhance the draw of featured luxury goods.
● Have an experienced, objective, and artistic eye with extreme attention to detail.
● Proven ability to consistently maximize visual potential of objective spaces. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
FREELANCE VISUAL MERCHANDISER CHANEL Southern California March 2022-July 2023
● Handbag and single leather goods presentations were an essential part of my weekly assignments. Adhering to Chanel’s specific guidelines, my wall and shelf displays expressed original, thematic visions that were both unique and lucrative.
● When working with ready-to-wear and mannequin presentations, I made the most of the stock we had on hand to encapsulate the spirit of each collection. I took advantage of accessories to realize the most elevated and aspirational visions.
● I was in constant contact with my visual supervisors and store managers to ensure each location’s needs and desires took promotional precedence.
VISUAL STYLIST H.D. Buttercup Culver City
August 2021-February 2022
● Created aspirational showroom presentations using provocative and unexpected juxtapositions and flowing floor layouts.
● Placed, positioned, composed complementary art objects throughout the showroom to ensure a museum-quality presentation that consistently resulted in strong revenue.
● Skilled in diffusing difficult work situations by actively listening and asking pertinent questions. VISUAL STYLIST Saks Fifth Avenue Beverly Hills 2015-2020
● Devised and implemented highly memorable visuals for two women’s designer floors by employing properly chosen mannequins, my unique painting skills, passion for fashion, and consistent attention to detail.
● Reset selling areas every week to introduce newly arrived items, using hanging fixtures, lighting, and compositional elements. By creating clear sightlines and dynamic visual “moments,” guests are drawn throughout the floors.
● Developed lyrical escalator platform displays and attention-grabbing window presentations facing onto Wilshire Boulevard that introduced the best of the collections on the designer floors. VISUAL DISPLAY COORDINATOR Barneys New York Beverly Hills 2010-2014
● Created innovative, surprising, and evocative displays for every department of the store, including Fine Jewelry, European high fashion, accessories, and fine furnishings.
● Built and broke down bi-monthly installations and special events that helped generate substantial revenue.
● Mentored the visual team and helped develop their individual skills in order to strongly execute weekly directives.
● Worked easily with high-end clientele by creating a safe vibe and rarefied environment.
● Developed the ability of inhabiting each designer’s vision to ensure a true, specific and exciting presentation VISUAL MERCHANDISER Saks Fifth Avenue Beverly Hills 2006-2010
● Collaborated with a six-member team to carry out creative directives in a safe and timely manner.
● Responsible for devising lyrical visuals on the lingerie/swim floor as well as the women’s diffusion line floor..
● Created dynamic window presentations on Bedford Avenue to promote up and coming designers. These original presentations created strong customer dialogue and immediate sales.
● Developed essential skills as a self-starter and learned how to switch gears at a moment's notice while staying focused, enjoying each project.
EDUCATION
ART CENTER COLLEGE OF DESIGN, Pasadena, Bachelor of Arts, Illustration 1997
● Specialized in creating repeating patterns and illustrated books that left indelible impressions on students and teachers alike.
SANTA MONICA COLLEGE, Santa Monica, Associate of Arts, Fine Arts 1994
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