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Visual Merchandiser

Richard Wray

Leeds, United Kingdom
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    My most recent visual work has been for the fashion retailer GAP, but most of my portfolio is based around homeware's and interiors for Habitat.

    My Honors degree is in 3D Design, which as seen me work on a wide variety of projects including, interiors, furniture and product design.

    My past client list includes, Vidal Sassoon Hair Salon, HSBC Banking, Habitat and Leeds City Council.

  • Education
    • BA 3D Design
      Leeds Metropolitan University
      1999 - 2002
    • GNVQ Art and design
      Agnes Stewart
      1997 - 1999
    • A level Arts and Crafts
      Thomas Danby College
      1997 - 1998
  • Experience
    • Regional Visual Merchandiser.
      Furniture Village
      United Kingdom
      Mar 2017 - Present (9 years 4 months)
      Whilst at Furniture Village I have demonstrated that I can deliver results and maintain high retail standard's in line with the brands ethos and values. This role is field based which means I am responsible for 7 stores across the North East region. I am responsible for all the visual standards within each store which also includes challenging how each store performs and giving training where necessary.

      Role and Responsibilities:
      - To ensure excellent store presentation standards are maintained with regards to visual display promotional signage fixtures and fittings lighting and cleanliness.
      - To build strong working relationships across all areas of the business especially
    • Visual Merchandiser/Activities Co-Working
      IKEA
      Leeds, United Kingdom
      Mar 2012 - Mar 2017 (5 years)
      Throughout my time at IKEA, I have successfully designed re-builds to different departments and room settings throughout the store.

      Role and Responsibilities:
      - Designed brand new visual installations following the correct design process.
      - Designed the core layout with the customer and local market in mind
      - Created strong and clear walkways, to pull customers around the store.
      - Created a strong and stimulating over view to inspire customers.
      - Shown real life living solutions in several different home settings.
      - Successfully managed several projects.
      - Designed and implemented room settings and interiors.
      - Used information from local home visits to write different design briefs.
      - Presented new ideas and solutions to the store and UK management team.
  • Awards

    Publication in FX Magazine August 2002.

    3rd Place in a HSBC office space competition 2002.

  • Industries
    • Retail
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    • Graphic Design
    • Industrial Design
    • Interior Design
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