"Hi, I’m Gray Andrus-Merriner, a creative and passionate leader who thrives when collaborating with in-house teams to drive growth. I bring hands-on experience in visual merchandising, graphic design, and brand development, with a track record of delivering compelling campaigns and cohesive identities. Currently, I’ve led client and visual merchandising initiatives at a sustainable clothing retailer since May 2022, developed brand assets for FirNW as a student-led agency, and previously stewarded heritage brand image at Pendleton. I’m seeking roles that combine design, strategy, and team leadership to create meaningful customer experiences." AI wrote this, but I think I could do better. Schedule that Teams call and you'll see.

Gray Andrus-Merriner

"Hi, I’m Gray Andrus-Merriner, a creative and passionate leader who thrives when collaborating with in-house teams to drive growth. I bring hands-on experience in visual merchandising, graphic design, and brand development, with a track record of delivering compelling campaigns and cohesive identities. Currently, I’ve led client and visual merchandising initiatives at a sustainable clothing retailer since May 2022, developed brand assets for FirNW as a student-led agency, and previously stewarded heritage brand image at Pendleton. I’m seeking roles that combine design, strategy, and team leadership to create meaningful customer experiences." AI wrote this, but I think I could do better. Schedule that Teams call and you'll see.

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"Hi, I’m Gray Andrus-Merriner, a creative and passionate leader who thrives when collaborating with in-house teams to drive growth. I bring hands-on experience in visual merchandising, graphic design, and brand development, with a track record of delivering compelling campaigns and cohesive identities.

Currently, I’ve led client and visual merchandising initiatives at a sustainable clothing retailer since May 2022, developed brand assets for FirNW as a student-led agency, and previously stewarded heritage brand image at Pendleton. I’m seeking roles that combine design, strategy, and team leadership to create meaningful customer experiences."

AI wrote this, but I think I could do better. Schedule that Teams call and you’ll see.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Experience Supervisor – Clientele and Visual Merchandising at Reformation | Sustainable clothing retailer
April 29, 2022 - Present
Developed 4 new newsletters per month, 3 email outreach templates per quarter, and 50 social media stories per week for product and promotions. Merchandised clothing and accessories weekly for in-store racks. Generated 18.6% of overall 2025 revenue. Contributed +6% lift to LY revenue and +2% lift to conversion.
Graphic Designer at FirNW | Student-led agency
December 31, 2023 - May 31, 2024
Built brand identity for 6 small business accounts in the greater Portland area. Delivered assets: 9 packaging concepts, 24 logo mockups, 18 web design templates, and 4 brand books with copy for brand guidelines. Awarded internally for best creative team. Cross-trained in strategy and brief writing.
Supervisor – Sales and Visual Merchandising at Pendleton | Woolen blanket and apparel retailer
October 29, 2019 - January 29, 2022
Maintained a Heritage brand image by delivering exceptional customer service and promoting superior product quality. Merchandised 80+ home goods SKUs and 450+ apparel SKUs on a weekly cadence. Handled cash and moved product to and from offsite location. Recognized by Senior Visual Manager.

Education

Bachelor of Arts – Marketing and Advertising Management at Portland State University
August 28, 2022 - June 14, 2024

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Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education