Fashion retail visual merchandising professional with 10+ years of experience creating captivating in-store displays, enhancing brand aesthetics, and driving sales through strategic visual storytelling. Skilled in virtual styling and personal shopping, translating customer needs into polished, on-trend looks. I also create and edit engaging short-form fashion content across Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, manage social performance tracking, and write SEO-optimized fashion/editorial content. Known for brand consistency, strong client communication, and a location-driven approach that strengthens community connection and boosts in-store traffic.

Jessica Blanchard

Fashion retail visual merchandising professional with 10+ years of experience creating captivating in-store displays, enhancing brand aesthetics, and driving sales through strategic visual storytelling. Skilled in virtual styling and personal shopping, translating customer needs into polished, on-trend looks. I also create and edit engaging short-form fashion content across Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, manage social performance tracking, and write SEO-optimized fashion/editorial content. Known for brand consistency, strong client communication, and a location-driven approach that strengthens community connection and boosts in-store traffic.

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Fashion retail visual merchandising professional with 10+ years of experience creating captivating in-store displays, enhancing brand aesthetics, and driving sales through strategic visual storytelling. Skilled in virtual styling and personal shopping, translating customer needs into polished, on-trend looks.

I also create and edit engaging short-form fashion content across Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, manage social performance tracking, and write SEO-optimized fashion/editorial content. Known for brand consistency, strong client communication, and a location-driven approach that strengthens community connection and boosts in-store traffic.

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Work Experience

Virtual Stylist & Social Content Creator
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Provided curated, personalized styling for clients using digital tools. Produced engaging fashion content for Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook to increase brand visibility and audience engagement; supported fashion writing and editorial planning with an SEO focus; managed tailored communication with partners and customers.
Fashion Retail Visual Merchandising Manager
January 1, 2020 - Present
Developed and executed a cohesive visual storytelling approach across local fashion retail. Created in-store display concepts and maintained brand-aligned presentation standards that supported seasonal trends and sales goals.
Fashion Retail Visual Merchandising Manager at Midas Shoes
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Processed transactions, managed inventory, and ensured store tidiness while staying up to date on new arrivals and promotions. Maintained visual merchandising standards to keep displays attractive, organized, and aligned with seasonal trends to drive sales.
National Visual Merchandising Manager at Brooks Brothers
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Designed and executed eye-catching in-store displays to enhance brand image and drive sales. Planned and implemented floor layouts, window displays, and product placements based on seasonal trends; ensured visual consistency with brand guidelines. Collaborated with marketing and retail teams and monitored competitor merchandising strategies. Managed display inventory and trained store staff to maintain presentation integrity.
National Visual Merchandising Manager at David Lawrence
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
State-level visual merchandising leadership including standard setting, display planning, and brand-consistent in-store presentation. Managed display-related inventory and coordinated with retail teams to maintain updated merchandising assets and signage.
Property Stylist at Spatial Image Property Styling
January 1, 2013 - Present
Assisted in staging and styling residential properties for sale by selecting furniture, décor, and accessories to improve market appeal. Supported visual merchandising by arranging layouts, creating styled vignettes, and ensuring cohesive design aesthetics. Coordinated with vendors and managed inventory of styling props to keep the styling process organized and efficient.
State Visual Merchandising Manager at Roger David
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014
Visual Merchandiser at Mossimo
January 1, 2009 - Present
Visual Merchandiser at Sportscraft
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012
Visual Merchandiser at Susans
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
Fashion Retail Sales Associate at Country Road
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006
Fashion Retail Sales Associate at Shoobiz
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2004
Fashion Retail Sales Associate at Kayshandbags
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000

Education

Diploma in Interior Design at Interior Design Institute
January 1, 2013 - July 10, 2026
Certificate 4 in Visual Merchandising at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2005 - July 10, 2026
Certificate 3 in Design Fundamentals at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2003 - July 10, 2026
Higher School Certificate at Cheltenham Girls High School
January 1, 2000 - July 10, 2026

Qualifications

Diploma in Interior Design
January 1, 2013 - July 10, 2026
Certificate 4 in Visual Merchandising
January 1, 2005 - July 10, 2026
Certificate 3 in Design Fundamentals
January 1, 2003 - July 10, 2026
Higher School Certificate
January 1, 2000 - July 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment