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**Forever 21,** is an American fast fashion retailer headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Originally known as Fashion 21, the first store was founded in Los Angeles on April 16, 1984. Forever 21 is known for it's trendy offerings and low pricing. The company offers fashion for women, men, and children, fashion accessories, shoes, beauty products, and home goods.

Forever 21 continues to be a fashion industry leader with a mission to make the latest trends accessible to all. F21 persists on staying ahead of innovation and providing styles and fit that our customers love. While reinventing for now and beyond, we're seeking passionate and creative new family members to join us on this adventure! F21 continues to operate E-Commerce and 450 locations across the U.S. along with maintaining a strong brand DNA with consumers and within the fashion industry.

In February 2020, Forever 21 came under new ownership made up of Simon Property Group, Brookfield Property Partners, and Authentic Brands Group. Under this new ownership F21 has the financial strength and long term view that will prepare us for the future, while continuing to set the same high standards as it always has. Join our team and learn the inner sanctum of the global fashion industry, while we build the new **Forever 21!**

Please note that when you apply for a job with Forever 21, we collect your name, address, phone number, email address, previous work experience, references and other personal information about your background and experience. Forever 21 values your trust and is committed to the responsible use and protection of personal information. California applicants should refer to our notice in accordance with California Civil Code Sec. 1978.100(b) located .

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**Visual Merchandiser - 277 - (38261)**

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Job Title Visual Merchandiser - 277 Location LOS ANGELES, CA US 90031 - Los Angeles, CA 90031 US (Primary)

Group (Job Type) HQ-Corporate Career Level Entry Level Education Associate Degree Category Visual Merchandising & Visual Operations Job Description **Position**: Visual Merchandiser

**Department**: Visual Merchandising

**Reports to**: Assistant Manager, Visual Merchandising

**Direct Reports**: No

**FLSA Status**: Non-Exempt

**Location**:

**Job Purpose**:

The Merchandiser will be responsible for providing merchandising & styling direction through creativity, competitive analysis and forward thinking. He or she will help to ensure that the corporate visual direction is of the highest caliber and in line with current trends.

**Deliverables**:

* Review product information and develop elevated, trend forward concepts

* Ensure that trends, merchandising and styling techniques are brand appropriate and in line with competitors

* Participate in floorsets, merchandise updates, launches and in-store visual set-ups; travel and assist with new store openings as needed

* Photograph and write verbiage for visual directives ensuring to meet the deadlines set forth by the Visual Department Management Team

* Research upcoming trends through competitive analysis, street style, blogs, runway and magazines on a daily basis

* Create and communicate Visual Training initiatives as they pertain to styling for the field teams to reference

* Visit stores, work with field leaders and provide feedback and solutions to store specific issues that is in line with brand and most recent merchandising and styling direction

* Responsible for providing alternative solutions based on feedback in order to work through call outs

* Collaborate with all cross functional HQ partners to ensure that visual merchandising and styling direction provided is in line and consistent with brand message and departmental needs

* Create solutions and new ideas, always taking into consideration how to elevate, move forward and evolve

Job Requirements **Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications**:

* Must have an Associate or Bachelors degree in Fashion, Merchandising, Design or a similar field

* Must have 2-4 years of experience in merchandising for a retail fashion company

* Must be able to work early or overnight shifts and travel surrounding/remote markets to help provide field leadership teams with feedback, solutions and guidance

* Must be able to work through consistent feedback and work in a fast paced environment in order to maintain the brand message and meet tight deadlines

* Must maintain a positive, team oriented attitude in a high energy environment

* Must have exceptional styling skills. This includes a strong understanding of fashion and latest trends in all markets

* Must be able to think outside of the box and work with a high sense of urgency

* Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and the use of digital cameras

* Must have strong grammar, written and verbal communication skills

* Must have excellent attention to detail, prioritization, organization and time-management skills

* Must be able to maneuver within a corporate environment

* Must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., perform frequent standing, walking, repetitive finger, hand and wrist motions, as well as bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders

* Must be able to stand and/or sit for extended periods of time

**About Forever 21:**

FOREVER 21, is an American fast fashion retailer headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Originally known as Fashion 21, the first store was founded in Los Angeles on April 16, 1984. Forever 21 is known for its trendy offerings and low pricing. The company offers fashion for women, men, and children, fashion accessories, shoes, beauty products, and home goods.

Forever 21 continues to be a fashion industry leader with a mission to make the latest trends accessible to all. F21 persists on staying ahead of innovation and providing styles and fit that our customers love. While reinventing for now and beyond, were seeking passionate and creative new family members to join us on this adventure! F21 continues to operate E-commerce and 450 locations across the U.S. along with maintaining a strong brand DNA with consumers and within the fashion industry.

In February 2020, Forever 21 came under new ownership made up of Simon Property Group, Brookfield Property Partners, and Authentic Brands Group. Under this new ownership F21 has the financial strength and long term view that will prepare us for the future, while continuing to set the same high standards as it always has. Join our team and learn the inner sanctum of the global fashion industry, while we build the new Forever 21!