American Girl is subsidiary of Mattel, a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

We collaborate:
Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
We innovate:
At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
We execute:
We are a performance driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best in class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

The Full-Time Visual Merchandiser position is part of the American Girl New York City retail store team. Weekend availability required. 

The Opportunity:
The American Girl New York City retail store is looking for a dynamic individual as a Full-Time Visual Merchandiser. This position entails new product launches and initiatives, seasonal floor sets, changes to floor due to product availability, daily maintenance of product displays, and adherence to the organization's visual high standards. Weekend availaiblity required. 
This is a 37.5 hrs/wk. benefitted position. The hiring range for this position is $19.00 - $22.50 per hour.
What Your Impact Will Be: 
- Assist visual merchandising manager in the execution of display window changes, merchandise changes and planogram layouts, and graphic changes.
- Create dynamic displays using dolls and complementary product. Keep current on product knowledge.
- Demonstrate flexibility in prioritizing tasks based on business need and to troubleshoot when product availability becomes an issue.
- Maintain the overall visual and merchandising standards of the store consistent with the organization's vision of the brand.
- Develop and maintain positive, cooperative relationships with staff, management, and corporate partners. Provide assistance to customers as needed.
- Stock merchandise when needed.

• 1 - 2 years of successful work experience in retail merchandising, retail, or related field which includes expertise in customer service, preferred.
• Knowledge of general visual principles required with a strong emphasis on construction and detail.
• Manual skills in doll styling, straight blade cutting, and minor assembly, preferred.
• Ability to work independently and quickly within a team setting 
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, late nights, weekends and holidays.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

What It’s Like to Work Here:

American Girl is subsidiary of Mattel, a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:
- We collaborate:
-  Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
- We innovate:
-  At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
- We execute:
-  We are a performance driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best in class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.