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Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers

Median Salary
36,230
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Plan and erect commercial displays, such as those in windows and interiors of retail stores and at trade exhibitions.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

92%

Private not for profit

3%

Self-employed

3%

State and local government

1%

Federal Government

1%

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$30,010

10%

$36,230

Median

$40,530

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    39%

  • Some college

    19%

  • Bachelor's degree

    17%

  • Associate's degree

    14%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    8%

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Sales and Marketing
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administration and Management
  • Computers and Electronics
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Artistic

You love creating things and expressing yourself through art, writing and music.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.