James Junio
James Junio
Artist, Storyteller, Merchandiser, Marathoner, New Father of Two

 ARTIST, MERCHANDISER, MARATHONER, NEW FATHER OF TWO

Freshly relocated from NYC to DMV

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 Throughout my career, I have successfully balanced creativity with efficiency while promoting the vision and culture of acclaimed brands. My wide breadth of skill and experience has developed dynamic teams, consistently resulting in innovative customer experiences, proving indispensable in elevating value for any organization.

EXPERIENCE

Visual Merchandiser @ MOSCOT NYC — 2018-2023

Corporate lead of global visual presence for heritage fashion eyewear brand. Responsible for creating visual branding strategies by implementing successful window campaigns and customer experiences at domestic and international brick and mortar shops. Opened shops in Paris, Los Angeles, London, and Milan. Collaborated with boutique retailers, Dover Street Market, Todd Snyder, and Visual Culture Hong Kong to create branded concessions. Designed environmental graphics for international trade shows and Global Doors. Fostered relationships with vendors, printers, and construction teams across the globe to meet scheduled milestones.

Visual Merchant @ CB2 NYC — 2007-2018

Led NYC visual presence for Modern Furniture and Home Decor brand. Designed showrooms and window displays to highlight furniture and accessories following fashion and design trends. Directed Design Office staff including Inventory Control and Design Team Leads. Partnered directly with Corporate Merchandising and Marketing Teams to host events for Domino Magazine, Kravitz Design, and Fred Segal. Managed store design budget for props, foliage, fixtures, graphics, and supplies. Trained management and sales teams to uphold design standards. Involved in the recruitment and development of new candidates to understand company standards and company culture.

Management Trainee @ Crate and Barrel Soho NYC — 2006-2007

Sales @ Quiksilver Time Square NYC — 2006

Team Leader: Housewares @ Urban Outfitters 72nd St NYC — 2004-2006

EDUCATION

Savannah College of Art & Design, Savannah, GA —

BFA Illustration, BFA Media and Performing Arts, 2003