Entry Level Visual Merchandising Coordinator Jobs
New grad visual merchandising coordinator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work demonstrating display concepts and product styling can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Retail, and Technology & Software, with employers like Pinterest, Palm Beach Atlantic University, and IDEO hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
The Visual Arts Faculty is a full-time, 9-month faculty position located primarily on the Old Charlotte Highway (OCH) Campus in Monroe, NC with a start date for Spring 2027. The interview process is expected to occur in late November/early December. To ensure consideration, please apply by November 27.
Under the direction of the Department Chair, this individual has responsibility for teaching and learning, curriculum development, assessment, continuous improvement, advising, professional development, institutional service, and community relations in visual arts courses.
Comprehensive Benefits Package to include health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental cafeteria plan.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES SUMMARY
- Exhibit an uncompromising commitment to South Piedmont Community College as a learning-centered college through the College’s mission, vision, values, core skills and learning outcomes, and delivery of instruction and services
- Develop curriculum using effective learning strategies, syllabi, and materials that promote successful teaching and learning
- Facilitate learning through online, hybrid, and/or classroom activities designed to support student success where applicable
- Access and return student work with feedback in a timely manner
- Inform students of their grades and progress in the course
- Maintain regular office hours on campus
- Actively participate in continuous improvement planning through the assessment of learning outcomes at the course and program levels
- Create, select, and use appropriate learning materials and resources, including textbooks and library resources which meet college accessibility guidelines
- Stay current with developments in the field of technology and learning theory
- Demonstrate a high-level professionalism in developing and/or implementing long- and short-range plans
- Participate in institutional, advisory, and program/instruction committees, campus activities, and representation of the college in the community, as needed
- Continue professional development for the improvement of self and the program
- Accept teaching assignments, based on the needs of the college, at one or more of the following: L.L. Polk campus (Polkton), Old Charlotte Highway campus (Monroe), or in community locations (Anson and/or Union counties)
- Accept teaching assignments scheduled during the day, evening, weekends, or online
- Participate in student recruitment, retention, advising, and registration activities
- Participate in or support the mentoring process, the SPCC Foundation, and grant identification, preparation, implementation, and evaluation
- Provide accessibility to students and colleagues
- Maintain and submit all required class records and/or reports on time
- Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the dean, or the Vice President of Academic Affairs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A Master’s degree in Visual Art OR a completed Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Visual Art
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Working knowledge/utilization of Microsoft Office products
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- One academic year of full-time teaching experience or a part-time teaching equivalent at the college level
- Familiarity with a course management system such as Canvas
- Experience teaching web-enhanced, blended/hybrid, and online classes
- Experience with learning outcomes assessment
- Demonstrated innovation in teaching
- Effective problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
- Evidence of a career that includes
- flexibility and a willingness to change
- open-mindedness, fairness and the ability to see multiple perspectives
- a willingness to take risks
- a willingness to accept responsibility for professional and personal growth
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
SPECIAL CONDITIONS ELIGIBILITY SUMMARY
EEO STATEMENT SUMMARY
South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.
POSTING DETAIL INFORMATION
Posting Number JP00852FY17-18
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
INTRODUCTION
The Visual Arts Faculty is a full-time, 9-month faculty position located primarily on the Old Charlotte Highway (OCH) Campus in Monroe, NC with a start date for Spring 2027. The interview process is expected to occur in late November/early December. To ensure consideration, please apply by November 27.
Under the direction of the Department Chair, this individual has responsibility for teaching and learning, curriculum development, assessment, continuous improvement, advising, professional development, institutional service, and community relations in visual arts courses.
Comprehensive Benefits Package to include health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental cafeteria plan.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES SUMMARY
- Exhibit an uncompromising commitment to South Piedmont Community College as a learning-centered college through the College’s mission, vision, values, core skills and learning outcomes, and delivery of instruction and services
- Develop curriculum using effective learning strategies, syllabi, and materials that promote successful teaching and learning
- Facilitate learning through online, hybrid, and/or classroom activities designed to support student success where applicable
- Access and return student work with feedback in a timely manner
- Inform students of their grades and progress in the course
- Maintain regular office hours on campus
- Actively participate in continuous improvement planning through the assessment of learning outcomes at the course and program levels
- Create, select, and use appropriate learning materials and resources, including textbooks and library resources which meet college accessibility guidelines
- Stay current with developments in the field of technology and learning theory
- Demonstrate a high-level professionalism in developing and/or implementing long- and short-range plans
- Participate in institutional, advisory, and program/instruction committees, campus activities, and representation of the college in the community, as needed
- Continue professional development for the improvement of self and the program
- Accept teaching assignments, based on the needs of the college, at one or more of the following: L.L. Polk campus (Polkton), Old Charlotte Highway campus (Monroe), or in community locations (Anson and/or Union counties)
- Accept teaching assignments scheduled during the day, evening, weekends, or online
- Participate in student recruitment, retention, advising, and registration activities
- Participate in or support the mentoring process, the SPCC Foundation, and grant identification, preparation, implementation, and evaluation
- Provide accessibility to students and colleagues
- Maintain and submit all required class records and/or reports on time
- Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the dean, or the Vice President of Academic Affairs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A Master’s degree in Visual Art OR a completed Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Visual Art
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Working knowledge/utilization of Microsoft Office products
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- One academic year of full-time teaching experience or a part-time teaching equivalent at the college level
- Familiarity with a course management system such as Canvas
- Experience teaching web-enhanced, blended/hybrid, and online classes
- Experience with learning outcomes assessment
- Demonstrated innovation in teaching
- Effective problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
- Evidence of a career that includes
- flexibility and a willingness to change
- open-mindedness, fairness and the ability to see multiple perspectives
- a willingness to take risks
- a willingness to accept responsibility for professional and personal growth
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
SPECIAL CONDITIONS ELIGIBILITY SUMMARY
EEO STATEMENT SUMMARY
South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.
POSTING DETAIL INFORMATION
Posting Number JP00852FY17-18
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
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Entry Level Visual Merchandising Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level visual merchandising coordinator job?
Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate visual awareness through a portfolio, even if that means including class projects, volunteer work, or personal styling exercises. Familiarity with planogram software, an eye for spatial arrangement, and any retail or display internship experience all strengthen your application. Tailoring your resume to highlight aesthetic judgment and attention to detail gives you an edge over candidates with generic retail backgrounds.
Which companies hire entry level visual merchandising coordinators?
Companies hiring entry level visual merchandising coordinators right now include Pinterest, Palm Beach Atlantic University, and IDEO, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from national retail chains, specialty lifestyle brands, and department stores that run structured onboarding programs and welcome candidates stepping into their first coordinator role.
Are there remote entry level visual merchandising coordinator jobs?
Yes, though most roles in this field are on-site given the hands-on nature of display work. About 31% of entry level visual merchandising coordinator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve planogram development, vendor coordination, or digital asset management rather than in-store execution.
Are these new grad visual merchandising coordinator jobs?
Yes, these include new grad, recent graduate, and junior visual merchandising coordinator roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or class projects as qualifying background, or lists a portfolio in place of a long work history. If a listing does not require prior full-time coordinator experience, it is generally open to new grad applicants.
Which industries hire the most entry level visual merchandising coordinators?
Entry Level visual merchandising coordinator roles concentrate in Education, Retail, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because they maintain large store networks, run frequent seasonal resets, and need coordinators who can execute brand standards consistently across multiple locations.