O*NET-SOC 27-1026.00

Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers

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

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Dress mannequins for displays.Supplemental9273
Plan commercial displays to entice and appeal to customers.Core9263
Arrange properties, furniture, merchandise, backdrops, or other accessories, as shown in prepared sketches.Core9269
Change or rotate window displays, interior display areas, or signage to reflect changes in inventory or promotion.Core9265
Place prices or descriptive signs on backdrops, fixtures, merchandise, or floor.Core9264
Consult with store managers, buyers, sales associates, housekeeping staff, or engineering staff to determine appropriate placement of displays or products.Core20752
Maintain props, products, or mannequins, inspecting them for imperfections, doing touch-ups, cleaning up after customers, or applying preservative coatings as necessary.Core20753
Supervise or train staff members on daily tasks, such as visual merchandising.Supplemental20755
Develop ideas or plans for merchandise displays or window decorations.Core9267
Assemble or set up displays, furniture, or products in store space, using colors, lights, pictures, or other accessories to display the product.Core20754
Store, pack, and maintain inventory records of props, products, or display items.Supplemental20756
Install booths, exhibits, displays, carpets, or drapes, as guided by floor plan of building or specifications.Core9281
Select themes, lighting, colors, or props to be used.Core9275
Use computers to produce signage.Supplemental9272
Prepare sketches, floor plans, or models of proposed displays.Supplemental9279
Consult with advertising or sales staff to determine type of merchandise to be featured and time and place for each display.Core9268
Attend training sessions or corporate planning meetings to obtain new ideas for product launches.Core9276
Instruct sales staff in color coordination of clothing racks or counter displays.Supplemental9277
Collaborate with others to obtain products or other display items.Core9271
Install decorations, such as flags, banners, festive lights, or bunting on or in building, street, exhibit hall, or booth.Supplemental9282
Construct or assemble displays or display components from fabric, glass, paper, or plastic, using hand tools or woodworking power tools, according to specifications.Core9270
Obtain plans from display designers or display managers and discuss their implementation with clients or supervisors.Core9266
Take photographs of displays or signage.Core9262
Cut out designs on cardboard, hardboard, or plywood, according to motif of event.Supplemental9280

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 25 examples in 14 categories, 17 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Document management software

Adobe AcrobatHot Technology

Graphics or photo imaging software

Adobe Creative Cloud softwareHot Technology
Adobe IllustratorHot Technology
Graphics software
SmugMug Flickr
Trimble SketchUp ProHot Technology

Desktop publishing software

Adobe InDesignHot Technology

Operating system software

Apple iOSHot Technology

Internet browser software

Apple SafariHot Technology
Microsoft EdgeHot Technology
Microsoft Internet Explorer
Mozilla FirefoxHot Technology
Netscape Navigator

Computer aided design CAD software

Autodesk AutoCADHot Technology

Electronic mail software

Email software
IBM Lotus Notes
Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Word processing software

Google DocsHot Technology
Microsoft WordHot Technology

Inventory management software

Inventory control systems

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Analytical or scientific software

SASHot Technology

Video creation and editing software

YouTube

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor current trends.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Select materials or props.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

Develop promotional strategies or plans.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Draw detailed or technical illustrations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Develop artistic or design concepts for decoration, exhibition, or commercial purposes.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Handling and Moving Objects

Construct distinctive physical objects for artistic, functional, or commercial purposes.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Build models, patterns, or templates.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Arrange artwork, products, or props.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Controlling Machines and Processes

Operate still or video cameras or related equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

Maintain records, documents, or other files.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Collaborate with others in marketing activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Discuss production content and progress with others.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

Train others on work processes.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Monitoring and Controlling Resources

Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 14

Distinct tools0

Level mix

No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.