Katie Kastorff

Katie Kastorff

Director of Visual Merchandising & Operations · Urban Decay

Huntington Beach, CA

In My Own Words

A passionate and organized brand leader with over 13 years of diverse experience in Visual Merchandising & Design, Project Management, Creative Services, and Fixture Production.

Work Experience

Director of Visual Merchandising & Operations

Urban Decay

2018 – Present

Visual Merchandising Manager

Urban Decay

2016 – 2018

From inception to delivery, oversee all Visual Merchandising updates and special projects for high profile Shop In Shop locations. Approaching each project with a full service perspective that utilizes strategy, operations, logistics, and project management.

Visual Merchandising Manager of Custom In-Store Design

Skechers USA

2014 – 2016

Designed custom in-store programs for 40+ key retailers, integrating multiple divisions to support the overall Skechers story.

Project Manager

DB Studios

2012 – 2014

Managed prototyping, manufacturing, distribution and inventory of custom retail displays (temporary, semi-permanent and permanent). Led the planning and implementation of retail display projects; building timelines and defining scope to ensure all jobs were delivered on time. Sourced and developed suppliers for labor, equipment, casework, materials, lighting, electronics and graphics (domestic and overseas). Construction managed 7 movie theatre concession build-outs, ranging from $250K-$800K each. Responsibilities included project estimating, design and bid reviews, material purchasing, change orders, and site management through certification of occupancy.

Visual Merchandising Manager

Billabong USA

2008 – 2012

Responsible for the consumer experience in Beachworks Shops for all categories of product; including messaging and visual presentation.

Retail Visual Merchandiser

VANS

2006 – 2008

Managed the sourcing, production, and distribution of all visual materials for 170 retail stores; included sign kits, windows, and in-store fixtures.

Retail Merchandising Specialist

Quiksilver

2004 – 2006

Created store displays for 20+ retail accounts in Orange County, department stores and freestanding retail stores.

Education

Bachelors of Science

University of California - Santa Barbara

1999 – 2003

Bachelors of Science

Study Abroad

University of Queensland - St Lucia

2001 – 2001

Study Abroad

Industries

Creative AgenciesFashionLifestyleMusicOutdoorSkateSnowStreetwearSurfSwim

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