Merry Muhsman
About Merry Muhsman
Merry Muhsman is a Copywriter and Quality Assurance Manager at Oriental Trading Company, where she has worked since 2017. She manages a team of copywriters and proofreaders, and has extensive experience in copywriting, quality assurance, and team leadership.
Work at Oriental Trading
Merry Muhsman has been employed at Oriental Trading Company since 2017, serving as a Copywriter and Quality Assurance Manager. In this role, she manages a team of four Copywriters and three Quality Assurance Proofreaders. Her responsibilities include providing daily guidance, conducting weekly meetings, and performing yearly reviews. Prior to her current position, she held various roles at Oriental Trading, including Creative Coordinator, Quality Assurance and Copy Supervisor, and Account Services Manager, accumulating a total of 20 years of experience with the company.
Education and Expertise
Merry Muhsman studied at Midland University from 1990 to 1994, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism. Her educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in copywriting and quality assurance. Her expertise extends to developing post-mortems and strategies for multiple business divisions, showcasing her ability to analyze and improve processes within the organization.
Background
Merry Muhsman's professional journey at Oriental Trading Company began in 1997 and spans over two decades. She transitioned through various roles, including Account Services Manager from 2012 to 2017, where she developed relationships with key vendors to enhance business solutions. Her extensive experience within the company has provided her with a deep understanding of its operations and team dynamics.
Achievements
In her current role, Merry Muhsman has successfully developed post-mortems and strategies in collaboration with Marketing, Merchandising, and Creative teams across 11 business divisions. She regularly presents these strategies to executive leadership and key team members, contributing to informed decision-making. Additionally, she leads the product publicity team, managing relationships with various media outlets, including TV shows, magazines, and radio stations.