RACHEL LOPEZ
Middletown, NJ ****8
abkivy@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Cosmopolitan Magazine May 2010- July 2010
Fashion Intern (Accessories) New York, NY
. Organized and maintained the fashion closet
. Recorded and tracked invoices from fashion houses and PR companies
. Represented Cosmo at photo shoots and marketing appointments, attended
editorial meetings
. Organized look books and created story boards for magazine layouts
. Researched developing trends, fashions, and collections for fashion
editor assistant
. Emailed and called companies daily in regard to sample tracking
. Revised multiple market lists for fashion editor assistant
. Ran multiple company errands in the Manhattan area daily
StyleCaster May 2010- July 2010
Brand Ambassador New York, NY
. Promoted StyleCaster through social networking websites
. Created fashion and beauty topics to be researched and then posted on
the company website
. Attended company parties and events to promote the company name
. Posted blogs and articles daily on Facebook
. Created daily mirrors for company
White House Black Market June 2009- October 2009
Sales Representative Dallas, TX
. Worked up to 20 hours per week at a TCB store location
. Assisted management in maintaining stockroom inventory levels
. Created and maintained store displays
. Provided personal assistance to customers regarding apparel and
accessory selections, dress, etc.
. Consistently met daily store/individual sales goals
. Organized and maintained the sale floor
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
Activities Coordinator, Merchandising Inc. Fall 2008-
present
. Attended meetings and utilized organization to enhance knowledge of
Retail Merchandising
. Planned and organized over ten social events and industry tours in the
Dallas area
Member, MOSE Fall 2009-present
. Attended meetings and workshops to enhance knowledge of the fashion
industry
Stylist, Merchandising Inc. Spring Fashion Show Spring 2010
. Styled multiple models for an annual North Texas fashion show
Stylist, MODA Fall 2009
. Styled multiple models for an annual North Texas fashion show "Fashion
at the Fountains"- Received highest scores for styling
Member, Texas Exes Spring 2008
. Promoted The University of Texas and involved alumni and students in
school events
Texas Advertising Group (TAG) Fall 2007-Spring
2008
. Provided students interested in advertising an opportunity to build
relationships and gain more information in the communication business
NEW YORK STUDY TOUR
. Toured the headquarters of major fashion labels, magazines, and retail
suppliers
. Documented the job requirements for different areas of retailing
. Analyzed the daily schedules and workloads of successful men and women
in the fashion industry
. Networked with industry contacts
EDUCATION
University of North Texas, Denton, TX
Bachelor of Science, Retail Merchandising
SKILLS
. Merchandising and customer service experience
. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
. Demonstrated excellent communication skills in work environment
. Skilled in American Sign Language
. Demonstrated excellent leadership skills in multiple academic
organizations