OBJECTIVES:
To utilize my skills in a motivating, upbeat environment which enables me
to make a positive contribution to the organization.
To assist market growth via planning, merchandising, and marketing.
To lead through example, promoting and providing professional and
productive energy.
KEY SKILLS:
A Self-starter. I enjoy working hands-on, conquering challenges, organizing
ideas, and following through with goal orientated plans.
Great at Multi-tasking. I am versatile and can organize myself to take on
multiple job responsibilities while maintaining a calm and professional
attitude.
A Team player. I enjoy working with others towards a common goal, whether
it be working behind the scenes or leading my colleagues to the finish
line.
Motivated. I am enthusiastic and energetic. I enjoy a creative atmosphere
where I can introduce productive solutions and help play a positive role
with-in a company.
Proficient in Mac, PC, Quark, Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook &
FTP programs; Fluent in Spanish.
EDUCATION:
Fashion Institute of Technology, NY, NY
Accelerated Associate in Applied Science
Graduated May 2005
Major: Fashion Merchandising Management
Honors: Magna Cum Laude, The National Dean's List, Phi Theta Kappa
International Honor Society
Manhattan College, Riverdale, NY
Bachelor of Science
Graduated May 2003
Major: Elementary Education
Minors: Mathematics, English, and Spanish
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE:
Aug. 2009 - Present QVC, West Chester, PA
Fashion stylist, image department
Create fashion stories for on-air fashion, beauty and accessory shows.
Stimulate fashion branding which promote market growth.
Style, dress and manage model talent.
Assist running live New York Mercedes Benz fashion week shows.
Manage apparel and visual photo shoots for print and web media.
Style and assist TV promotional media.
June 2009 - Present Lyceum Wellness Center, Philadelphia, PA
Office supervisor/ marketing coordinator, medical office
Supervise office operations.
Direct product merchandising.
Compile and chart daily statistics and maintain profit goals.
Prepare and execute promotional events.
Employ marketing plans.
Coordinate television, radio, and print advertising.
Sept. 2008 - June 2009 Spiegel Brands INC., King of Prussia, PA
Fashion stylist/ key holder, retail store
Assisted with window displays and maintained store appearance on a daily
basis.
Communicated with VP of retail, assistant buyer and store manager on all
corporate matters.
Assisted with merchandising products, signage placement, and promotional
incentives.
Assisted with charting daily statistics and maintaining profit goals.
Accountable for examining market trends and communicating them to
clientele.
Provided wardrobe selection for clientele.
Assisted in fashion stylist employee training.
July 2006 - July 2008 MacFadden Communications Group LLC., NY, NY
The Pet Elite Magazine: Freelance fashion coordinator/ graphic designer,
editorial department;
Researched fashion trends.
Created visual story boards.
Organized and styled photo shoots.
Designed editorial and fashion story layouts for the magazine.
Acted as a liaison between the editorial director, art director and
photographer.
Managed incoming and outgoing flow of fashion samples.
Booked photographer and talent for photo shoots.
Responsible for organizing and ordering props for photo shoots.
Calculated art and photography budgets.
Designed trade ads for print.
Created marketing sheets for mass mailings and trade shows.
July 2006 - July 2008 MacFadden Communications Group LLC., NY, NY
Freelance graphic designer, marketing department
Designed trade ads for print.
Created marketing sheets for mass mailings and trade shows.
Sept. 2005 - July 2008 MacFadden Communications Group LLC., NY, NY
Grocery Headquarters Magazine: Production manager, production department
Coordinated, reviewed and approved all editorial and advertising materials
for print.
Prepared all circulation, trade show, and office magazine distribution.
Responsible for production and print schedules.
Feb. 2005 - May 2005 ELLE Magazine, NY, NY
Bookings/production intern, fashion department
Assisted with clothing samples.
Helped organize the fashion closet.
Assisted with photographer, model, and hair and make-up bookings for all
fashion photo shoots.
Managed photo credit logs for all photo shoots.
Maintained all photo shoot call sheets.
Kept a log of all talent used in competitor magazines.
Organized talent management contracts and invoices.
Sept. 2003 - Aug. 2005 Lord & Taylor Department Store, Huntington, NY
Chanel beauty analyst/make-up artist, cosmetic department
Assisted clients in skin maintenance regime.
Arranged and styled make-over sessions and make-up wardrobes for clients.
Helped coordinate monthly promotional events.