Sales Project
Resume:
Julie D. Thomas
Dallas, TX 75206
abk66c@r.postjobfree.com
Objective
To become part of an industry leading organization within which I can
display my creativity and talent, while continuing to expand and
broaden my vision and experience within the industry.
Education
Louisiana State University (LSU)
Baton Rouge, LA
Major - B.S. in Textiles, Apparel and Merchandising with a
concentration in Merchandising
Minor - Business Administration
Graduation date: May 2010
Related Courses: Product Development, Visual Merchandising,
Management, History of Costume, Public Speaking, Retail Math,
Marketing, Media Writing, Textile Sciences, Entrepreneurship, Finance,
Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, Office, Photoshop
Experience
Ottilie Brodmann Luxury Clothing Line
Intern/Associate June
2009-August 2009
During my tenure as an intern, and later as an associate, for the New
Orleans based designer Elsa Brodmann, my primary accomplishments
included producing Ms. Brodmann's Fall/Winter 2009 Line Sheet,
producing and marketing the designer's Fall/Winter 2009 Lookbook, co-
coordinating the Fall/Winter 2009 Runway Show and writing articles and
photo editing for Ms Brodmann's newly launched online lifestyle
magazine. My specific responsibilities in the Line Sheet development
process included sketching the designers Fall/Winter 2009 clothing
collection, editing the sketches using computer software and creating
detailed garment descriptions. For the Fall/Winter 2009 Lookbook, my
responsibilities included assisting in the styling process for photo
shoots including clothes selection, accessorizing, and hair and makeup
ideas. Additionally, I served as the photo editor, creating and
incorporating the photo descriptions. Upon completion, I marketed the
designers Lookbook to clothing boutiques around the United States
through direct mail, online solicitation and direct contact. During
the Ottilie by Ottilie Brodmann Fall/Winter 2009 Runway Show, my
responsibilities included dressing models, clothing alterations,
organizing and managing the design and runway line for the models,
venue setup and managing the seating chart, mailing lists and invite
process. I also served as photo editor, and wrote several articles
for the new online magazine launched by Ms. Brodmann to showcase the
regional lifestyle scene in New Orleans entitled AmelieGmag.com. I
also contacted and previewed local boutiques and shops to showcase and
solicit advertising for the magazine.
Vertigo Clothing Boutique
Senior Sales Associate May
2008-June 2009
In my role at Vertigo, I was responsible for the Opening and End-of-
Day Closing process of the boutique, directing Sales Associates,
organizing in-store sales events, managing daily commercial functions
and customer satisfaction and service. I worked with vendors and the
boutique's Proprietor to place inventory orders and co-ordinate
inventory management, pricing and the sales processes. I managed cash
and credit based accounts on the floor for the Boutique. I performed
personal wardrobe consulting, working with clients to provide garment
selection, co-ordination, fit and accessorizing based on special
events or clients individual requests. I designed and created in-
store window displays and advertising promotions, as well as, designed
and created displays for photo-shoots and style shows in order to
showcase the Boutique.
Dr. Debroeck and Holleran's Family Practice
Receptionist /Administration
August 2004-May 2006
As a receptionist for the practice my daily responsibilities included
answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, organizing patient
charts, keeping the back office organized, working with pharmacists to
provide prescription orders and promoting patient satisfaction.
Academic Projects
Textile and Apparel Product Development Project
The scope of the project was to design a collection of women's
lingerie using the knowledge of design elements and principles. The
project requirements included design, garment specifications, pricing,
manufacturing, fashion research, merchandising and window display and
promotion. My design line was recognized and selected for exhibition
and public display at the Fashion Schools venue on the LSU campus.
Social Organizations/Charities
Pi Beta Phi Sorority - Vice President: Administration 2006 Pledge
Class
New Member Selection Committee - 2008
New Member Educator Lead - 2007-2008
Homecoming Chair - 2007
Leadership Nomination Committee Interview Committee -
2008-2010
The Baton Rouge Center for Battered Women - Volunteer and donation
solicitor.
Connections for Life - Volunteer supporting single women who are
homeless and /or suffering with dependency issues.
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