Manager High School

Nikki Gray

***B Puller Place San Clemente CA ****2

Cell 209-***-**** --*****.*****@*****.***

EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVE

A fashion entry level position with a dynamic fashion-forward company,

where I can learn the ins and outs of the fashion industry. I am looking

for an opportunity to share my unique designs and ideas. I am halfway

through a fashion design and fashion merchandising certificate program

and would like to gain valuable knowledge and experience working within

a fashion company.

STRENGTHS-SKILLS-ABILITIES

• Significant ability to interpret client requirements and create designs that pinpoint

their target markets

• Good knowledge of fabrics, and the ability to chose the best match between garment

design and fabric

• Unique sense of design ideas, as well as the ability to accurately sketch designs

• Proven ability to translate client garment design requirements into design illustrations

using leading design software such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

• Equally adept at performing as a project team member or working independently,

depending on the nature of the project at hand

Basic knowledge and ability to sew garments

• Basic knowledge and ability to design and draft patterns

• Excellent leadership skills in managing a project team

• Strong understanding of fashion show production, choreography, and direction from

selection of the venue, to model auditions, to finale

• Hair and makeup abilities from high fashion to girl-next-door

WORK EXPERIENCE

Server, Claimjumper Restaurant, Monrovia- Roseville- Mission Viejo (2008-2010)

Responsibilities include: handling multiple tasks throughout work day, anticipating and

understanding customers needs, memorizing and a quick ability to have updated menu

knowledge at all times, ability to work in a fast paced environment as a team player,

handling problems in an efficient and professional manner while finding a solution that

leaves customers satisfied.

Server, Macaroni Grille, Monrovia (2006-2008)

‘See responsibilities above’

Server, Mallards Restaurant, Modesto (2005-2006)

‘See responsibilities above’

Retail Sales Consultant/ Makeup Artist, Roseville (2004)

Learned the basics of the retail merchandise business by performing direct client sales

and service for company. Assessed clients needs for beauty regiments while giving tips

on makeup application. Used newest products to update makeup looks for clients.

Office Manager, American Mortgage, Fair Oaks (2003-2004)

Performed daily tasks of setting up offices for work day. Prepared all documents for loan

officers and filed all paperwork. Met with clients, assessed their individual needs before

turning them over to a loan officer. Maintained a clean, professional work environment

for all staff. Answered telephones, input all loan sheets into computer, and kept office

stocked with necessary inventory.

EDUCATION-TRAINING-KNOWLEDGE

Currently enrolled in Fashion Design and Fashion Merchandising Program, American

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River College and transferring to Long Beach City College

• Student Fashion Council President

• High school graduate Capital Christian High School (2003)

‘Fashion Re-Defined’ Director, Production Manager, and Choreographer

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• Modeled in several fashion photo-shoots, and runway shows

OTHER INTERESTS AND PASSIONS

Interests outside of the fashion industry include: music, singing/songwriting, entertaining,

writing books/poetry, wine tasting/culture, reading, movies, painting, interior decorating,

and family.

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