Samantha Hammel

*** ******* **** *****, ********** Il 62223 . 618-***-****

.abmi1n@r.postjobfree.com

Education

University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri

August 2006- May 2010

. Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences

. Majoring in Textile and Apparel Management; track in Marketing and

Merchandising

. GPA: 3.2/4.0

American Intercontinental University, Paris, France

June 2008-August 2008

. Studied trend forecasting and performed inspiration-based research

. Gained invaluable experience in fashion styling and collaborated with

photographers and models

. Assisted the design team in various responsibilities including:

layouts, color palettes, line sheets, presentation boards, trim

sourcing/organization, and sample management

Work Experience

Gap Inc., Sales Associate, Columbia, Missouri

August 2007-May 2010

. Communicated information to customers about the quality, value and

style of Gap products, such as fit, fabric, price and shrinkage

. Operated Gap Intranet interactive inventory and customer service

database

. Provided courteous, helpful customers service throughout the store,

including the Sales Floor, Fitting Room, and Cash Wrap

St. Clair Country Club, Athletic Instructor, Belleville, Illinois

July 2005-August 2008

. Coordinated activities on the pool deck with activities in the

corporate office, kept track of sign-in sheets, collected liability

release forms, logged customer requests

. Taught swimming, performed ability testing and lead water games.

. Trained and mentored new instructors and assistants

Internship Experience

Verizon Wireless, Brand Ambassador, Columbia, Missouri

October 2009- January 2010

. Demonstrated Verizon Wireless and Blackberry products and services

. Assisted Verizon Wireless with expanding the client base

. Participated in marketing research, client meetings, and strategic

planning

ALIVE Magazine, Fashion Intern, St. Louis, Missouri May

2009-August 2009

. Worked closely with photographer and styled fashion shoots for monthly

editorials

. Assisted in styling the national BAKERS photo shoot for their FALL 09 in

store and magazine advertisements

. Worked closely with clients for marketing events and promoted the

magazine

Skills

. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Intranet

. Excellent verbal and written communication skills

. Direct experience talking to clients, companies, and constituents

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