MATTHEW S SCARBROUGH **********@*****.*** 662-***-****
** **** **** ******, ***. 15, NEW YORK, NY 10128
EDUCATION BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE SPRING 2011
MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY
STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM SUMMER 2007
VICENZA, ITALY
THE ROGUE + 4450
PROFESSIONAL MAY 2010 - PRESENT
EXPERIENCE JACKSON, MS
ASSISTANT BUYER + MERCHANDISE COORDINATOR
assist buyer in sourcing new clothing labels and merchandise selection during wholesale markets
create promotional literature for public distribution and displays throughout the store
generate seasonal displays by creating concept collections that reflect current trends
direct online US and international merchandise sales and distribution
coordinate looks for charity fashion shows and photo shoots featured in local periodicals
develop campaigns for seasonal print ads
organize and direct private trunks shows
SALES ASSOCIATE
remain knowledgeable of current trends, products, and labels throughout the industry
cultivate relationships with developing client base
maintain optimal levels of professionalism and customer service
sustain positive relationships among colleagues and executives
FREELANCE IMAGE CONSULTANT MAY 2010 - PRESENT
JACKSON, MS
PERSONAL SHOPPER + STYLIST
sourcing unique clothing and accessories for a select group of clientele
private closet consultations and seasonal wardrobe rejuvenation
special event styling
JACK VICTOR, USA DECEMBER 2009 - MAY 2010
NEW YORK, NY
ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE OFFICE MANAGER
assisted Executive Office Manager in daily organizational duties
filled invoices, answered phones, logged messages, distributed office faxes
maintained a polished aesthetic throughout the office and showrooms
tracked inventory of clothing samples and fabric swatches
filled and distributed fabric swatch orders for clients
greeted incoming clients
organized client luncheons
participated in client meetings acting as a fit model and assistant to the President and
Business Development Manager
created visual presentation boards for client meetings
DEAN S COUNCIL CHAIRMAN FALL 2008 - SPRING 2010
O RGANIZATIONS
MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY
VICE-PRESIDENT FALL 2008 - SPRING 2009
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTURE STUDENTS
SOCIAL CHAIRMAN FALL 2007 - SPRING 2008
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTURE STUDENTS
ALUMNI CHAIRMAN FALL 2005 - SPRING 2006
SIGMA ALPHA EPSILON FRATERNITY
SOFTWARE ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ILLUSTRATOR INDESIGN DREAMWEAVER + SKETCH UP 8 + AUTOCAD + MICROSOFT OFFICE