Neale Jones

Dallas, TX ***** 214-***-**** advj5g@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished Fashion and Home Stylist. Up to date on all latest trends and fabrics with exception skill pulling together outfits for various events. Known for success in styling clients with various looks, including swimwear, lingerie, and formal wear. Engaging Fashion Stylist with expertise in addressing clients' needs and finding solutions. Offering a successful career history comprising more than 28 years. Detail-oriented Fashion Stylist with expertise managing classy boutique establishments and assisting high-end clientele. Offering strong attention to detail and understanding of client demographic. Self-directed event coordinator with over 28 years of experience creating strategic alliances with organizational leaders to align with and support key business initiatives for on-time, under-budget event completion. Organized and ambitious planner with expertise in managing costs and budgets while establishing partnerships with vendors for optimal savings. Customer-oriented time manager and decisive leader.

WEBSITE, PORTFOLIO

www.NEALEJONES.com

SKILLS

Active Listening

Decision-Making

Flexible and Adaptable

Adobe Aps

Good Telephone Etiquette

Excellent Communication

Planning and Coordination

Written Communication

Multitasking Abilities

Organization and Time Management

Interpersonal Communication

Training and Development

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Maintenance and Repair

Retail and fashion

WORK HISTORY

FASHION AND HOME STYLIST 01/1994 to CURRENT

The Campbell Agency Dallas, TX

Have dressed Models, arranged Rooms, made beds, and folded towels for Print Advertising. Clients included Dillard's, Horchow, Spiegel, JCPenney, Pier One and Neiman Marcus.

Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.

Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holidays.

Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Actively listened to client's requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.

Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving at work on time.

Actively listens to Clients, handling concerns quickly and escalating major issues to Art Directors.

Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.

Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly, and monthly reporting.

Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.

Offered friendly and efficient service to clients, handled challenging situations with ease.

Works to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.

Conducts research, gathers information from multiple sources and presents results.

Maintained energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment.

Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.

Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.

Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.

EVENT PLANNER 07/2021 to CURRENT

NEALEJONES.com Dallas, TX

Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.

Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.

Performed face-to-face meetings to finalize contract for services and event details.

Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.

We provide sound, lighting, and video services for events.

We continue to work with various Charities to raise money for their cause.

The main Charity we worked with is DIFFA Dallas, the Design Industry Foundation Fighting AIDS. DIFFA raised money to give to local agencies working to help people with HIV. I was a volunteer for five years then on the board for 7 years. I chaired every event they had and their major fundraiser The Dallas Collection I chaired twice. They sent 100 Levi’s denim jackets (donated by Levi's) to national Artists, Designers and anyone who wanted to take the jacket and turn it into a wearable work of Art. It was amazing the creations they sent back. We displayed them in silent auction. Then for Dinner, we had a fashion show to present the jackets on stage. The Dallas Collection became one of the events that everyone talked about and encouraged their friends to attend. We donated the money local Agencies working with people living with HIV AIDS.

EVENT PLANNER 08/2008 to 07/2021

Dallas Light And Sound Dallas, TX

Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.

Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.

Performed face-to-face meetings to finalize contract for services and event details.

Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.

Executed the lighting design and ran the lights, sound, and video during events.

Established working relationships with clients by organizing various events that are done every year.

Supervised two helpers and co-workers depending on the size of the event.

Arranged all the equipment, transportation, and other day-of-event needs.

Confirmed permits, insurance, and many notices needed for events.

Managed event logistics and operations.

Selected and ordered décor and event materials.

Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.

Coordinated florists, photographers, videographers, musicians, officiants and ceremony participants during rehearsals and pre-ceremony, ceremony and reception events.

Coordinated weddings, reunions, and corporate meetings throughout banquet and conference spaces.

Attended bridal industry events to promote services and build relationships with prospective vendors.

Leveraged trends in customer industries and marketplaces to shape solutions and approaches.

Reduced financial discrepancies by accurately managing budgeting, bookkeeping, and auditing tasks.

Working with many Charities in Dallas to raise money for their specific cause. We were able to give them a great event at a better price than other companies.

VISUAL MERCHANDISER 05/1991 to 01/1994

Neiman Marcus Downtown Store Dallas

Created look and feel of visual merchandising publications to better target specific audiences.

Improved salespeople's sales by coaching on merchandising techniques.

Arranged consistent shelves, bins and racks in the Children's area, Home Accessories Showroom and Women's Sportswear and assisted in the windows display.

Innovated and simplified planograms and merchandising strategies to improve processes and results.

Helped stores adapt spaces to accommodate merchandise within spatial constraints and inventory storage availability.

Ran new product launches with global, cohesive approach focused on delivering recognizable branding and exceeding revenue targets.

Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.

Coordinated communication with merchandise operations, Buyers, and vendors for proper presentation of their merchandise.

Developed merchandising strategy to efficiently move overstock.

Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.

Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color.

Arranged consistent shelves, bins, and racks by following established planograms.

Partnered with sales representatives and managers to coordinate delivery and merchandising schedule.

Traveled to the Market, visited vendors and assisted buyers with merchandise selection.

Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.

Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.

Created visual marketing and styled the display vitrines window displays.

Spearheaded visual merchandising for brand by creating strategic presentation plans.

Oversaw visual merchandising for new store openings and store collateral change-outs.

ART AND ACCESSORY SALESMAN 02/1990 to 04/1991

Gabbert's Furniture Dallas, TX

Assisted Clients and Furniture Salesmen to find artwork, lighting, and accessories to accent their furniture.

Would often deliver the art and accessories to the Clients homes to install the art, lighting, and accessories.

Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.

Walked through the department multiple times each shift to evaluate and correct issues such as cleaning and stock replenishment needs.

Maintained focus during busy times and delegated tasks to keep business running smoothly.

VISUAL MANAGER 06/1986 to 11/1989

Dillard's McAllen, TX

Managed analytical reports to identify and track sales activities and customer trends.

Coordinated with merchandising department to support release and product allocation dates.

Utilized Adobe Illustrator to create company floor plans, maintaining consistent visual standards.

Coordinated with merchandising department to support release and product allocation dates.

Managed analytical reports to identify and track sales activities and customer trends.

Designed appealing merchandise displays to attract customers to store, increasing foot traffic 100%

Increased visual impact and sales 50% through optimal arrangement of mannequins, fixtures, walls, and tables.

Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.

Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members

Designed appealing merchandise displays to attract customers to store, increasing foot traffic 90%

Utilized Adobe Illustrator to create company floor plans, maintaining consistent visual standards

Reduced workflow inconsistencies by recruiting and hiring capable staff members.

Maintained store equipment, printers, and fax machines.

Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.

Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.

Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.

Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.

Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.

Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.

Encouraged departmental employees to present positive, exemplary image to customers.

Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring callouts.

Performed supplier risk evaluations and supported regulatory inspections.

Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.

Reviewed established policies and procedures to take on temporary leadership positions, motivate employees and facilitate smooth operations

Utilized exemplary negotiation skills to obtain manufacturing service agreements and assure quality standards

Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones

Used strategies to promote exceptional customer service and create positive environment for employees and clients

Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities

Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations

Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development

Estimated expected changes in business operations and made proactive adjustments to employee schedules and inventory levels to address needs.

Communicated best practices among on-site and external personnel to align efforts and goals.

Supervised personnel by implementing company policies, protocols, work rules and disciplinary action.

Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.

Designed appealing merchandise displays to attract customers to store, increasing foot traffic 25%.

Managed overstocking, restocking and inventory control procedures.

Implemented new process improvement initiatives within department.

VOLUNTEER AND BOARD MEMBER 05/1994 to 05/2018

DIFFA/Dallas Dallas, TX

When working at Neiman Marcus, they were a sponsor for the DIFFA Dallas event Dallas Collection. So, I volunteered to work at the event and the rest is a proud part of my life.

Served as advocate and ambassador for DIFFA Dallas by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.

Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.

Researched potential local, regional, and national funders and assisted in relationship building.

Focused teams on developing innovative and cutting-edge approaches with effective resource allocation and strategic planning.

We would work all year putting together the event Dallas Collection. Levi's would donate 100 denim jackets that we gave to local and national fashion designers and artists to turn the jackets into wearable works of ART. The jackets that came back to us were amazing. We displayed them for the silent auction hen did a fashion show to accent the jackets on bodies walking the runway. I chaired that event in 2004 and 2008. We raised $150,000 at the event in 2008. That money we divided up gave to the agencies in Dallas that worked with people who were HIV positive. There are many pictures of this event on my website.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts Theater Arts 05/1986

Baylor University, Waco, TX

Graduated from Cleburne High school in 1982. Participated in Band (played Coronet freshman year, was on the Rife line sophomore year, Second Drum major junior year and 1st Drum Major senior year), Choir (Tenor), Theater Arts (Leading Man), and Youth in Government (Chief Justice).

Ball Scholarship Recipient to Baylor University for 1982.

Completed 4 years as a Theater Major and graduated in 1986 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. Closed my Junior year as Lucifer in The Tragical History of DR. Faustus. Opened my senior year as Jesus in Godspell.

It included not only Acting, Singing, and Dancing, but we learned Costume Design, Lighting design, Set Design and Construction.

We studied Art History, Furniture History, Costume History and Architecture History which taught us how to design for period pieces. Things that I still use today.

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