Creative Events & Branding Specialist

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KIANA C. TURNER

Experience

Creative Skills

Education

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Special Events & Leasing Coordinator

Bachelor of Science Public Health

Education

Lead Associate/Visual Merchandising

Support

980-***-**** Charlotte, NC

Creative Strategist & Event Producer with a

passion for storytelling, branding, and

community engagement. Skilled in producing

events, creating visual campaigns, and

curating meaningful experiences that

connect people and ideas. Strong

background in public health, fashion, and

media, blending creativity with purpose to

amplify voices, build communities, and drive

impactful results.

North Carolina Central

University

May 2020

Designed and executed over 15 resident-focused

events, including vendor shows, pop-up shops,

culinary tastings, and cultural showcases.

Built event concepts from idea to execution —

developing marketing campaigns, digital

invitations, and press notifications that boosted

attendance.

Applied trend analysis to craft innovative

engagement strategies, strengthening brand

identity and resident satisfaction.

Promoted to Lead Associate for consistently

driving sales and bringing creative solutions to

store branding.

Styled displays and merchandising layouts,

ensuring alignment with seasonal campaigns and

fashion trends.

Provided hands-on mentorship to associates,

fostering a collaborative and fashion-forward

team culture.

Modeled for Torrid’s Spring 2022 Campaign,

representing the brand’s commitment to

inclusivity and creative expression.

Cortland Belgate, Charlotte, NC

Jan 2023 - Feb. 2024

Torrid, Charlotte, NC

Mar 2024 - Jun 2024 Dec 2020 - Jan 2023

Event Design & Production

Branding & Storytelling

Creative Project Management

Visual Merchandising & Styling

Digital Campaigns & Marketing Content

Community-Centered Programming

Videography (Vintage/Documentary Style)

Adobe Creative Suite Canva Microsoft Office

Achievements & Projects

Founder – Behind The Canvas: DVD-style

docuseries showcasing behind-the-scenes of

Black creatives.

Team Torrid Campaign Model – Spring 2022

National Campaign.

Kapture Timeless Media – Vintage-style

videography & media coverage services,

specializing in BTS and creative event

storytelling.

VP – NCCU Chapter of NCNW: Led initiatives

blending community service with creative

outreach.

Public Health Educator

NCCU Women’s Center, Durham, NC

Mar 2020 - Apr 2020

Curated women’s empowerment events and health-

focused workshops, using storytelling and interactive formats to engage participants.

Designed visually compelling educational materials and campaigns highlighting sexual wellness, intimate partner violence prevention, and community health awareness. Partnered with campus collaborators to organize creative outreach initiatives, including wellness fairs and awareness events that amplified women’s voices and visibility.

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