Administrative & Project Coordination Professional
Resume:
Anna Emsley-Roulette
**** ********* *****, *********, ** 92024
***********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Seasoned administrative professional with extensive experience providing support to a multitude of Directors. Highly analytical, detail- oriented self-starter, adept at communication, and functional multitasking within a fast-paced environment. In-depth knowledge of procedures, time and action calendar software, and machines; proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Adobe Creative Suite and AutoCad, scheduling software, the internet, and database software. May. 2012 – Jun. 2013
San Diego, CA
Research and Design Coordinator, International House of Brands Reports to the Director of Footwear and company owners and is responsible for all internal and external communication/ pre-production project management
Plans and executes design research
Identifies new areas for qualitative research efforts (and quantitative research where appropriate) to articulate and reveal latency of unmet consumer needs Conducts research projects fieldwork and production Collaborates with Design Teams and extension brands to understand function needs
Conducts and moderates qualitative research
Communicates complex topics and concepts within the company Monitors production rates, and plan rework processes to improve production. Sep. 2010 – May. 2012
La Jolla, California
Commercialization Manager/ Operations Coordinator, Pinnacle Brand Group/Gordon Rush
Reports to the Director of Footwear and is responsible for all internal and external communication/pre-production project management Conduct commercialization in accordance to confirmed development and design specifications while maintaining an emphasis on performance and integrity of product
Follow time and action calendar and timelines without compromising product quality
Strong Understanding of supplier’s delivery timelines and therefore internal planning
Provide support in determining and integrating the best possible application for product without compromising design, quality or cost Manage and Co-operate with two factories in China and resolves any potential problems in production via sampling and provides solutions Ensure sourced product matches original specifications Holistically oversee collection's lifecycle by emphasizing importance and follow through of details
Create and Manage sample approval process including etail/.com/marketing Manage image and branding libraries: artwork/ tissue paper/ boxes/ packing materials
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Approve all material quality and color submissions from externally sourced fabric companies
Apr. 2007 – Jul. 2010
San Diego, California
Assistant Buyer- Footwear Buyer’s Assistant-Accessories, Charlotte Russe INC.
Assistant to the #1 category of the company driven by volume and sales, producing over $150 million in annual sales and increasing Gross Margin dollars by 30% to last year
Analyze and Present weekly business to SVP and Senior-Buyer, including sales dollars, stock to sales, gross margin
Grew import penetration by 12% TY vs. LY by developing exclusive product with direct factories from initial concept to final approval Buy and Manage in stock category which accounts for 20% of total sales volume
Maintain department receipt flow and on order in relation to the open to buy and make recommendations based on current business Conceptualized and Managed cross functional process between Ecommerce, Marketing department and Footwear team
Responsible for working directly with Visual and Marketing teams to pull together seasonal trends and samples
Created and Maintained weekly and monthly excel spreadsheets including vendor performance, sizing analysis and seasonal buys Acted as liaison between multiple departments: Allocations, DC, Logistics, Marketing, Visuals, Design
Developed product assortment including trends, color, fabrics/materials, fit and construction.
Managed sampling/production process from initial concept to floor ready product
Jun. 2006 – May. 2007
San Diego, California
Associate Event Coordinator, Gaslamp Event Management Coordinate and execute all aspects of event design, planning and production Research Design Layouts
Manage own accounts and projects, working within budget and scheduling requirements.
Present final layouts to clients for approval.
Confer with clients to determine objectives, budget, background information, and presentation approaches, styles, and techniques. Negotiate with printers and estimators to determine what services will be performed.
Attend photo shoots and printing sessions to ensure that the products needed are obtained.
Onsite management for day of
vendor selection and correspondence
Pre/post event follow-up
Aug. 2005 – Aug. 2006
Los Angeles, California
Registrar and Collection Management Internship, LACMA: Los Angeles County Museum of Art
Prepare archival materials for housing artwork
Conduct inventories and relocation updates of artwork Maintain and monitor environmental conditions in all permanent collection Manage proper documentation of the museum collections, including accessioning and deaccessioning, cataloging, inventories, and other records Maintain the collections management database and object files Contribute to exhibition planning and installation, including overseeing incoming and outgoing loans
Complete forms in accordance with company procedures. Review work done by others to check for correct spelling and grammar, ensure that company format policies are followed, and recommend revisions. Train and assist staff with computer usage.
Compare data with source documents, or re-enter data in verification format to detect errors.
Conduct research, compile data, and prepare papers for consideration and presentation by executives, committees and boards of directors. Dec. 2005 – Jun. 2006
Hollywood, Los Angeles, California
Assistant to the Director of Rare and Out Of Print Art Catalogues, MOCA: Museum of Contemporary Art
Manage gallery operations, events, sales and acquisitions Communicate with the public, assist with the library and share ideas with clients
Utilize computers for various applications, such as database management or word processing.
Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
Create, maintain, and enter information into databases. Set up and manage paper or electronic filing systems, recording information, updating paperwork, or maintaining documents, such as attendance records, correspondence, or other material.
Operate office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, or phone systems and arrange for repairs when equipment malfunctions. Greet visitors or callers and handle their inquiries or direct them to the appropriate persons according to their needs.
Arrange conference, meeting, or travel reservations for office personnel. Open, read, route, and distribute incoming mail or other materials and answer routine letters.
Provide services to customers, such as order placement or account information.
Prepare conference or event materials, such as flyers or invitations. Perform general office duties, such as ordering supplies, maintaining records management database systems, and performing basic bookkeeping work. File and retrieve corporate documents, records, and reports. Prepare agendas and make arrangements, such as coordinating catering for luncheons, for committee, board, and other meetings. Maintain scheduling and event calendars.
Schedule and confirm appointments for clients, customers, or supervisors. Jan. 2000 – Jun. 2000
San Diego, California
Interior Design Assistant, JMJ Designs
Manage Fabric Library
Transport and Install pieces on site
On-site project management
Executes everyday office duties including but not limited to client interaction as well as vendor communication
Jul. 2007 Associate of Arts: Visual Communications FIDM - Los Angeles, California
Jun. 2005 Bachelor of Science: Sociology
University of Colorado - Boulder, Colorado
Jun. 2005 Bachelor of Arts: Art History
University of Colorado - Boulder, Colorado
Aug. 1999 Associate of Arts: History of Art and Architecture University of Oxford - Oxford, England
EDUCATION
Teamplayer Expert
Resilience and adaptivity Expert
Office Software Expert
Written and Oral Communication Skills Expert
Software Platforms Expert
Timeline, information and project
management
Expert
SKILLS
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