Experience

CLJI Worldwide

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Social Media Manager

  • Feb 2020 - Present



Alice Palay Designs

• Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

• Freelance Fashion Designer

  • Jan 2013 - Present

  Working alongside private clients in designing original pieces for specific events. Including executing creative direction, completing design research, providing illustration and free-hand sketching of design, creating a prototype, sewing and executing production of design, fitting and tailoring garment. Design work includes: Formal evening gowns, Formal dresses, “Waltz” costumes, Burning man costumes, Wedding formal gowns, wedding night lingerie, and swimwear. Working alongside private clients in designing original pieces for specific events. Including executing creative direction, completing design research, providing illustration and free-hand sketching of design, creating a prototype, sewing and executing production of design, fitting and tailoring garment. Design work includes: Formal evening gowns, Formal dresses, “Waltz” costumes, Burning man costumes, Wedding formal gowns, wedding night lingerie, and swimwear.



The Birdie James

• Hilton Head

• Social Media Manager & E-commerce/ Stylist

  • Nov 2019 - Feb 2020

  -Spearhead digital content strategy and execution. From concept to delivery, working to create a consistent flow of daily engagement and interest in digital content. -Identifying key social influencers and bloggers and networks/forums, according to our verticals and marketing objectives, with whom Birdie James should build ongoing partnerships and engagement. -Creative development and design of all graphic flyers and banners used for promotions, events and announcements. -Create… Show more -Spearhead digital content strategy and execution. From concept to delivery, working to create a consistent flow of daily engagement and interest in digital content. -Identifying key social influencers and bloggers and networks/forums, according to our verticals and marketing objectives, with whom Birdie James should build ongoing partnerships and engagement. -Creative development and design of all graphic flyers and banners used for promotions, events and announcements. -Create monthly reports on social performance and share with VP Digital Marketing & team -Responsible for growth in numbers of followers for each channel -Coordinate opportunities for customer-related engagement for E-commerce or "The Birdie Box", a box of handpicked merchandise specific to each customer as a styling out-of-store subscription options. Show less -Spearhead digital content strategy and execution. From concept to delivery, working to create a consistent flow of daily engagement and interest in digital content. -Identifying key social influencers and bloggers and networks/forums, according to our verticals and marketing objectives, with whom Birdie James should build ongoing partnerships and engagement. -Creative development and design of all graphic flyers and banners used for promotions, events and announcements. -Create… Show more -Spearhead digital content strategy and execution. From concept to delivery, working to create a consistent flow of daily engagement and interest in digital content. -Identifying key social influencers and bloggers and networks/forums, according to our verticals and marketing objectives, with whom Birdie James should build ongoing partnerships and engagement. -Creative development and design of all graphic flyers and banners used for promotions, events and announcements. -Create monthly reports on social performance and share with VP Digital Marketing & team -Responsible for growth in numbers of followers for each channel -Coordinate opportunities for customer-related engagement for E-commerce or "The Birdie Box", a box of handpicked merchandise specific to each customer as a styling out-of-store subscription options. Show less



Grace on Frances

• Key West, Florida

• Assistant Manager

  • Jan 2019 - Nov 2019

  Sales Associate/ Assistant Manager of Grace on Frances: Luxury Boutique Women’s Accessories, Jewelry, Art, & Home Goods Sales Associate, Assistant Manager with responsibilities including: -Assist store leader in operational procedures: Conducting inventory, opening and closing store, counting safe, cleaning/retrieving/sending emails, accepting/recieving shipments, product returns, paid ins/outs, cash refunds, voids, and up keeping customer relations. -Coordinate advertising and… Show more Sales Associate/ Assistant Manager of Grace on Frances: Luxury Boutique Women’s Accessories, Jewelry, Art, & Home Goods Sales Associate, Assistant Manager with responsibilities including: -Assist store leader in operational procedures: Conducting inventory, opening and closing store, counting safe, cleaning/retrieving/sending emails, accepting/recieving shipments, product returns, paid ins/outs, cash refunds, voids, and up keeping customer relations. -Coordinate advertising and promotional activities related to marketing of products through plan and scheduled media , placing ads, coordinating artwork, while working within budget. -Create promotional content and media through personal staged product photography, and utilization of my graphic design skills using Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft word/presentation. -Assisted in buying responsibilities: discovering new merchandise and vendors, vendor relations, implementing quality assurances, creating merchandise orders, following up on invoices, assigning SKUs and pricing, tagging and taking inventory. - Created creative merchandising displays and executing unique product photography for digital content and ads. - Upkeep of E-commerce and management of website. Show less Sales Associate/ Assistant Manager of Grace on Frances: Luxury Boutique Women’s Accessories, Jewelry, Art, & Home Goods Sales Associate, Assistant Manager with responsibilities including: -Assist store leader in operational procedures: Conducting inventory, opening and closing store, counting safe, cleaning/retrieving/sending emails, accepting/recieving shipments, product returns, paid ins/outs, cash refunds, voids, and up keeping customer relations. -Coordinate advertising and… Show more Sales Associate/ Assistant Manager of Grace on Frances: Luxury Boutique Women’s Accessories, Jewelry, Art, & Home Goods Sales Associate, Assistant Manager with responsibilities including: -Assist store leader in operational procedures: Conducting inventory, opening and closing store, counting safe, cleaning/retrieving/sending emails, accepting/recieving shipments, product returns, paid ins/outs, cash refunds, voids, and up keeping customer relations. -Coordinate advertising and promotional activities related to marketing of products through plan and scheduled media , placing ads, coordinating artwork, while working within budget. -Create promotional content and media through personal staged product photography, and utilization of my graphic design skills using Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft word/presentation. -Assisted in buying responsibilities: discovering new merchandise and vendors, vendor relations, implementing quality assurances, creating merchandise orders, following up on invoices, assigning SKUs and pricing, tagging and taking inventory. - Created creative merchandising displays and executing unique product photography for digital content and ads. - Upkeep of E-commerce and management of website. Show less



Coveline Swimwear

• United States
• Retail

• Model

  • Mar 2015 - Apr 2019

  Commercial Modeling Including but not restricted to: Under Armour, Coveline Swimsuits. • Executed directional instructions and able to perform in strenuous circumstances from early calls, long hours, to difficult environments; ability to react with agility and speed to change. • A collaborative partner who is team-oriented that demonstrates the utmost personal professionalism and accountability. • Experienced traveler and skilled in effective time management, organizational… Show more Commercial Modeling Including but not restricted to: Under Armour, Coveline Swimsuits. • Executed directional instructions and able to perform in strenuous circumstances from early calls, long hours, to difficult environments; ability to react with agility and speed to change. • A collaborative partner who is team-oriented that demonstrates the utmost personal professionalism and accountability. • Experienced traveler and skilled in effective time management, organizational skills, and responsibility. Show less Commercial Modeling Including but not restricted to: Under Armour, Coveline Swimsuits. • Executed directional instructions and able to perform in strenuous circumstances from early calls, long hours, to difficult environments; ability to react with agility and speed to change. • A collaborative partner who is team-oriented that demonstrates the utmost personal professionalism and accountability. • Experienced traveler and skilled in effective time management, organizational… Show more Commercial Modeling Including but not restricted to: Under Armour, Coveline Swimsuits. • Executed directional instructions and able to perform in strenuous circumstances from early calls, long hours, to difficult environments; ability to react with agility and speed to change. • A collaborative partner who is team-oriented that demonstrates the utmost personal professionalism and accountability. • Experienced traveler and skilled in effective time management, organizational skills, and responsibility. Show less



The Green Owl & Two Birds Wholesale LLC

• Destin/Fort Walton Beach, Florida Area

• Fashion Design & Merchandising Intern

  • Apr 2018 - Jun 2018

  This internship allowed me to work first hand in creating the Spring/Summer 2019 ready to wear collection. Through the design and development process, I helped to create mood boards, Color boards, personal designs, fashion illustrations, fabric sample board. Helping guide executive decisions in design, silhouette, material, fit, and color. Recording quality assurance issues. Recording inventory, Helping with packaging. Dealing with clients during sales meetings, and co-creatively directing… Show more This internship allowed me to work first hand in creating the Spring/Summer 2019 ready to wear collection. Through the design and development process, I helped to create mood boards, Color boards, personal designs, fashion illustrations, fabric sample board. Helping guide executive decisions in design, silhouette, material, fit, and color. Recording quality assurance issues. Recording inventory, Helping with packaging. Dealing with clients during sales meetings, and co-creatively directing official line-sheets and model shoots. • Collaborated with executives on product design and development of complete S/S 2019 collection. • Executing and presenting original design illustrations and technical flat sketches, color palettes, mood boards, and overall conceptual boards. • Identified emerging trends for specific target consumer market and interpreting the research to apply to the design development stage through sell-through. • Conduction and implementation of market research and strategies to expand potential new territories. • Implemented sales forecast and sales plan including a retail calendar which successfully improved time management, efficiency and cutting of unnecessary expenses. • Handling of inventory including Introduction of new quality insurance protocols. Show less This internship allowed me to work first hand in creating the Spring/Summer 2019 ready to wear collection. Through the design and development process, I helped to create mood boards, Color boards, personal designs, fashion illustrations, fabric sample board. Helping guide executive decisions in design, silhouette, material, fit, and color. Recording quality assurance issues. Recording inventory, Helping with packaging. Dealing with clients during sales meetings, and co-creatively directing… Show more This internship allowed me to work first hand in creating the Spring/Summer 2019 ready to wear collection. Through the design and development process, I helped to create mood boards, Color boards, personal designs, fashion illustrations, fabric sample board. Helping guide executive decisions in design, silhouette, material, fit, and color. Recording quality assurance issues. Recording inventory, Helping with packaging. Dealing with clients during sales meetings, and co-creatively directing official line-sheets and model shoots. • Collaborated with executives on product design and development of complete S/S 2019 collection. • Executing and presenting original design illustrations and technical flat sketches, color palettes, mood boards, and overall conceptual boards. • Identified emerging trends for specific target consumer market and interpreting the research to apply to the design development stage through sell-through. • Conduction and implementation of market research and strategies to expand potential new territories. • Implemented sales forecast and sales plan including a retail calendar which successfully improved time management, efficiency and cutting of unnecessary expenses. • Handling of inventory including Introduction of new quality insurance protocols. Show less



Coliseum Nightclub

• United States
• Consumer Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Fashion Show Coordinator and Planner

  • Feb 2017 - Apr 2017

  In partnership with a local establishment “Rokbar, Coliseum”, I was hired as an Independent Designer to curate a personal self-designed swimsuit runway show. • My responsibilities included: producing and directing the event, planning all arrangements, delegating responsibilities, and accepting accountability for all details. Handling all major problems. • Acting as Fashion Show Director throughout Event planning, Budget coordination, Hiring staff , and producing the show. •… Show more In partnership with a local establishment “Rokbar, Coliseum”, I was hired as an Independent Designer to curate a personal self-designed swimsuit runway show. • My responsibilities included: producing and directing the event, planning all arrangements, delegating responsibilities, and accepting accountability for all details. Handling all major problems. • Acting as Fashion Show Director throughout Event planning, Budget coordination, Hiring staff , and producing the show. • Event Managing responsibilities including coordinating models, backstage activities, planning a calendar, Scheduling and overseeing rehearsal. • Women’s Swimwear Designer, From designing to producing, I created a two-part swimsuit lines and executing a total of 36 swimsuits. • Conducted market and design research on current trends, crafting direction of the show, and prepared color boards, mood boards, and inspirational presentations. • Design Responsibilities include creative director, model casting, fashion design, illustrator, stylist, product development; Created sketches, fashion illustration, editing designs and executive decision making, sourcing fabric & material, pattern making, sewing, fitting, and styling. • Responsible for Digital Media and acted as Advertising coordinator. Creating Social media pages as source of promoting and advertising.Creating graphic design banner and event poster. • Strategizing and executing Marketing strategies through a promotional “meet the Models”, increasing the reach and exposure of the event page leading to increase in ticket sales and selling out private tables for the event. Show less In partnership with a local establishment “Rokbar, Coliseum”, I was hired as an Independent Designer to curate a personal self-designed swimsuit runway show. • My responsibilities included: producing and directing the event, planning all arrangements, delegating responsibilities, and accepting accountability for all details. Handling all major problems. • Acting as Fashion Show Director throughout Event planning, Budget coordination, Hiring staff , and producing the show. •… Show more In partnership with a local establishment “Rokbar, Coliseum”, I was hired as an Independent Designer to curate a personal self-designed swimsuit runway show. • My responsibilities included: producing and directing the event, planning all arrangements, delegating responsibilities, and accepting accountability for all details. Handling all major problems. • Acting as Fashion Show Director throughout Event planning, Budget coordination, Hiring staff , and producing the show. • Event Managing responsibilities including coordinating models, backstage activities, planning a calendar, Scheduling and overseeing rehearsal. • Women’s Swimwear Designer, From designing to producing, I created a two-part swimsuit lines and executing a total of 36 swimsuits. • Conducted market and design research on current trends, crafting direction of the show, and prepared color boards, mood boards, and inspirational presentations. • Design Responsibilities include creative director, model casting, fashion design, illustrator, stylist, product development; Created sketches, fashion illustration, editing designs and executive decision making, sourcing fabric & material, pattern making, sewing, fitting, and styling. • Responsible for Digital Media and acted as Advertising coordinator. Creating Social media pages as source of promoting and advertising.Creating graphic design banner and event poster. • Strategizing and executing Marketing strategies through a promotional “meet the Models”, increasing the reach and exposure of the event page leading to increase in ticket sales and selling out private tables for the event. Show less