Detail-oriented Neuroscience Student with a Decade of Media and Advertising Experience as a Top Fashion Model.
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Detail-oriented Neuroscience Student with a Decade of Media and Advertising Experience as a Top Fashion Model.

Tiiu Kuik
534 West 42nd St., New York NY 10036
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Agencies
Wilhelmina Model Management, New York 2016 - Present
Marilyn Models, Paris 2008 - Present

Campaigns
Has appeared in many fashion campaigns including Dior, Valentino, CoverGirl, Makeup Forever, Moschino, Macy's, Kenneth Cole, Redken, Joe Fresh, Clarins, Damiani, Kerastase and TSE.

Notable Examples:
CoverGirl Cosmetics Spokeswoman 2005-2009
Represented CoverGirl cosmetic, facial skin care and eyewear products as a spokeswoman and brand ambassador from 2005 to 2009.
Image and artistic services used in the production of all print and digital advertising materials including posters, point of sale displays, internet, in-store videos, direct mail, consumer magazines, product packaging and other mediums.
Contract responsibilities included public speaking engagements, media relations and an in-depth understanding of the CoverGirl product line.
Participated in public speaking education and media relations training by Marie Mayotte Speech Fitness. Mary Mayotte & Associates is a NYC based business consultancy focused on providing strategic insights, solutions, and training for face-to-face marketing and communication issues to C-suite executives in a range of organizations such as public companies, startups, entrepreneurs, professional sports, the arts and other.
Learned valuable communication and public speaking skills as a result of use and implementation of these effective methods.
Served as an on-camera performer in the production of filmed TV and internet commercials, such as the 2008 commercial with Queen Latifah promoting CoverGirl Volume Exact.
Successfully renewed contract for two additional years in 2007.

Dior j’adore (2005-2009)
Represented Dior J’adore fragrance

Shows
Walked the runways for more than 50 designers including Chanel, Dior, Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, Max Mara, Roberto Cavalli, Armani, Oscar de la Renta, Carolina Herrera, Valentino, Jil Sander, Diane von Furstenberg, Jean Paul Gaultier, Michael Kors, Diesel, BCBG, DKNY, Donna Karan, Prada, Salvatore Ferragamo, Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Hermes, Nina Ricci, Stella McCartney, Alexander McQueen, Marc Jacobs, Givenchy, Luis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Chloe, Narciso Rodriquez, Zac Posen, Tommy Hilfiger, Anna Sui, Lacoste, Bill Blass, Vera Wang, Rosa Cha, D Squared, Elie Saab, Karl Lagerfeld, Victor and Rolf, Celine, Bottega Veneta, Fendi, Christian Lacroix
Editorials and Covers
Featured on numerous covers and editorials of leading global magazines including Vogue (8 covers), Marie Claire, Harper's Bazaar, Flare, Glamour, Elle, V Magazine, Gravure, Dansk, S Magazine, Vanity Fair, Allure, Mode, Clean, Amica, New York Times Magazine, Blackbook, Velvet, L'Officiel, Surface, Squint, Stiletto, French





EDUCATION
Columbia University in the City of New York, New York, NY 2016 - 2020
Bachelor of Arts; Major: Neuroscience


Course Work:
Gotham Writing School, course for creative writing 2011 - 2012


SKILLS
Computer: Proficient in PC, MAC, Microsoft Office, Adobe (Photoshop, Illustrator)
Language: Native Estonian speaker and fluent in English, Beginner Russian
: Achieved an 8.50 score on IELTS


ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS &OTHER
Volunteering & Charity:
Currently a regular Emergency Department volunteer at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Previous volunteer and charity work includes New York Cares, ACLU, Children International, Green Peace, New Yorkers For Children and ASPCA

Interests: Travel (have visited over 60 countries in all seven continents), Writing, Adventurous activities (skydiving, scuba diving, sailing, hot air balloon rides), Fitness (yoga and cardio), Avid Knicks fan, Knitting, Cooking, Animal lover.

Other: Strong work ethic, Excellent problem solving and time management skills, Great at communication and research, Featured in film documentary “Tall Girls – A story of Giants”