Kira Zelman Resume
KIRA ZELMAN
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EDUCATION
CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION Orange, CA Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, Leadership minor May 2019
? Cum Laude, Chancellor’s Scholarship, Provost’s List, Lamda Pi Eta Honors Society – For outstanding academic
achievement
? Relevant Coursework: Intercultural Communication, Theory & Practice of Leadership, Training & Consulting in
the Corporate Context, Mass Communication, Theories of Persuasion, Group Communication, Research Methods
FIDM, FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN & MERCHANDISING Los Angeles, CA Merchandising & Marketing Program May 2017
? Top 3% of class, 4.0 GPA, Honors Program
? Creative Director for FIDM Mode Fashion Magazine promoting awareness in fashion, design, and student life
? Relevant Coursework: Merchandise Buying, Applied Buying, E-commerce Marketing, Contemporary Business Strategies, Textiles and Product Analysis, Trend Analysis and Styling Concepts
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ALLSAINTS Costa Mesa, CA
Lead Fashion Stylist September 2018 – May 2019
? Drove sales and established competitive sales team culture resulting in increased revenue by 60%
? Received special recognition for top sales performance since store opening, earning 1⁄2 store revenue weekly
? Led and mentored new employees on best practices and sale techniques to maximize sales floor success
? Research and analyze fashion trends to offer customers style advice and assist with wardrobe creation
? Utilize trend forecasting to predict customer needs, understand customer vision, and grow sales funnel
? Manage large CRM database and build client relationships through personalized interactions
? Create visual displays to showcase product design and quality, inspiring client individuality
REVICE DENIM Los Angeles, CA
Styling Head, Fashion Stylist January 2018 – May 2018
? Directly supported CEO on marketing projects, social media planning, influencer outreach, and industry research
? Creative director for photoshoots, responsible for model scouting, location planning, and overall creative vision
? Collaborated with models, influencers, make-up, hair, and photographer to manage time and pacing on set
? Created fully styled looks that showcase products to inspire current and potential clientele
MAGIC TRADE SHOW, ON TWELFTH CLOTHING Las Vegas, NV
Brand Ambassador August 2017
? Recruited by CEO for top-sales performance to engage clients, grow brand awareness, and maximize sales success
FREE PEOPLE Santa Monica, CA
Fashion Stylist September 2016 – May 2017
? Established new sales and relationship-building protocol that resulted in increased revenue by 20%
? Determined and exceeded personal sales goals and in-season projections that drove revenue and profit growth
? Developed seasonal and brand style guides to promote Free People and improve category depth and breadth
? Grew brand awareness through modeling for Free People California magazine and ecommerce sites
? Negotiated strategies relative to product costs, terms, and return issues and to maximize customer loyalty
LEADERSHIP & INVOLVEMENT
ALPHA PHI Orange, CA
Member August 2017 – Present
? Raised over $100,000 for philanthropic organizations such as Women’s Cardiac Care, Make-A-Wish, & Service for Sight
? Supported Chapman’s annual fashion show through, marketing, stylized wardrobe donation, and event modeling
SKILLS & DISTINCTIONS
Awards: Computer: Volunteer: Interests:
Cum Laude, Chancellor’s Scholarship, Provost’s List, Lamda Pi Eta Honors Society
Photoshop, In Design, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, POS terminals, Social Media (Instagram, VSCO, etc.) Make-A-Wish, Women’s Cardiac Care, Service for Sight, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) Beauty, Fashion, Health, Wellness, Competitive Dancer, Jumper Equestrian Competition Winner
KIRA ZELMAN
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EDUCATION
CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION Orange, CA Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, Leadership minor May 2019
? Cum Laude, Chancellor’s Scholarship, Provost’s List, Lamda Pi Eta Honors Society – For outstanding academic
achievement
? Relevant Coursework: Intercultural Communication, Theory & Practice of Leadership, Training & Consulting in
the Corporate Context, Mass Communication, Theories of Persuasion, Group Communication, Research Methods
FIDM, FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN & MERCHANDISING Los Angeles, CA Merchandising & Marketing Program May 2017
? Top 3% of class, 4.0 GPA, Honors Program
? Creative Director for FIDM Mode Fashion Magazine promoting awareness in fashion, design, and student life
? Relevant Coursework: Merchandise Buying, Applied Buying, E-commerce Marketing, Contemporary Business Strategies, Textiles and Product Analysis, Trend Analysis and Styling Concepts
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ALLSAINTS Costa Mesa, CA
Lead Fashion Stylist September 2018 – May 2019
? Drove sales and established competitive sales team culture resulting in increased revenue by 60%
? Received special recognition for top sales performance since store opening, earning 1⁄2 store revenue weekly
? Led and mentored new employees on best practices and sale techniques to maximize sales floor success
? Research and analyze fashion trends to offer customers style advice and assist with wardrobe creation
? Utilize trend forecasting to predict customer needs, understand customer vision, and grow sales funnel
? Manage large CRM database and build client relationships through personalized interactions
? Create visual displays to showcase product design and quality, inspiring client individuality
REVICE DENIM Los Angeles, CA
Styling Head, Fashion Stylist January 2018 – May 2018
? Directly supported CEO on marketing projects, social media planning, influencer outreach, and industry research
? Creative director for photoshoots, responsible for model scouting, location planning, and overall creative vision
? Collaborated with models, influencers, make-up, hair, and photographer to manage time and pacing on set
? Created fully styled looks that showcase products to inspire current and potential clientele
MAGIC TRADE SHOW, ON TWELFTH CLOTHING Las Vegas, NV
Brand Ambassador August 2017
? Recruited by CEO for top-sales performance to engage clients, grow brand awareness, and maximize sales success
FREE PEOPLE Santa Monica, CA
Fashion Stylist September 2016 – May 2017
? Established new sales and relationship-building protocol that resulted in increased revenue by 20%
? Determined and exceeded personal sales goals and in-season projections that drove revenue and profit growth
? Developed seasonal and brand style guides to promote Free People and improve category depth and breadth
? Grew brand awareness through modeling for Free People California magazine and ecommerce sites
? Negotiated strategies relative to product costs, terms, and return issues and to maximize customer loyalty
LEADERSHIP & INVOLVEMENT
ALPHA PHI Orange, CA
Member August 2017 – Present
? Raised over $100,000 for philanthropic organizations such as Women’s Cardiac Care, Make-A-Wish, & Service for Sight
? Supported Chapman’s annual fashion show through, marketing, stylized wardrobe donation, and event modeling
SKILLS & DISTINCTIONS
Awards: Computer: Volunteer: Interests:
Cum Laude, Chancellor’s Scholarship, Provost’s List, Lamda Pi Eta Honors Society
Photoshop, In Design, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, POS terminals, Social Media (Instagram, VSCO, etc.) Make-A-Wish, Women’s Cardiac Care, Service for Sight, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) Beauty, Fashion, Health, Wellness, Competitive Dancer, Jumper Equestrian Competition Winner