Lily Lum
Lily Lum
Rutgers University - New Brunswick
You are probably wondering why a double major in Criminal Justice and Sociology is applying for an internship for fashion services? Believe me, so am I. In the last year, I have decided to take a leap of faith from a Pre-Law student to committing myself to the pursuit of a career in fashion.
It all started with my mother’s sewing machine. I had dedicated 12 years filled with thread laced nights, countless pieces of scrapped fabric, and my own creative agenda to a 1999 Singer Sewing machine. The need of altering my clothes due to my painfully small body frame was constantly apparent, but it was the love of turning those clothes into something of my own image that sparked joy. Unfortunately I didn’t think fashion was a credible job opportunity for myself. So when college came into my life, I placed my sewing machine in my closet and picked up an LSATs prep book instead.
There were 4 jobs that changed my perspective on becoming a lawyer. Firstly, I had become an Event Coordinator for the IT (Informatics Technology) Council, where I learned to use graphic design and gained an in depth knowledge on the logistics of social media to aid me in growing club numbers and events. IT Council was where I gained interest in company development and visual planning as well as social media growth. I also held positions as Treasurer and Social Media Coordinator for Rutgers Art Business Club that opened my eyes to taking control of your own creative abilities and efficient marketing.
Then I spent 212 days taking on an opportunity as an amateur model part of Rutgers F.A.C.E. Modeling Team as a Fashion Coordinator. F.A.C.E gave me the opportunity to expand my experience with concept photography, designer relations and communications, and creative directing while piloting a professional leadership position with my peers. Although Fashion Coordinator was my first epiphany position that catalyzed my decision to pursue fashion, Lisse` Fitness gave me a professional job that gave me the hope to continue to strive and grow as not only a creative director, but expand my ability to balance the responsibilities of social media coordinator and designing. I realize my background of skills may not be the most conventional for a typical fashion services intern, however, I do believe my skills and assets prove my adaptability and competence for the position.
Lily Lum
Lily Lum
Hard working, diversely experienced college undergraduate with efficient organizational skills and proven initiative seeking.
Highly adaptable, responsive, and passionate.
EXPERIENCE
Lisse` Fitness LLC, New Brunswick — Creative Director, Designer, Social Media Coordinator
March 2019- Present
Signed on as a creative director, designer, and social media coordinator. Provides creative direction and consultant to the CEO’s company objectives while maintaining organization of media management and design contributions.
Office of Information Technology, Rutgers — Event Coordinator
September 2016 - May 2017
Coordinated events and seminars, solicited speakers and demonstrators, interviewed and filed written reports, managed social media and promoted committee objectives. Raised committee population on overall 24%.
Art Business Club, Rutgers — Treasurer & Social Media Coordinator
September 2018 - Present
Coordinated events and seminars, provided business outlets and opportunities worked closely with members to form an innovative creative outlet, managed social media and promoted committee objectives.
F.A.C.E Modeling Team, Rutgers, NJ — Fashion Coordinator
September 2019 - Present
Managed team priorities regarding style concepts regarding photoshoots, creative contributions for semi-annual fashion shows, soliciting designers, and coordinating visual representation among the team objectives.
Kenneth Vercammen Law Office, Edison — Law Clerk
July 2017 - January 2018
Performed legal services with clients, such as attending to case work, wills and probate matters. Also managed the firm’s social media and editorials while providing proficient secretary work for the current and incoming clientele.
EDUCATION
Rutgers University, New Brunswick
September 2015 - PRESENT
Double major in Sociology & Criminal Justice major with a Psychology minor. Currently transferring to Fashion Business and Public Relations for graduate school.
Highlights
Eight years of various forms of Human resources & customer service.
Well versed in organization and events coordinated of different interests.
Accomplishes success through thorough meticulous detail and diversity of skill.
SKILLS
Analytical and logical reasoning
Proficient with Excel
Punctuality and time management
Excellent customer service
Basic knowledge of state and federal court systems
Strong work ethic
Efficient multi-tasker
Lily Lum
Rutgers University - New Brunswick
You are probably wondering why a double major in Criminal Justice and Sociology is applying for an internship for fashion services? Believe me, so am I. In the last year, I have decided to take a leap of faith from a Pre-Law student to committing myself to the pursuit of a career in fashion.
It all started with my mother’s sewing machine. I had dedicated 12 years filled with thread laced nights, countless pieces of scrapped fabric, and my own creative agenda to a 1999 Singer Sewing machine. The need of altering my clothes due to my painfully small body frame was constantly apparent, but it was the love of turning those clothes into something of my own image that sparked joy. Unfortunately I didn’t think fashion was a credible job opportunity for myself. So when college came into my life, I placed my sewing machine in my closet and picked up an LSATs prep book instead.
There were 4 jobs that changed my perspective on becoming a lawyer. Firstly, I had become an Event Coordinator for the IT (Informatics Technology) Council, where I learned to use graphic design and gained an in depth knowledge on the logistics of social media to aid me in growing club numbers and events. IT Council was where I gained interest in company development and visual planning as well as social media growth. I also held positions as Treasurer and Social Media Coordinator for Rutgers Art Business Club that opened my eyes to taking control of your own creative abilities and efficient marketing.
Then I spent 212 days taking on an opportunity as an amateur model part of Rutgers F.A.C.E. Modeling Team as a Fashion Coordinator. F.A.C.E gave me the opportunity to expand my experience with concept photography, designer relations and communications, and creative directing while piloting a professional leadership position with my peers. Although Fashion Coordinator was my first epiphany position that catalyzed my decision to pursue fashion, Lisse` Fitness gave me a professional job that gave me the hope to continue to strive and grow as not only a creative director, but expand my ability to balance the responsibilities of social media coordinator and designing. I realize my background of skills may not be the most conventional for a typical fashion services intern, however, I do believe my skills and assets prove my adaptability and competence for the position.
Lily Lum
Lily Lum
Hard working, diversely experienced college undergraduate with efficient organizational skills and proven initiative seeking.
Highly adaptable, responsive, and passionate.
EXPERIENCE
Lisse` Fitness LLC, New Brunswick — Creative Director, Designer, Social Media Coordinator
March 2019- Present
Signed on as a creative director, designer, and social media coordinator. Provides creative direction and consultant to the CEO’s company objectives while maintaining organization of media management and design contributions.
Office of Information Technology, Rutgers — Event Coordinator
September 2016 - May 2017
Coordinated events and seminars, solicited speakers and demonstrators, interviewed and filed written reports, managed social media and promoted committee objectives. Raised committee population on overall 24%.
Art Business Club, Rutgers — Treasurer & Social Media Coordinator
September 2018 - Present
Coordinated events and seminars, provided business outlets and opportunities worked closely with members to form an innovative creative outlet, managed social media and promoted committee objectives.
F.A.C.E Modeling Team, Rutgers, NJ — Fashion Coordinator
September 2019 - Present
Managed team priorities regarding style concepts regarding photoshoots, creative contributions for semi-annual fashion shows, soliciting designers, and coordinating visual representation among the team objectives.
Kenneth Vercammen Law Office, Edison — Law Clerk
July 2017 - January 2018
Performed legal services with clients, such as attending to case work, wills and probate matters. Also managed the firm’s social media and editorials while providing proficient secretary work for the current and incoming clientele.
EDUCATION
Rutgers University, New Brunswick
September 2015 - PRESENT
Double major in Sociology & Criminal Justice major with a Psychology minor. Currently transferring to Fashion Business and Public Relations for graduate school.
Highlights
Eight years of various forms of Human resources & customer service.
Well versed in organization and events coordinated of different interests.
Accomplishes success through thorough meticulous detail and diversity of skill.
SKILLS
Analytical and logical reasoning
Proficient with Excel
Punctuality and time management
Excellent customer service
Basic knowledge of state and federal court systems
Strong work ethic
Efficient multi-tasker