Abdullah Adisa
Brooklyn,New York
Summary
Industrious design school alum offering 7 years of Adobe suite experience. A polished and professional artist with proven skills in project management. Offers demonstrated expertise in marketing and customer relations. Successful at building niche design assets and strengthening brand identity.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Boutique Associate
Aritzia
10.2023 - Current
- Creating a comfortable and inviting boutique environment to make customers feel welcome and happy to make purchases in a fast paced environment.
- Tracking store inventory and coordinating new purchases to keep adequate merchandise on hand for sustained sales.
- Translating the product story through creative merchandising
- Validating the standards of product display, ensuring the right product is in the right place in the right quantities
Production Intern
Christopher John Rogers
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Organized, classified, and documented samples for production teams.
- Overseeing and facilitating the production and quality control processes for all garments across various sample iterations.
- Curating and managing trims, fabric, and pattern libraries to optimize workflow coordination between the production team and manufacturing facilities.
- Precisely articulating product specifications, engaging with factories, cutting, and grading rooms to guarantee precision in outcomes.
- Contributing to accounting, labeling, and shipping procedures for wholesale orders.
- Executing tasks in the Garment District to maintain seamless operations across all departments.
- Collaborating closely with Public Relations and design teams to streamline inventory management processes.
Gallery Manager
Massachusetts College Of Art And Design
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Demonstrated expertise in overseeing show installations and de-installations, ensuring seamless execution and meticulous attention to detail in art handling, vinyl installation, and professional presentation of artwork.
- Played a key role in the jurying process for show submissions, applying discerning judgment and expertise to select high-quality entries.
- Efficiently managed office inventory, implementing robust organizational systems to optimize workflow and maintain accurate records.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Design Intern
Agbobly
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Ideated strong concepts for new designs while carrying out thorough trend research towards seasonal brand development.
- Effectively managed external tasks and commissioned projects involving tailors, pattern makers, and esteemed denim house, BPD Washhouse.
- Demonstrated adeptness in studio organization and proficiently handled design library and mood boards.
- Contributed to the seamless setup and successful operation of a New York Fashion Week (NYFW) showroom. As well as the curation of the garment displays that thoughtfully told the brand’s story.
- Efficiently conducted errands within the garment district, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Utilized expertise in patternmaking and draping techniques to create muslin samples for design purposes.
- Coordinated and facilitated collaboration with stylists for meticulous look selection towards promoting the brand’s individual style.
- Confidently assisted in the creation of tech packs and measurements specifications for manufacturers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Massachusetts College of Art And Design
Boston, MA05.2023
Skills
- Brand Representation
- Sales Proficiency
- Interpersonal Abilities
- Marketing Strategy
- Customer Service
- Vinyl installation
- Self motivated worker
- Store Operations
- Strong design intuition
- Creative conceptualization
- Clear communication
- Proficient in standard computer programs, Microsoft Office, and design-related software, Adobe Creative Suite; Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Acrobat
Timeline
Boutique Associate
Aritzia
10.2023 - Current
Production Intern
Christopher John Rogers
08.2023 - 02.2024
Gallery Manager
Massachusetts College Of Art And Design
09.2022 - 05.2023
Design Intern
Agbobly
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Massachusetts College of Art And Design