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Ava Zhang

New York,USA

Summary

Fashion Marketing & Brand Strategy student at Parsons, with a background in fashion design and a strong focus on content-driven brand storytelling. Built a 600K+ cross-platform audience, demonstrating a strong understanding of audience behavior, visual communication, and cultural relevance. Through content creation, developed direct connections within the fashion industry and gained exposure to high-level brand and media networks. Brings a unique combination of creative direction, industry experience, and strategic thinking, with hands-on exposure across digital content, runway, editorial, and brand-focused projects.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Dresser & Stylist

LA Fashion Week (LAFW)
2023.10
  • Supported backstage operations for major runway shows under high-pressure timelines
  • Styled and accessorized looks for Luis De Javier Spring 2024 collection
  • Coordinated with models and production teams to ensure smooth execution

Dresser (Runway)

RHUDE
2023.02
  • Assisted in styling and model preparation for runway presentations
  • Supported backstage coordination and show execution

Fashion Content Creator

Instagram, Douyin, RedNote
2020 - Current
  • Built and led a cross-platform audience of 600K+ followers, defining content direction and visual identity
  • Developed and executed content strategies that consistently drove audience growth and engagement
  • Produced high-performing fashion content, with top-performing videos exceeding 1M views
  • Translated brand narratives into visually compelling content aligned with brand positioning
  • Collaborated with brands including Urban Outfitters and Chrome Hearts, with content utilized in marketing campaigns
  • Featured by PopSugar’s fashion editorial team (1.46M+ audience platform)
  • Leveraged creator platform to build relationships with industry professionals, brands, and media partners
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced environments

Fashion Editor Intern

Harper’s Bazaar
2022.05 - 2022.08
  • Produced and edited social media content for Bazaar Men’s Fashion
  • Attended brand launches and translated insights into trend-driven content
  • Supported editorial workflows including proofreading and content refinement

Design Assistant Intern

H&M
2021.05 - 2021.08
  • Supported design teams in garment development and trend research
  • Conducted retail and competitor analysis to identify consumer behavior and product positioning
  • Contributed to seasonal design concepts based on market insights

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fashion Design

Otis College of Art and Design
Los Angeles, CA

Master of Professional Studies - Fashion Management

Parsons School of Design, The New School
New York, NY
12.2026

Skills

  • Content Strategy & Social Media Growth
  • Creative Direction & Visual Storytelling
  • Brand Communication & Positioning
  • CLO 3D / Pattern Making / Draping
  • Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator
  • Trend Analysis

Mentorship Programs

  • AGOLDE | Activision Blizzard | Maggie Sottero
  • 2023 – 2025
  • Developed skills in CLO 3D, digital fashion, and product visualization
  • Gained exposure to branding and product development workflows

Timeline

Dresser & Stylist

LA Fashion Week (LAFW)
2023.10

Dresser (Runway)

RHUDE
2023.02

Fashion Editor Intern

Harper’s Bazaar
2022.05 - 2022.08

Design Assistant Intern

H&M
2021.05 - 2021.08

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fashion Design

Otis College of Art and Design

Fashion Content Creator

Instagram, Douyin, RedNote
2020 - Current

Master of Professional Studies - Fashion Management

Parsons School of Design, The New School