BANU REYNOLDS
Summary
Experienced educator with over 14 years in higher education distinguished for creating relevant and engaging lectures. Fashion industry veteran boasting 25+ years of proficiency in art direction, fashion styling, video production, and social media branding. Collaborated with renowned brands such as MTV, HBO, and Showtime. Adept in both onsite and online course development, specializing in MFA Art Direction, BFA Fashion Styling, and Fashion Video Production."
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Full Time Instructor Fashion Styling Art Direction
Academy of Art University
San Francisco, CA
06.2012 - Current
- Educated online students pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Styling using extensive knowledge of styling techniques
- Instructed students in the areas of Fashion Styling, Product Styling, Personal styling, Photo Shoot and Video Production.
- Enhanced course development through research and the implementation of innovative approaches.
- Developed and wrote online core classes for the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Styling curriculum. Received accreditation with NASAD and WASC in 2013.
- Created comprehensive curriculum for MFA Art Direction Visual Curation and Branding program
Program Developer, Instructor, Mentor
WHEDCO After School Enrichment Program
Bronx, NY
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Designed and created the curriculum for Creative Culture Studios
- This after school program educates and empowers students from sixth through eighth grades, with an emphasis on building fashion brands
- This case study utilizes fashion as a vehicle for self-esteem, critical thinking, and entrepreneurship
- Topics include sewing tech, styling, branding, public relations, sales, and fashion show productions
- Annually, this program culminates a runway show
- Key Accomplishments: Successfully produced runway show with 600+ attendees, established and maintained corporate partnerships
- Students successfully learned pattern making, hand sewing, hand embroidery, knitting, and crocheting
Art Director
Bungalow
Croton Falls, NY
09.2007 - 04.2009
- Oversaw the artistic design and conceptual production of a multi-award-winning lounge/restaurant/music venue and exhibition space
- Managed coordination and booking of art, music and events as major draw cards for the venue
- Key Accomplishment: Curated the art gallery and exhibition space, including management of all advertising, marketing campaigns and public relations for the site
Freelance Fashion Editor
Westchester Magazine
White Plains, NY
03.2005 - 03.2008
- Developed creative concepts for magazine campaigns and features, including supervision of photo shoots
- Fostered and managed relationships and liaised with vendors, models, photographers and production teams.
Freelance Wardrobe Stylist
Showtime
New York, NY
01.1987 - 01.1998
- Wardrobe stylist for Showtime studio segments and production
- Key Accomplishment: Provided personal styling for Mr
- Robert Osborne (Hollywood Reporter) for on-air productions
- Provided personal styling for Mr
- Kurt Loder, MTV News
In-House Freelance Wardrobe Stylist
MTV
New York, NY
03.1984 - 01.1998
- Wardrobe stylist for MTV studio and off premise production, including the production and styling of New York based Music Awards
- Managed and liaised with designers, showrooms, retailers and talent for high profile production
- Key Accomplishment: Lead styling for VJ wardrobes and talent guest appearances
Stylist Wardrobe and Costume Design
Half Baked Productions
01.1989 - 01.1996
Feature Film Costume Design
The Teddy Bear Habit
01.1988 - 01.1989
Costume House Manager
ODDS
01.1988 - 01.1989
Education
Bachelor of Art in Human Development and Psychology -
State University of New York, Suny Empire State College
05.2013
Skills
- Course development
- Photo and Video Production
- Social Media Content Creation
- Fashion Editor
- Product Styling
- Visual Merchandising
- Branding
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- InDesign
- Capture One
- MS Power Point
- MS Excel
Languages
- English
- Turkish
Timeline
Program Developer, Instructor, Mentor
WHEDCO After School Enrichment Program
01.2018 - 08.2019
Full Time Instructor Fashion Styling Art Direction
Academy of Art University
06.2012 - Current
Art Director
Bungalow
09.2007 - 04.2009
Freelance Fashion Editor
Westchester Magazine
03.2005 - 03.2008
Stylist Wardrobe and Costume Design
Half Baked Productions
01.1989 - 01.1996
Feature Film Costume Design
The Teddy Bear Habit
01.1988 - 01.1989
Costume House Manager
ODDS
01.1988 - 01.1989
Freelance Wardrobe Stylist
Showtime
01.1987 - 01.1998
In-House Freelance Wardrobe Stylist
MTV
03.1984 - 01.1998
Bachelor of Art in Human Development and Psychology -
State University of New York, Suny Empire State College
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