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Bryan Pena

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Experienced in digital marketing and driven by a passion for eCommerce, this candidate brings a strong foundation to your team. With a keen ability to adapt to industry trends, they have hands-on experience in product listing, website curation, and content optimization across various platforms, including Shopify. Their expertise extends to effectively managing product launches, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring a seamless online shopping experience. They are eager to apply and expand their skills to meet your business needs.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Media Manager

Shop Jitana
01.2023 - Current
  • Manage and grow @shopjitana social media platform (Instagram) with 40K+ followers, leveraging trends to drive engagement
  • Conduct in-depth trend research using WGSN, social media analysis, and market insights to identify emerging styles within home decor and lifestyle brands
  • Create rapid, high-quality content tailored for TikTok & Instagram, aligning with current trends
  • Develop visually compelling Instagram grids and layouts that enhance brand identity and storytelling
  • Capture and edit live event content, providing real-time engagement and audience interaction
  • Monitor Instagram analytics to optimize content strategy, improving engagement and reach
  • Identify key fashion and lifestyle trends through competitor analysis, comp shopping, and cultural insights
  • Assist in styling and coordinating samples for marketing campaigns and trend reports
  • Emphasize @shopjitana as a lifestyle brand, ensuring its identity is reflected across all platforms and content
  • Collaborate with photographers and studios to produce professional assets for digital platforms
  • Track industry shifts and consumer behavior to predict trends and inform content strategy
  • Develop strategy to grow TikTok (@shopjitana) to 10K followers, focusing on engagement and trend alignment

Merchandise Coordinator (TEMP)

Torrid
03.2024 - 04.2024

• Prepared documents, including line/style sheets, for weekly reporting, photoshoots, and copy teams

• Created and updated purchase orders as directed by merchants and the product development team, including assisting in allocation updates to ensure accurate distribution

• Corresponded with cross-functional partners, including product development, marketing, visual, and allocation teams, ensuring smooth communication and execution of tasks

• Prepared and maintained visual line sheets to support merchandising efforts

• Assisted in quality assurance of website images and copy to ensure consistency with product standards

• Prepared and formatted reports for merchandising use on a daily/weekly basis, contributing to improved allocation processes

• Performed other duties as assigned by buyers, including organizing data and samples for enhanced reporting and product management

Merchandising Intern

Todd Snyder
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted the 3rd party team in organizing and managing product data, ensuring accurate and accessible information for seamless eCommerce operations.
  • Worked closely with 10+ vendors to streamline communication and improve coordination for smooth product launches and inventory management.
  • Used data-driven insights to optimize product selection and improve alignment with customer preferences, enhancing the overall online shopping experience.
  • Supported sales strategy by analyzing performance trends and assisting in future purchase planning to strengthen eCommerce offerings.
  • Managed the acquisition and organization of product images and descriptions on Shopify, ensuring a consistent and cohesive online storefront.
  • Prepared essential merchandising documents, including line/style sheets, for product launches, photoshoots, and marketing teams.
  • Created and updated purchase orders, assisting merchants and the product development team in maintaining accurate allocation and inventory distribution.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams including product development, marketing, visual, and allocation to ensure smooth execution of eCommerce initiatives.
  • Maintained visual line sheets and product listings to support merchandising efforts and maintain a polished online presentation.
  • Reviewed and ensured the accuracy of website images and product descriptions, maintaining consistency with brand standards.
  • Assisted buyers with various merchandising tasks, including organizing product samples and refining product information for improved online visibility.

Education

Bachelors of Science - Apparel Merchandise, And Design (Emphasis - Fashion Merchandising)

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
12.2023

Associate of Marketing -

Western Iowa Tech
Denison, IA
12.2019

Skills

  • E-commerce & Product Management
  • Social Media Management
  • Trend Identification and Analysis
  • Content Creation
  • Brand Aesthetic & Visual Storytelling
  • Event Coverage & Engagement
  • Analytics & Performance Tracking
  • Collaborative Marketing
  • Project Management & Coordination
  • Creative Software
  • Data Insights & Reporting
  • Customer Support

Phone

(712)-269-8391

Languages

Spanish
English

Timeline

Merchandise Coordinator (TEMP)

Torrid
03.2024 - 04.2024

Merchandising Intern

Todd Snyder
06.2023 - 08.2023

Social Media Manager

Shop Jitana
01.2023 - Current

Bachelors of Science - Apparel Merchandise, And Design (Emphasis - Fashion Merchandising)

Iowa State University

Associate of Marketing -

Western Iowa Tech
Bryan Pena