CHARLES weaver
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic Store Creative Manager with expertise in visual merchandising, creative direction, and event planning. Proven ability to enhance customer experiences and ensure brand consistency across all platforms.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Creative Manager
Dr. Collectors
Los Angeles, CA
04.2025 - Current
- Lead store-level creative direction including visual merchandising, styling, and customer experience
- Coordinate and execute all pop-up shops and off-site events, from concept to breakdown
- Manage installation of seasonal themes and retail storytelling in alignment with brand identity
- Collaborate with founders and production team to deliver cohesive physical brand presence
- Ensure consistency across all touchpoints including signage, layout, and presentation
Creative Services Consultant
Honor The Gift
Los Angeles, CA
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Supported the brand’s creative vision through styling, lookbook direction, and campaign coordination
- Collaborated with design, production, and marketing teams to maintain visual consistency
- Assisted with showroom presentation, casting, and seasonal event planning
- Managed creative execution for activations and product launches
Lead Event Supervisor
Legends Hospitality
Los Angeles, CA
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Supervise service teams for private and large-scale events (500+ guests)
- Coordinate logistics, staff schedules, and elevated guest experience
- Oversee EO execution and adapt to evolving client needs
- Ensure sophisticated atmosphere through layout, tablescaping, and team leadership
Studio Director & Wholesale Manager
RTH Design
03.2013 - 06.2019
- Designed leather goods and accessories; managed sampling, production, and product timelines
- Oversaw seasonal schedules, wholesale accounts, and curated retail collections
- Built partnerships through brand collaborations and exclusive product drops
- Increased multi-location retail sales by 12% annually through strategic operations and staffing
- Directed all visual merchandising, store design, and VIP styling services
Vice President
Phoenix Surveying
11.2004 - 06.2008
- Led multi-crew operations for public/private surveying projects valued up to $400K
- Oversaw budgeting, contracts, payroll, and daily field operations
- Acted as Lead Party Chief while managing quality control and staff development
General Manager
Abercrombie & Fitch
05.2000 - 07.2003
- Managed three top-performing Southern California locations
- Recruited and developed staff, increased annual sales, and maintained brand standards
- Led store openings and served as Interim District Manager in 2003
Men’s Merchandising Team
Urban Outfitters
12.1998 - 05.2000
- Directed floor merchandising, new product integration, and fixture design
- Supported sales growth through elevated in-store presentation and customer engagement
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA01-2004
Skills
- Creative direction and styling
- Visual merchandising and brand presentation
- Event planning and execution
- Team leadership and coordination
- Leather design and product development
- Client relations
- Wholesale and retail strategy
- Budgeting and operations management
References
Available upon request.
Websites
Qualifications Summary
- Creative direction and visual merchandising expertise
- Strong leadership and cross-functional team management
- Experience in retail operations, brand storytelling, and event execution
- Skilled in wholesale account management and design development
- Adept at problem solving, staff training, and client relations
- Exceptional attention to detail with a passion for aesthetics and brand alignment
Timeline
Store Creative Manager
Dr. Collectors
04.2025 - Current
Creative Services Consultant
Honor The Gift
01.2022 - 01.2025
Lead Event Supervisor
Legends Hospitality
10.2020 - 12.2022
Studio Director & Wholesale Manager
RTH Design
03.2013 - 06.2019
Vice President
Phoenix Surveying
11.2004 - 06.2008
General Manager
Abercrombie & Fitch
05.2000 - 07.2003
Men’s Merchandising Team
Urban Outfitters
12.1998 - 05.2000
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
California State University, Fullerton