Christine Lo Presti
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Merchandising professional with proven track record of enhancing store layout and product presentation to maximize sales. Known for strong collaboration with teams to meet and exceed goals in dynamic environments. Flexible and reliable, skilled in inventory management and customer insights.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Instructor
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
04.2001 - 09.2018
- Evaluated student portfolios to assess growth in artistic skills, providing constructive feedback for further improvement.
- Designed engaging project-based assignments that challenged students to apply their artistic skills in real-world scenarios while demonstrating mastery of course objectives.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Mentored new art teachers in effective teaching strategies, contributing to their professional development and success in the school district.
Production Artist
Hermes
07.2000 - 03.2005
- Helped design and execute props for Hermes.
- Created unique displays, giving Hermes stores an identity that stands out from the more corporate driven presentation.
- Upheld a high level of execution while working under tight deadlines, maintaining consistent quality of visuals.
- Worked with a yearly theme from corporate to ensure consistency for Beverly Hills, Las Vegas, South Coast Plaza and San Francisco stores (bi-monthly 26 windows)
Window Coordinator
Neiman Marcus
04.1986 - 04.1998
- Managed mannequin styling, ensuring alignment with current fashion trends and company branding guidelines.
- Assisted with special event planning and execution, incorporating creative visual elements to enhance the overall atmosphere for the event.
- Increased customer traffic through effective windows that showcased new fashion.
- Collaborated with store management to plan and execute the fashion for the season increasing customer interest.
- Worked with designers to ensure their image was reinforced.
- Maintained supplies for windows, working with various vendors.
Education
Master of Arts - Fine Art
San Diego State University
San Diego Ca. USA06-1978
Skills
- Mentoring abilities
- Relationship building
- Active student participation
- Curriculum development
- Skilled in window concepts, design, and fabrication
- Design thinking
- Experience in retail sales
- Design research
- Creative problem solving
Timeline
Lead Instructor
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
04.2001 - 09.2018
Production Artist
Hermes
07.2000 - 03.2005
Window Coordinator
Neiman Marcus
04.1986 - 04.1998
Master of Arts - Fine Art
San Diego State University
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