Samantha Schmitzberger
Oxnard,CA
Summary
Passionate Design Director with over ten years of experience in fashion and product design. Over these ten years, I have led teams in developing and launching successful product designs. With previous experience in custom clothing design, I have been trusted with the opportunities to lead marketing strategies for major corporations as well as A-list celebrities, I have obtained knowledge that will best help me understand what consumers from all backgrounds would like. In addition, I have a keen for product development as I have developed products from the ground up and distributed them directly to consumers. Lastly, I have a successful track record when it comes to overseeing profitable budgets and I know I would be the perfect candidate for the Design Director at Nike.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Style Pundit, LLC
02.2017 - Current
- Developed a new collection that was showcased at New York Fashion Week, resulting in a 25% increase in sales and a 15% increase in brand recognition.
- Collaborated with a team of designers and merchandisers to create a sustainable fashion line, resulting in a 30% reduction in production costs and a 20% increase in customer loyalty.
- Organized a product team and helped them carry out specific goals including developing a product roadmap.
- Forecasted and tracked marketing and sales trends by thoroughly analyzing collected data.
Designer
Dash Radio
12.2018 - 12.2021
- Consulted & designed celebrity musicians' tour merch.
- Designed five to ten clothing pieces per album release party for every musician that was hosted by Dash Radio.
- Designed marketing material for merchandise releases & made sure branding was cohesive.
- Sourced & purchased materials while staying on budget.
- Developed and executed design strategy for all creative projects that aligned with the company’s brand.
Sales Manger
David's Bridal
06.2015 - 08.2017
- In 2013 my sales team exceeded annual wedding gown sales goals for 2014 by 80,000.
- Utilized metrics to modify low-performing sales and marketing programs and plans to increase effectiveness by using strategic direction.
- Proactively recruited quality staff resulting in a 25% increase in team productivity.
- Implemented customer relationship management (CRM) system resulting in a 10% increase to customer satisfaction.
- Managed performance consistently through 1-1 performance review meetings resulting in a 15% increase in overall team performance.
Assistant Project Manager
Sugar
01.2015 - 02.2017
- Generated weekly and monthly status reports for helpful progress tracking.
- Supported store managers and store owners by completing projects and problem resolution under tight budgets and schedule demands.
- Suggested and coordinated hosting pop-ups with brands at the store to increase sales and drive new customers.
- Responsible for reaching out to nonprofits and hosting charitable shopping events in the store to drive sales and experience company culture.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with vendors for constructive supplier relations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks, CA05.2018
Associate of Arts - Product Development
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Los Angeles, CA01.2010
Skills
- Graphic & Digital Design
- Fashion Design
- Creative Direction
- Retail Design
- Project Management
- Brand Experience Design
- Executional Production
Timeline
Designer
Dash Radio
12.2018 - 12.2021
Project Manager
Style Pundit, LLC
02.2017 - Current
Sales Manger
David's Bridal
06.2015 - 08.2017
Assistant Project Manager
Sugar
01.2015 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
California Lutheran University
Associate of Arts - Product Development
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
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