Dorian Davis
Chicago,IL
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Merchandiser + Assistant Manager
Kokorokoko
Chicago, USA
10.2021 - Current
- Showcase and display new arrivals through mannequin outfit styling and visual merchandising, raising sales through personal curation.
- Leading a team of 3-4 sales associates with a specialized understanding and knowledge of one of a kind vintage clothing, decades, and trends.
- Creating a bright and welcoming ambience for customers through music, fragrance, and personable energy.
Barista + FOH
Gotham Bagels
Chicago, USA
09.2021 - Current
- Delivered friendly, prompt service in fast-paced environment, fulfilling food and beverage requests to enhance customer experience.
- Maintained cleanliness of FOH amenities and restocked supplies, supporting high levels of customer satisfaction and efficient order fulfillment.
- Facilitated effective communication with BOH non-English speaking staff, ensuring seamless service flow and adherence to restaurant standards.
Sales Associate
Zara
Chicago, USA
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Represented Men's department, leveraging brand knowledge and customer service to enhance sales performance.
- Streamlined fitting room experience through organization, strategic product placement, and proactive customer engagement.
- Executed floor visual documents, ensuring compliance with corporate standards to create a cohesive shopping experience.
Stylist
Akira
Chicago, USA
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Styled clients according to current trends and individual preferences.
- Selected pieces aligned with customer tastes while introducing complementary looks.
- Drew inspiration from modern fashion trends to create event-specific outfits reflecting personal style.
- Maintained a clean, organized sales floor to optimize client experience.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance service offerings and improve customer satisfaction.
Education
BFA - Musical Theatre
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago05-2021
Graduate/Diploma -
Charles F. Brush High School
Lyndhurst, OH05-2017
Skills
- Visual merchandising
- Trend analysis
- Inventory management
- Brand alignment
- Sanitation and maintenance
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Google Workspace and Excel
Accomplishments
- Co-Creative Director / Stylist of Small Brand Website Shoot
- Stylist of a popular Chicago based DJ
- Stylist of Signed BMG Model Test Shoot
- Featured spot on WGN as a model for a Small Brand / Co-stylist
Timeline
Visual Merchandiser + Assistant Manager
Kokorokoko
10.2021 - Current
Barista + FOH
Gotham Bagels
09.2021 - Current
Sales Associate
Zara
03.2021 - 09.2021
Stylist
Akira
02.2020 - 03.2020
BFA - Musical Theatre
Columbia College Chicago
Graduate/Diploma -
Charles F. Brush High School