Ella Kwon

Ambitious undergraduate student at NYU with a strong passion for fashion marketing and luxury retail, eager to bring creative ideas and strategic thinking to the industry. Though professional experience is limited, leadership in founding and managing fashion-focused organizations highlights ability to drive and execute impactful initiatives. High school roles have honed key skills in time management, adaptability, and attention to detail, ready to be applied in real-world settings. As a quick learner with a collaborative mindset, there is excitement to contribute to a forward-thinking fashion brand by leveraging leadership, creativity, and problem-solving abilities to deliver results and deepen industry knowledge.

YOUNGStyleMag - Founder and Editor-in-Chief (Sr)

Whitney Young student-run fashion magazine featuring industry trends, challenges, and interviews

• Directed a team of 20 editors in the creative process of layout design, content curation, and visual storytelling, resulting in the publication of four editions, reaching an audience of 500+ students.
• Authored and proofread peer submissions to ensure high-quality, engaging content.
• Attained sponsors to facilitate print publishing, covering 100% of printing costs.

Club Vogue - Founder and President (So, Jr, Sr)

Whitney Young student group uniting 100+ creative minds with an interest in fashion

• Grew and led a 100+ members organization passionate about fashion trends and sustainability through biweekly meetings.
• Coordinated monthly guest speaker sessions featuring industry professionals from top brands such as Hugo Boss and Rag & Bone, providing members with industry insights.
• Fostered collaborations with Whitney Young’s Green Team on initiatives such as clothing swaps and drives, engaging 200+ participants in sustainable fashion practices.

Model United Nations - President (Sr), V. President (Jr), Member (Fr, So)

Simulation of United Nations committees focused on diplomacy, international relations, and global issues

• Consistently in the top 3% of Whitney Young applicants selected for the national conference for three consecutive years.
• Chaired mock committees and coached 60 delegates in writing and debate, strengthening their skills to confidently formulate resolutions during committee.
• Organized fundraisers and secured grants from sponsors to cover expenses for the annual NYC conference.

Operation Smiles - President (Jr, Sr), Member (Fr, So)

Nonprofit supporting cleft lip/palate surgeries for children worldwide

• Promoted awareness about cleft lip and palate conditions through school campaigns and presentations, reaching an audience of 100+ students.
• Executed successful fundraisers, raising enough funds to support two surgeries within a single year.
• Assembled care packages to improve the recovery experience of recent surgery recipients.

Lacrosse - Varsity Starting Defense (Jr, Sr), JV (So)

Whitney Young Girls Lacrosse Team

• Led defensive drills and conditioning sessions to foster teamwork, sportsmanship, and peak team performance.
• Competed in city and state tournaments, communicating with coaches to devise defensive strategies.
• Orchestrated and hosted “Senior Night,” celebrating the accomplishments of senior teammates and fostering camaraderie.

Whitney Young Chamber Orchestra - First Violin (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

Premier orchestral ensemble at Whitney Young

• Achieved Division I rankings twice at the IHSA Orchestra and Solo & Ensemble contests.
• Performed at 50+ concerts over four years, including five collaborative performances with university orchestras.

Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra - Second Violin (Fr, So, Jr, Sr)

Highly selective citywide orchestra cultivating young musicians in Chicago area

• Mentored younger musicians in musical style and technique, fostering teamwork and community within the ensemble.
• Performed at professional and community concerts across Chicago, showcasing technical excellence and artistic growth.