GABRIELA FOLLETT
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Energetic Career woman pursuing career in the creative arts, with an interest in focusing on fashion, editorial photography, and social media marketing.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Cedarburg Cultural Center
01.2015 - 06.2015
- I worked with a Talent Booker and Social Media Marketing Manager to plan, advertise, and host events, including open mic nights, art gallery openings, and concert series.
- Assisted in office tasks, including recording of invoices, preparation of thank you letters for performers and volunteers, and data entry through multiple computer software programs.
Catering Staff Member
Ferrantes Restaurant and Catering
03.2018 - 11.2019
- I worked for Ferrantes in their catering business for a year to get a feel for another side of the retail industry. It was a rewarding job, and it definitely improved my customer service and social skills.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Enhanced customer experience by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues during events.
- Provided excellent service under high-pressure situations, ensuring smooth event operations.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
Sales Associate & Clinique Representative
Boston Store
06.2015 - 01.2018
- Efficiently handled all aspects required of a sales associate, including managing registers, maintaining knowledge of current sales and promotions, cleaning, stocking, and organizing in sales areas.
- Recommended merchandise to customers based on their needs and preferences.
- Built relationships with customers and promptly and professionally addressed customers' concerns.
- Performed makeup applications to market makeup products.
Stylist
Nordstrom
06.2018 - 03.2021
- Delivered personalized styling consultations, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- I love the personal side of the job, by reaching out and setting up appointments to better the lives of women in the Greater Milwaukee area. I use IOS apps through my iPhone and google spreadsheets to write out customer lists. The technology Nordstrom uses is very modern and up to date. They use a system called Style Board, which is simply an online shopping app that customers can buy directly through employees so employees get a commission. It’s very helpful and convenient for the customer. Especially during Covid-19, this has really helped business stay in motion.
- Curated seasonal merchandise displays, aligning with brand aesthetics and driving sales.
- Analyzed fashion trends to inform inventory selection and enhance customer offerings.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased repeat business and referrals.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by supporting team members and assisting with tasks as necessary.
- Monitored current trends to understand fashions and better serve customer needs.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Increased client confidence by teaching them how to style their outfits appropriately for various situations.
Social Media/Influencer
Wantable
01.2016 - 02.2017
- I had the pleasure working as an Influencer. Wantable sent me a subscription box that was curated towards my liking. I put pieces together to create a nice ensemble to then showcase on my social media.
- Wantable is a clothing subscription service curated uniquely for any individual.
- I also collaborated on a campaign for the holidays. I worked with the marketing teams to align social media campaigns with overall brand objectives.
Remote Stylist
Stitch Fix
10.2022 - 10.2025
- Provided expert advice on fabric care and garment maintenance to improve customer knowledge.
- Conducted thorough trend research to provide clients with up-to-date fashion advice and style guidance.
- Provided excellent customer service by attentively listening to client needs and addressing concerns promptly.
- Curated personalized fashion looks for diverse clientele, enhancing individual style and self-expression.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cedarburg High School
Cedarburg, WI06.2015
Skills
- To start off I have a range of hard skills and soft skills
- Computer skills (Google Docs, Spreadsheets for organization and clientele lists I have sent out invoices and letters while I worked for a cultural arts center sending invoices to the band or artists I’ve used Software such as Adobe in design, Blogging tools such as wordpress and squarespace I’ve used Photoshop and Lightroom for editing pictures quick books for accounting I have also helped with a few ecommerce companies (Joeluc, margle media, mukluks, Wantable; a few to name) in Milwaukee doing research for social media trends and assisting with social media marketing
- I love to learn fast and get right into my work
- Organization and Leadership: I have developed experience in leadership from multiple past jobs I stay organized by multitasking important tasks I’ll write to-do lists to help me stay concentrated and focused on the task at hand
- I love talking with people and have developed interpersonal skills such as good customer service and recognizing the client or customer I’m working with I have worked in Bridal sales so I am proficient with one on one appointments with customers I have an eye for fashion and love being the fashion authority
- Networked with multiple people that are in the fashion and retail industry
- From working in retail for many years I have developed an understanding for what women want to wear ranging in many age groups
Timeline
Remote Stylist
Stitch Fix
10.2022 - 10.2025
Stylist
Nordstrom
06.2018 - 03.2021
Catering Staff Member
Ferrantes Restaurant and Catering
03.2018 - 11.2019
Social Media/Influencer
Wantable
01.2016 - 02.2017
Sales Associate & Clinique Representative
Boston Store
06.2015 - 01.2018
Intern
Cedarburg Cultural Center
01.2015 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Cedarburg High School
Influencerships
- I have done a wide range of Influencerships for instagram business. Helping promote the brand in a lifestyle setting.
- Companies Include:
- Margle Media (Ivory Ella Advertisement)
- Muk Luks (helped style for catalogue)
- Wantable
- Fair Indigo
- 10 mngmnt (modeling agency)
- A few swimsuit brands.
Stylist
I have done a few styling jobs for 10 management model agency. I have also done a few more styled shoots as well with a few well known photographers in the greater milwaukee and chicago area. That helped me build my creativity and fashion authority alongside other professionals that have been in the field for years. Most of my styling stems from my love of clothing and fashion at a young age. I continue to read up on fashion trends and forecasting.