Giovanna Calabrese Villanueva
Miami,FL
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Creative Director and Fashion Designer
Rivka's Personal Chef Service
Curitiba, PR, Brazil
09.2020 - Current
- Created designs for four seasonal collections, researching trends and fabrics to inform design decisions.
- Developed sketches of garments and accessories, as well as technical drawings.
- Attended trade shows to present new designs and gain insight into industry trends.
- Prepared detailed cost estimates based on labor, material, and shipping expenses.
- Developed and implemented innovative strategies to increase brand awareness.
- Oversaw the production of digital assets such as videos, websites, and interactive experiences.
- Collaborated with marketing and product development teams to align creative strategies with overall business objectives.
Volunteer Perry Ellis 2024 Summit
Perry Ellis International
Miami, FL
09.2024 - 09.2024
Volunteer New York Fashion Week
7Runway
New York, NY
09.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted with organizing backstage areas, ensuring all supplies and equipment were in the correct place.
- Coordinated with crew members to ensure all props and outfit changes were executed quickly and efficiently.
- Greeted guests and managed their seats.
- Organized gift-bags for the guests.
Volunteer
Miami Swim Week
Miami, FL
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Sports Illustrated Fashion Show, PARAISO Swim Week Fashion Show, Art Hearts Fashion Show.
- Assisted with organizing backstage areas, ensuring all supplies and equipment were in the correct place.
- Coordinated with crew members to ensure all props and outfit changes were executed quickly and efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Merchandising
Saint Thomas University
Miami12-2025
Certificate - Fashion Design
Istituto Marangoni
Miami03-2024
Skills
- Advertising Campaigns
- Communications strategies
- Strategic Thinking
- Collaborative teamwork
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- CLO3D
- Sewing
- Excellent writing skills
- Verbal Communication
- Task Prioritization
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Proficient in MS Office
- Pattern building
- Garment construction
- Trend forecasting
- Technical Design
- Textile knowledge
Certification
- Inside LVMH Certificate - Retail and Customer Experience
- Fashion Design Certificate - Centro Europeu, Curitiba, Brazil
- Fashion Law - Pontificia Universidade Catolica do Parana, Curitiba, Brazil
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer Perry Ellis 2024 Summit
Perry Ellis International
09.2024 - 09.2024
Volunteer New York Fashion Week
7Runway
09.2023 - 09.2023
Volunteer
Miami Swim Week
06.2023 - 06.2023
Creative Director and Fashion Designer
Rivka's Personal Chef Service
09.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Merchandising
Saint Thomas University
Certificate - Fashion Design
Istituto Marangoni
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