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SEPHORA KAPUMBA

Houston,TX

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Work Type

Part TimeFull TimeContract Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programs

Summary

Recent graduate, enthusiastic and fashion-savvy professional with a strong background in fashion design and merchandising. Skilled in styling, customer service, and visual presentation. Seeking a retail position where I can bring my passion for fashion, knowledge of trends, and people skills to create exceptional shopping experiences

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Fashion Designer

Concepts And Images
Houston, TX
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Designed sampling displays to enhance consumer interest
  • Conducted fittings and adjusted designs to produce comfortable and appealing final products for clients
  • Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards
  • Worked with photographers to showcase products for optimal visibility
  • Maintained an organized work environment and managed multiple design projects at once.
  • Developed time-management and problem-solving skills while working in a fast-paced studio.

Fashion Design Intern

David Peck
Houston, TX
02.2021 - 05.2021
  • Expedited prototype development processes by promptly assembling garment components using industrial sewing machinery or hand-sewing techniques as required.
  • Increased design team efficiency by assisting with pattern drafting and garment construction tasks.
  • Cultivated strong rapport with textile suppliers by communicating effectively with vendors regarding material requirements and delivery timelines.
  • Improved overall sample quality through meticulous attention to detail when completing fittings adjustments under designer supervision.
  • -Supported the design team in fabric preparation, garment assembly, and sample organization.
  • Helped with tracking and organizing incoming and outgoing materials in the studio.
  • Gained hands-on experience in teamwork, attention to detail, and meeting production schedules.

Salesperson

JADI
Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga
06.2015 - 10.2016
  • Communicated with customers to understand needs and recommend appropriate solutions
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggested suitable options
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise
  • Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
06.2022 - 08.2025

Associate Of Applied Science - Fashion Design

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
06.2017 - 12.2020

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Stock Replenishment
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active listening
  • Microsoft 365

Product display

Heavy lifting

Stock replenishment

Sales support

Item pricing

Stockroom maintenance

Customer service

Shelf stocking

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
Swahili
Native or Bilingual

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Canva

Adobe Photoshop

Quote

The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person who is doing it.
Chinese proverb

Interests

Sewing

Sketching

Cooking

Baking

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising

Sam Houston State University
06.2022 - 08.2025

Assistant Fashion Designer

Concepts And Images
06.2021 - 06.2022

Fashion Design Intern

David Peck
02.2021 - 05.2021

Associate Of Applied Science - Fashion Design

Houston Community College
06.2017 - 12.2020

Salesperson

JADI
06.2015 - 10.2016

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