Jaden Robertson
New York
Summary
Sophomore at Parsons School of Design pursuing a B.A. In journalism and design, with a strong foundation in visual storytelling, performance art, editorial writing, and retail communication. Experienced in customer experience, trend merchandising, creative styling, and content creation. Passionate about fashion media, design culture, and the intersection of narrative, branding, and visual expression. Adept at working in fast-paced, customer-facing environments, with a consistent focus on collaboration, organization, and creativity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Sales Lead
Buck Mason
New York
08.2025 - Current
- Led sales team in achieving daily targets and enhancing customer engagement.
- Trained new staff on product knowledge and effective sales techniques.
- Assisted in creating visually appealing product displays to attract customers.
Retail Sales Lead
Vans Off The Wall
Norfolk
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Delivered personalized customer service and met weekly sales goals in a high-traffic retail environment.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards and created appealing in-store displays.
- Assisted with styling, mannequin dressing, and store aesthetics.
- Conducted accurate inventory counts and restocked storerooms with precision.
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided knowledgeable recommendations.
Retail Sales Lead
Journeys Shoe Store
Chesapeake
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Exceeded weekly sales targets through active customer engagement and product knowledge.
- Maintained cleanliness and visual order of the store, contributing to a strong brand presence.
- Organized and managed stockrooms, improving efficiency and access.
- Supported team goals with a collaborative, upbeat approach.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards to enhance store presentation and appeal.
- Processed sales transactions accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations and customer service.
Shift Leader
Chick-fil-A
Chesapeake
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided high-volume customer service with attention to speed, accuracy, and hospitality.
- Maintained cleanliness standards and health practices in food handling and prep.
- Strengthened multitasking skills through simultaneous order-taking and food prep roles.
- Supervised team members during shifts to ensure smooth operations.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures effectively.
- Managed inventory levels and organized stock for easy access.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided excellent service support.
- Coordinated shift schedules to optimize staff coverage and efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism + Design
Parsons School Of Design
New York, NY06-2028
High School Diploma -
Deep Creek Highschool
Chesapeake, VA06-2024
Skills
- Visual merchandising
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Project management
- Effective communication
- Retail analytics
- Inventory management
- Brand promotion
- Task delegation
- Retail Customer Service: Sales strategy, client engagement, POS systems
- Visual Merchandising: Styling, mannequin dressing, showroom organization
- Creative Tools: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere Pro), Figma, Canva
- Writing Editing: Narrative essays, blog writing, editorial copy
- Team Collaboration: Theatre, DECA, band, and multi-role project experience
- Organizational Skills: Inventory tracking, storeroom management, task coordination
- Tech Tools: Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe Premiere, basic AI video tools
Affiliations
- Photography – Street, editorial, and lifestyle photography with a focus on mood and composition
- Modeling – Creative modeling for independent fashion brands and collaborative shoots
- Reading – Contemporary fiction, cultural criticism, fashion history, and media theory
- Skateboarding – Expressive movement and urban exploration; influence on visual style and music taste
- Music Collecting – Vinyl and digital archiving of alternative, soul, experimental, and hip-hop
- Drawing – Sketching concepts, outfits, and characters for personal and design inspiration
- Pottery – Handbuilding and wheel throwing for mindful, tactile creativity
- Film & Documentaries – Passionate about cinema and nonfiction storytelling, especially fashion docs and artist portraits
Accomplishments
- DECA President (2 Years) – Led the student marketing and business chapter, organized competitions and events, and mentored underclassmen
- All Honors Coursework (High School) – Completed a rigorous academic curriculum with distinction across all subjects
- Advanced Studies Diploma – Earned a Virginia Advanced Diploma recognizing high academic performance and college-prep coursework
- Dean’s List – The New School, Parsons School of Design – Achieved academic honors throughout freshman year for maintaining a GPA above 3.3
- Academic Excellence Awards – Recognized for high performance in English, Journalism, and Visual Arts
- Band Leadership & Performance – Committed multi-year member of the Deep Creek Band, contributing to team discipline and artistic growth
- Student Theatre Performer – The New School – Selected as an active performer in student theatre productions showcasing storytelling, collaboration, and stage presence
Education and Training
other,other
Languages
- English
- Spanish
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Seasonal Sales Lead
Buck Mason
08.2025 - Current
Retail Sales Lead
Vans Off The Wall
03.2024 - 08.2024
Retail Sales Lead
Journeys Shoe Store
06.2022 - 07.2023
Shift Leader
Chick-fil-A
05.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism + Design
Parsons School Of Design
High School Diploma -
Deep Creek Highschool