Jake Powe
Pasadena,CA
Summary
Creative Visual Manager with expertise in developing visual merchandising strategies that strengthen brand identity and increase sales. Proficient in project management and collaborative creativity, delivering engaging shopping environments and enhancing e-commerce techniques. Extensive experience in concept design, overseeing projects from inception to completion across both e-commerce and physical retail spaces, including window displays and promotional marketing materials.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Visual Manager
Edikted HQ Office
Los Angeles, California
05.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented visual merchandising strategies to drive sales and enhance customer engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create seasonal displays reflecting brand identity and market trends.
- Monitored inventory levels, adjusting displays to optimize product presentation and sales opportunities.
- Conducted regular store audits to ensure compliance with brand standards and visual guidelines.
- Created appealing shopping environments using effective color, lighting, and spatial arrangements.
- Designed promotional displays to showcase new product launches and seasonal collections.
- Maintained vendor relationships for sourcing materials and props for impactful presentations.
- Led brainstorming sessions to generate innovative concepts aligned with marketing initiatives.
Set Designer I
SHEIN HQ Office
Los Angeles, CA
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with directors to align set designs with creative visions and production goals.
- Developed innovative set concepts that enhanced storytelling and audience engagement.
- Managed entire set construction process, adhering to timelines and quality standards.
- Sourced and procured materials efficiently while balancing budget constraints with design needs.
- Coordinated on-site setups for seamless transitions between scenes during productions.
- Transformed 2D design concepts into detailed 3D models for accurate vision representation.
- Maintained meticulous inventory of props and set materials to ensure project availability.
- Established strong vendor relationships for timely sourcing of unique materials and props.
Production Assistant
Set + Stage Creative
Vernon, US
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Coordinated daily production schedules, ensuring timely project completion.
- Supported production team by managing equipment setups for diverse shoots.
- Adapted to last-minute production changes, maintaining work continuity and quality.
- Participated in pre-production meetings to align on set designs and goals.
- Facilitated inter-departmental communication, enhancing workflow collaboration.
- Collaborated with design team to execute visual concepts.
- Assisted Production Designer in creating blueprints for large scale sets.
- Worked with director to develop creative ideas for sets and props.
Production and Design Conservatory Instructor
California School of the Arts San Gabriel Valley
Duarte, US
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed detailed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and educational objectives.
- Implemented interactive learning environments, incorporating hands-on activities and discussions.
- Collaborated with department heads on planning and executing large-scale productions and events.
- Demonstrated strong leadership in managing classroom dynamics for a positive learning atmosphere.
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to enhance student engagement and discipline.
- Designed engaging lesson plans addressing diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress, providing constructive feedback for development.
- Managed classroom behavior through strategies that promoted respect and productivity.
Education
CTE Arts, Media and Entertainment - Santa Ana
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana05.2024
Studio Art/ Production And Design - Bachelors of Creative And Liberal Arts
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05-2023
Skills
- Marketing support and operations
- Production coordination
- Drafting and merchandising visuals
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Budgeting and financial analysis
- E-commerce optimization techniques
- Brand identity collaboration
- Market trend evaluation
- Techniques in visual storytelling
- Store design and planning
- Skills in project management
- Set design and production coordination
- Management of production processes
- Leadership in visual teams
- Design of window displays
Timeline
Creative Visual Manager
Edikted HQ Office
05.2025 - Current
Set Designer I
SHEIN HQ Office
06.2024 - 05.2025
Production Assistant
Set + Stage Creative
09.2023 - 07.2024
Production and Design Conservatory Instructor
California School of the Arts San Gabriel Valley
08.2023 - 05.2024
CTE Arts, Media and Entertainment - Santa Ana
Santa Ana College
Studio Art/ Production And Design - Bachelors of Creative And Liberal Arts
San Francisco State University