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KATIE NICHOLES

El Segundo,CA

Summary

Experienced professional with a diverse background in the entertainment and fashion industry. Former actor and fit model turned agent, I established the Luxe Fit Model Agency in 2014. I've been a staunch advocate for talent, using years of industry insights and leadership skills to champion their careers. Now poised to expand our reach, I look forward to future success in the commercial and theatrical world.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

AGENT / OWNER

Luxe Fit Models
08.2014 - Current
  • Manage models and talent for castings, bookings, scheduling conflicts and portfolio images.
  • Pitch and package talent portfolios to perspective clients for bookings.
  • Network with new clients, casting directors and production companies in the fashion and entertainment industry.
  • Negotiate contracts and rates for all talent bookings.
  • Interact proficiently with clients and talent to build connections and nurture long term relationships.
  • Guide models in career advancement, portfolio images and casting advice.
  • Operate financials and payroll to ensure clients make prompt payments and talent is paid on bi-monthly basis.
  • Manage day-to-day business operations.
  • Organize and attend trade shows and special events to showcase talent, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Establish, optimize and enforce business policies to maintain consistency across industry standards.
  • Train and guide team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

FIT MODEL

Self Employed
06.2008 - 01.2014
  • Modeled garments such as dresses, outerwear, denim, intimates, athletic wear and swimwear with multiple clients throughout the day.
  • Maintained personal body measurements to keep consistent sizing for numerous garment companies.
  • Gained certification as a Target fit model.
  • Independently networked and grew my clients to include: Forever 21, Target, Manhattan Beachwear, Michael Stars, James Perse, ABS, Nordstrom, ROSS and JC Penny.
  • Gained expert knowledge of garment production, fabric, sewing construction and fashion design.
  • Remained focused, motivated and professional throughout long fit sessions, quarterly garment reviews and show room meetings.
  • Developed growing contacts in the fashion industry to secure reoccurring weekly bookings.
  • Forged constructive relationships with pattern makers, fit techs and fashion professionals to create productive work environments.
  • Researched and reviewed competing garment companies in industry to understand overall trend analysis and add value to client fittings.

Education

CERTIFICATE OF FASHION DESIGN - Fashion Design

OTIS
Los Angeles, CA
09.2017

Some College (No Degree) - Theater Arts

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DRAMATIC ARTS
Los Angeles

Skills

  • Contract Negotiations and Project Usage Renewals
  • Portfoliopad and Mainboard Integrations
  • Casting Networks, Casting AP, Casting Frontier
  • Manage Operating Procedures for Talent Agency
  • ADP Payroll and Xero Financial Systems
  • Excel
  • Digital Design, Marketing and Client Outreach
  • Cultivate and Maintain Client and Talent Relationships
  • Team Leadership and Management

Timeline

AGENT / OWNER

Luxe Fit Models
08.2014 - Current

FIT MODEL

Self Employed
06.2008 - 01.2014

CERTIFICATE OF FASHION DESIGN - Fashion Design

OTIS

Some College (No Degree) - Theater Arts

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DRAMATIC ARTS
KATIE NICHOLES