Kendra Washington
SELF EMPLOYED
Charlotte,NC
15
years of professional experience
Results driven Retail and Visual Merchandising Professional with over 10 years of expertise in product presentation, inventory management, and trend analysis. Proven record in maintaining accurate inventory records and executing merchandising projects that align with brand standards. Offers strong organizational skills and a keen eye for fashion to enhance business operations and achieve merchandising objectives.
Work History
MEMBER SERVICES PROFESSIONAL
1 Year 11 Months- Provide professional member service in a fast-paced airport environment.
- Manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
- Follow established security procedures when handling member information.
- Navigate computer systems and use secure login procedures to access authorized work applications.
- Maintain and update records according to established procedures.
- Perform data entry and recordkeeping with attention to detail.
FREELANCE FASHION STYLIST
4 Years 5 Months- Delivered fashion styling and consulting services for individuals, businesses, and creative brands, enhancing their visual identity.
- Coordinate apparel and accessory selections for photo shoots, film, projects, and brand campaigns.
- Research fashion trends, fabrics, and visual concepts to develop styling ideas.
- Coordinated apparel and accessories to create cohesive looks and impactful product presentations for various projects.
- Manage multiple client projects, timelines, and styling requirements while maintaining attention to detail.
- Cultivated strong client relationships through personalized styling recommendations and attentive service, ensuring client satisfaction and loyalty.
VISUAL MERCHANDISER
5 Years 3 Months- Collaborated with 20+ clients to enhance in-store product presentation, driving alignment with sales objectives.
- Organized seasonal displays and adapted product presentation to align with brand guidelines.
- Built relationships with brand partners and store teams to coordinate merchandising priorities.
- Research fashion trends, fabrics, and visual concepts to develop styling ideas.
- Designed seasonal displays and tailored product presentation to ensure compliance with brand guidelines.
- Organize apparel and accessories to create cohesive looks and product presentations.
- Coordinated apparel and accessory selections for photo shoots, film, projects, and brand campaigns.
- Researched fashion trends, fabrics, and visual concepts to develop styling ideas.
- Organized apparel and accessories to create cohesive looks and product presentations.
VISUAL MERCHANDISER
8 Years 1 Month- Designed and installed store displays aligned with corporate branding and visual merchandising guidelines.
- Executed seasonal floor sets and product changes, enhancing merchandise presentation and alignment with customer preferences.
- Conducted fashion and market trend research, informing visual strategies that increased relevance and appeal.
- Supported store launches and product rollouts through coordinated visual presentation.
- Trained team members in visual merchandising principles, ensuring consistent execution and elevating overall store presentation.
- Coordinate apparel and accessory selections for photo shoots, film, projects, and brand campaigns.
- Manage multiple client projects, timelines, and styling requirements while maintaining attention to detail.
Education
ONLINE CERTIFICATE - FASHION DESIGN
COSMETOLOGY LICENSE - Cosmeotolgy
Skills
Fashion Styling
Client Relations
Interpersonal communication
Proficient with POS systems
Communication skills
Data entry
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Effective communication
Active listening
Strong empathy
Poised under pressure
Timeline
MEMBER SERVICES PROFESSIONAL
AMERICAN EXPRESS
11.2024 - CurrentRead More
FREELANCE FASHION STYLIST
SELF EMPLOYED
05.2022 - CurrentRead More
VISUAL MERCHANDISER
WINSTON RETAIL
08.2019 - 11.2024Read More
VISUAL MERCHANDISER
FOREVER 21
07.2011 - 08.2019Read More
EMPIRE BEAUTY SCHOOL
COSMETOLOGY LICENSE from Cosmeotolgy
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PARSONS SCHOOL OF DESIGN
ONLINE CERTIFICATE from FASHION DESIGN
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