Fashion Photography
Kennedy Hernandez
Brooklyn
Summary
Creative Stylist with a distinguished history of customer satisfaction and success. Proven to maintain relationships with clients and keep clean and organized workspaces. As a senior majoring in Apparel Design, I am eager to leverage my creative skills and passion for fashion in a dynamic internship role within the industry. I am seeking an opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking fashion company where I can further develop my design abilities, gain hands-on experience, and learn from seasoned professionals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Fashion Show Designer
RUNWAY
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Analyzed user behavior and feedback to optimize design and user experience.
- Streamlined design processes, resulting in increased efficiency and faster project completion times.
- Designed eye-catching promotional materials, driving increased event attendance and participation rates.
- Created sketches and technical drawings to present design concepts to clients.
- Identified design requirements for each project.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop, review and finalize design concepts.
Fashion Show Production Stylist Coordinator
RUNWAY
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisting senior designers in conceptualizing and developing seasonal collections
- Conducted research on emerging trends, fabrics, and color palettes
- Created technical drawings, flat sketches, and mood boards for presentations
- Collaborated with pattern makers and sample sewers to bring designs to life
- Contributed to fittings and made necessary adjustments to prototypes.
Retail Sales Associate
Tillys
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided exceptional customer service, assisting clients with styling and product selection
- Maintained visual merchandising standards to showcase products effectively
- Processed transactions accurately and efficiently using POS systems
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked merchandise as needed
- Participated in in-store events and promotions to drive sales and enhance brand awareness.
Education
Degree - Apparel Design
Buffalo State University
Skills
Works with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop & Illustrator)
Skilled in hand sketching and technical illustrative drawing
Knowledgeable in garment construction techniques and pattern drafting
Strong understanding of textiles and fabric properties
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Detail-oriented with an eye for design aesthetics
Familiar with fashion trends and market analysis
Teamwork and Collaboration
Product Knowledge
Creative Thinking
Projects
- RUNWAY 2024 - Model Stylist for the RUNWAY campaign Fall 2023 semester.
- Freelance photography and editing from August 2023 - Current.
- Modeled for Buffalo Fashion Week Fall 2023 NYFW.
- Modeled in the Buffalo State University fashion show in Spring 2022 as well as a freelance model for other shoots on campus.
- Stylist and photographer for a social media influencer brand collab. @racy.usa @krispy.kam
- Model and stylist for a vintage thrift shop @viaprincessa located in Lockport, NY.
Interests
Styling
Traveling
Tooth Gems
Vintage Runway Fashion
Timeline
Fashion Show Designer
RUNWAY
01.2025 - 04.2025
Fashion Show Production Stylist Coordinator
RUNWAY
01.2024 - 04.2024
Retail Sales Associate
Tillys
06.2020 - 08.2021
Degree - Apparel Design
Buffalo State University