Kimberly Hess
50-61 47th Street,NY
Summary
Dynamic, client-focused professional with a proven history of cultivating relationships and implementing innovative solutions within the fashion industry. Expertise in showcasing diverse fashion looks for designers, buyers, and customers, complemented by polished skills in all facets of photo and editorial shoots, including outfitting, hair and makeup, model selection, and accessorizing. Renowned for providing cutting-edge fabric and trend inspiration to leading corporations while consistently exceeding client expectations through exceptional service and design innovation. Passionate entrepreneur with a deep understanding of fashion and design, adept at transforming initial concepts into highly marketable collections that drive top sales season after season.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Stylist I
Amazon Photo Studio
Kentucky, Indiana And New York
01.2012 - 04.2026
- Global styling POC for Nike. Styling POC for Video Content Elevated Packages and off figure Premium Elevated Media Sets.
- Developing and implementing style guides and imaging guides for the company’s visual identity.
- Conceptualizing video and still photography for on-figure and off-figure content.
- Presenting styling ideas and projects to stakeholders.
- Styling various brands’ looks.
- Managing and training freelance talent, ensuring their expertise aligns with the company’s standards.
- Overseeing and leading projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project specifications.
- Collaborating with internal and external teams to achieve creative objectives and maintain a cohesive brand image.
- Conducting model fittings and casting sessions to select the most suitable models for each project.
- Implemented process improvements in styling workflows, enhancing efficiency during high-demand periods.
Designer, Patternmaker, Seamstress, Business Owner
Mercury Wilde The Little Black Dress Company
Ohio And New York
01.2011 - Current
- Delivered exceptional service quality thought leadership and profit performance with a focus on the growth and development of business operations.
- Charged with designing custom made dresses and ready to wear collections while creating customized patterns to customer’s measurements via American standard sizes.
- Spearheaded sewing and alterations initiatives such as mockups, final garments, and samples.
- Participate in numerous fashion shows and photoshoots to display newly created designs while improving company brand and visibility.
- Managed and operated small business with a limited budget by developing relationships to produce multiple fashion shows and photoshoots for online business presence. This increased the customer base by 25%.
- Exceeded the customer’s expectation by designing two custom made dresses on time and within budget.
- Researched current fashion design trends, including trimmings, silhouette, colors, and fabrics, to determine the best fit for prospective and existing customers.
- Designed innovative fashion collections, aligning with brand vision and market trends.
- Led branding initiatives to reinforce company identity through cohesive visual elements.
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Produced high-quality mockups for client approval during the iterative design process, saving time on revisions later down the line.
Jr. Stylist / Assistant Stylist | Independent Projects
Kelly Services – My Habit | Amazon Photo Studio Hebron
Kentucky
01.2012 - 01.2012
- Trusted to adhere to company’s style guidelines to ensure successful product imagery.
- Proactively worked in an ever so changing, fast-paced environment assisting with trade tools, acquiring accessories, dressing models, and communicating cross-collaboratively with various members of the set.
Stylist
GAP
Ohio
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Led a profitable sales strategy to achieve yearly growth goals through the development of relationships with an emphasis on solutions.
- Trained new management and associates on Gap Body product and fitting procedures.
- Served as a personal stylist during special events.
- Assisted visual team with windows, visual displays, and overnight floor changes.
- Achieved 100% sales goal through creating superior customer service, building a diverse clientele through bilingual communications, and up to date fashion knowledge, recommending the most suitable products to meet clients' needs and lifestyles.
- Established a genuine relationship and provided a unique and customized styling experience by analyzing client profiles to select the best items, resulting in performance above company goals.
- Met and exceeded customer expectations to build brand loyalty.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized styling advice and outfit recommendations.
- Collaborated with fellow stylists to create visually appealing store displays that attracted customers and showcased merchandise effectively.
Education
University of The Arts | London The London College of Fashion
LondonFoundation Degree - Fashion Design of Technology | Surface Textiles for Fashion Embroidery
London01-2006
Fashion Portfolio Diploma -
University of The Arts
London01-2003
Skills
- Creative & Artistic Design
- Fashion Styling
- Process Improvement
- Product Development
- Garment Fit Evaluation
- Sewing & Alterations
- Training & Development
- Fashion Shows & Photo Shoots
- Technical Snapshot: MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Figma, Outlook, Adobe Suite
Timeline
Stylist I
Amazon Photo Studio
01.2012 - 04.2026
Jr. Stylist / Assistant Stylist | Independent Projects
Kelly Services – My Habit | Amazon Photo Studio Hebron
01.2012 - 01.2012
Designer, Patternmaker, Seamstress, Business Owner
Mercury Wilde The Little Black Dress Company
01.2011 - Current
Stylist
GAP
01.2007 - 01.2009
University of The Arts | London The London College of Fashion
Foundation Degree - Fashion Design of Technology | Surface Textiles for Fashion Embroidery
Fashion Portfolio Diploma -
University of The Arts
PREVIOUS DESIGNER EXPERIENCE FROM 1998 – 2006
- Fashion Show Volunteer | Design Department Intern | Betsey Johnson, New York, NY
- Sample Room Assistant | Luella London, England
- Buyer | Fashion Show Director | Avalon Stores, Co. | Columbus, OH