Ksenia Smirnoff
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Multidisciplinary Creative Director & Master Designer with over 20 years of international experience spanning luxury retail, television production, and successful entrepreneurship. Awarded by the Mayor of Los Angeles for excellence in Art and Performance. Armed with a Master’s Degree in Architecture and Design and a background in high-end styling for brands like Saks Fifth Avenue and Universal Studios. A bilingual strategist expert at translating complex brand visions into immersive 3D environments, luxury interiors, and scalable fashion brands.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Creative Director & Founder
Smirnoff Design Studio/Alice Tribe
Los Angeles
01.2008 - Current
- Built and scaled a multi-disciplinary creative agency specializing in interior design, mural art, and high-end event decor.
- Launched "Alice Tribe," a boutique Boho fashion and home decor brand, overseeing end-to-end product development, brand identity, and e-commerce strategy.
- Consulted for private and corporate clients to deliver bespoke visual solutions, including floral design and furniture restoration.
Manager & Creative Strategist
Master Dog Training
Hollywood, California
01.2013 - 09.2019
- Directed daily operations and sales strategy, increasing client acquisition through creative marketing and improved service offerings.
- Provided critical operational support as a substitute trainer and assistant, ensuring seamless service continuity.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
Freelance Window Display Designer
Maximum Impact
New York, New York
03.2008 - 05.2015
- Executed high-concept visual merchandising and installations for global luxury brands including Godiva, Moët & Chandon, and Hennessy.
- Translated strict brand guidelines into immersive 3D environments, ensuring consistent luxury messaging across high-traffic metropolitan retail locations.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
Wardrobe Stylist Assistant
Universal Studios
Universal City, California
04.2004 - 10.2009
- Managed high-volume wardrobe inventory and continuity for a premier network television production.
- Researched fashion trends to inform styling choices for diverse characters.
- Collaborated with production teams to ensure character-specific styling met strict aesthetic and timeframe requirements for filming.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design & Merchandising
Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising
Los Angeles, CA 08.2001 - 05.2005
Master of Arts - Architecture And Design
Moscow Architectural Institute
moscow 09.1991 - 03.1996
Skills
- Design & Artistry: Visual Merchandising, Spatial Design, Mural Painting, Floral Design, Furniture Redesign
- Styling: Wardrobe Styling (Film/TV), High-Fashion Styling, Interior Decor, Mood Board Development
- Business Leadership: Brand Development, Project Management, Sales Strategy, Client Relations
- Technical Skills: Architecture, Material Sourcing, Fabrication, Drafting, Critical Problem-Solving
- Languages: English (Fluent), Russian (Native)
Timeline
Manager & Creative Strategist
Master Dog Training
01.2013 - 09.2019
Freelance Window Display Designer
Maximum Impact
03.2008 - 05.2015
Creative Director & Founder
Smirnoff Design Studio/Alice Tribe
01.2008 - Current
Wardrobe Stylist Assistant
Universal Studios
04.2004 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design & Merchandising
Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising
08.2001 - 05.2005
Master of Arts - Architecture And Design
Moscow Architectural Institute
09.1991 - 03.1996