LAYNE FIALA
Saint Louis,MO
Summary
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Results-driven professional with expertise in retail operations, visual merchandising, and apparel graphic design. Demonstrates strong visual acumen and organizational skills to enhance product presentation and support efficient team workflows. Focused on styling, wardrobe preparation, photoshoots, and overall fashion production.
WILLING TO RELOCATE !!!!!
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Katie’s Pizza and Pasta
Ballwin, MO
02.2026 - Current
- Designed freelance brand assets for independent client projects.
- Created logos, icons, and marketing graphics for self-employed business needs.
- Developed print layouts using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Greeted guests and presented Katie's Pizza and Pasta menu recommendations.
- Took food and drink orders using restaurant POS system.
- Delivered entrees, pizza, and pasta with accurate timing.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff on special requests and allergies.
- Refilled drinks and checked tables for guest satisfaction.
- Processed payments and balanced cash and card transactions.
- Reset dining tables and prepared seating for next guests.
- Supported team service during busy dining room shifts.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Free Lance Graphic Designer
Myself
Imperial, MO
10.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily supplement store operations and sales floor coverage
- Trained team on product knowledge, customer service, and upselling
- Managed inventory counts, restocking, and product placement
- Researched trends and guided seasonal concepts for fashion studio collections.
- Selected fabrics, trims, and colors for collection development.
- Collaborated with merchandisers and sales teams on collection direction.
- Maintained design archives and organized material libraries for studio use.
- Supervised fittings during the development stage of projects to evaluate fit and styling details.
- Collaborated with team members on all aspects of the design process from concept to production.
- Managed design process of new accessories to fit with clothing line.
Assistant Manager
Supplement Superstores
Fenton & Manchester, Missouri
01.2023 - 03.2026
- Supported daily retail operations in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment while balancing multiple priorities and maintaining attention to detail.
- Contributed to social media content and visual communication, helping present products and the brand in a clear, engaging way.
- Created apparel graphic design concepts and supported brand-related creative projects.
- Helped maintain organized, visually appealing product displays and a polished customer experience.
- Collaborated with team members and leadership, communicated clearly, and adapted quickly to changing needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Seckman High School
Imperial, MissouriSkills
- Visual styling and presentation
- Apparel graphic design
- Photography and visual storytelling
- Social media content
- Product presentation
- Organization and inventory awareness
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Detail orientation
- Time management
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Camera operation
- Photo editing
- Visual merchandising
- Brand development
- Client relations
- Attention to detail
- Creative problem solving
- Clear communication
- Team coordination
- Schedule management
- Problem solving
- Composure under pressure
Personal Information
Title: FASHION ASSISTANT | STYLING VISUALS CREATIVE PRODUCTION
RELOCATION
- Willing to relocate to desired location.
Timeline
Server
Katie’s Pizza and Pasta
02.2026 - Current
Free Lance Graphic Designer
Myself
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
Supplement Superstores
01.2023 - 03.2026
High School Diploma -
Seckman High School