Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
RUNWAY DESIGN EXPERIENCE
SCHOLARSHIPS & RECOGNITION
Timeline
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Maya L. Rawlins

Maya L. Rawlins

New York

Summary

Creative fashion designer skilled in transforming innovative concepts into runway-ready garments. Expertise in craftsmanship, draping, and garment construction developed through rigorous design programs and hands-on experience at KMAC Couture. Committed to producing unique pieces that convey compelling narratives and ready to contribute to a collaborative fashion environment.

Work History

Social Media Content Creator

Lush Lemon Boutique
Louisville, KY
06.2026 - 08.2026
  • Hosted live broadcasts showcasing styling ideas, garment details, and fit, helping increase customer engagement and brand visibility.
  • Created authentic, customer-focused content that highlighted products and enhanced boutique's online presence, driving audience engagement.
  • Promoted new arrivals and seasonal collections through live shopping events and fashion-focused content across social media platforms, enhancing customer awareness and interest.
  • Represented brand by answering customer questions in real time and confidently communicating product features, fostering trust and customer loyalty.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design

Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)
New York, NY
05.2029

High School Diploma -

Parsons Fashion Design Summer Intensive
New York, NY
07.2023

High School Diploma -

SCAD Fashion Design Summer Seminar
Savannah, GA
06.2023

Skills

  • Social media content creation
  • Content strategy
  • Audience engagement
  • Live streaming
  • Video editing
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Social media platforms
  • Brand storytelling
  • Visual storytelling
  • Customer interaction
  • Creative thinking

RUNWAY DESIGN EXPERIENCE

  • KMAC Couture Participant | 2021–2024
  • Designed and constructed 4 original runway garments with coordinating accessories over four consecutive years in a competitive, deadline-driven environment.
  • Selected from hundreds of applicants annually to interpret a curatorial theme into a finished runway look.
  • Presented original designs before 1,200+ attendees at the KMAC Couture Runway Show.
  • Balanced concept development, garment construction, fittings, and finishing within strict production timelines.

SCHOLARSHIPS & RECOGNITION

Awarded a KMAC Couture Scholarship after only my first year of participation in recognition of outstanding creative achievement and potential in fashion design.

Timeline

Social Media Content Creator

Lush Lemon Boutique
06.2026 - 08.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design

Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)

High School Diploma -

Parsons Fashion Design Summer Intensive

High School Diploma -

SCAD Fashion Design Summer Seminar