McKenzie Ellingwood
Burbank,CA
Summary
Professional assistant with experience in administrative support and operational efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable in adapting to changing needs, skilled in communication, organization, and multitasking.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MAJORS ASSISTANT
HASSON COSTA SHOWROOM
Los Angeles, CA
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted Sales Director and Owner
- Act as a liaison between the showroom owner and internal/external colleagues, including teams, clients, brand partners, and major retailers
- Oversee purchase order entry and review processes for high-profile retail clients such as Nordstrom, TJX, Bloomingdale's, Shopbop, Von Maur, Fashion Pass, Stitch Fix, Revolve, Anthropologie, Nuuly.
- Facilitate and document meetings on behalf of CEO
- Prepared agendas, summarize key outcomes, and ensure timely execution of action items.
- Lead meetings when sales rep is unavailable; manage all preparation and follow up to continuity and alignment
- Manage all confidential information with the highest level of discretion and professionalism
JUNIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE OFF PRICE & PRIVATE LABEL
SANCTUARY CLOTHING
Burbank, CA
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Supported the Director in managing key off-price and private label accounts across major retailers.
- Pulled and analyzed weekly sales reports to monitor sell-through performances across key off-price accounts, including Nordstrom Rack, Fred Meyer, and Bloomingdale's Outlet.
- Reviewed inventory levels and created IPA reports weekly to identify older inventory and help move excess stock through accounts.
- Coordinated order entry, sample management, and inventory tracking to ensure timely deliveries and maximize sell-through.
- Managed pre-production and top-of-production samples, ensuring on-time delivery to retailers and collecting fit comments for the tech team.
- Requested and coordinated photoshoot samples for retailers to use for marketing needs.
- A contemporary women’s lifestyle brand, known for its modern essentials, sustainable focus, and strong presence in the wholesale and private label markets.
JUNIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
HASSON COSTA SHOWROOM
Los Angeles, CA
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Built and maintained strong wholesale buyer relationships, achieved $72K in sales within the first 6 months while developing strategies to maintain and increase business across a 10-state West Coast territory.
- Opened new accounts and managed an existing portfolio, including prominent hotel boutiques such as Fairmont Scottsdale, W Hotel, and Boulders Resort, consistently surpassing sales targets.
- Managed order processing, RAs, swaps, and customer service, ensuring seamless operations and superior client satisfaction.
- Delivered engaging product presentations at trade shows, securing new partnerships, and fostering long-term collaborations.
- A leading full-service international sales agency focused on brand building and representation of emerging and established designers in the women’s contemporary wholesale apparel industry.
SALES ASSISTANT
HASSON COSTA SHOWROOM
Los Angeles, CA
12.2022 - 06.2024
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance the shopping experience.
- Processed sales transactions efficiently using POS system to ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Collaborated with the team on sample coordination for Cala, Magic at Contemporary, Coterie, and road appointments.
- Updated inventory records and tracked missing samples with brands to keep the sales team informed.
- Assisted with reorders by pulling ATS linesheets and stock for buyers.
- Coordinated and maintained road and market schedules for both the Sales Director and Owner
- Maintained the company shared calendar, including buyer meetings and brand delivery schedules.
- Created market blasts, ATS reports, and booking reports.
- Managed cancellations and order updates to ensure client satisfaction.
- Oversee order processing, RAs, and swaps.
FOUNDER & MAKEUP ARTIST
KENZIE ELLINGWOOD MAKEUP ARTISTRY
Burbank, CA
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Established and grew a successful makeup artistry business by delivering exceptional creativity and skill ensuring client satisfaction across films, music videos, photo shoots, and weddings.
- Enthusiastically cultivated strong client relationships through exceptional people skills, creating a safe, intimate, and collaborative environment that fostered trust and repeat business.
- Managed all aspects of the business operations, including client acquisition, project coordination, invoicing, and marketing, demonstrating solopreneur agility and business development capabilities.
- A full-service professional makeup studio specializing in providing high-quality services across multiple industries including film, music, and bridal.
STYLIST
GORJANA
Glendale, CA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Cultivated strong customer relationships through personalized styling, enhancing the shopping experience and driving sales in a welcoming environment.
- Entrusted to open and close the store, balance the POS system, and maintain visual standards, reflecting a keen sense of responsibility and passion for fashion.
- Jewelry brand inspired by the California lifestyle featuring modern, delicate, feminine designs.
Education
Master Makeup Artistry - Cosmetology
MAKE-UP DESIGNORY (MUD)
Burbank, CA06-2020
Skills
- Product Knowledge & Presentation
- Multitasking & Time Management
- Google Workspace
- JOOR
- NuOrder
- Showroom Exchange
- Apparel Magic
- Dropbox
- Full Circle
Websites
Certification
- BARBICIDE | Online | Professional Beauty Industry Training & COVID 19 Certification
- AMERICAN RED CROSS | Burbank, CA | CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
ULTA BEAUTY: BEAUTY ADVISOR | Full-time & Seasonal | 2018, 2019, 2020
Timeline
MAJORS ASSISTANT
HASSON COSTA SHOWROOM
07.2025 - Current
JUNIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE OFF PRICE & PRIVATE LABEL
SANCTUARY CLOTHING
03.2025 - 04.2025
JUNIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
HASSON COSTA SHOWROOM
06.2024 - 02.2025
SALES ASSISTANT
HASSON COSTA SHOWROOM
12.2022 - 06.2024
STYLIST
GORJANA
01.2020 - 01.2021
FOUNDER & MAKEUP ARTIST
KENZIE ELLINGWOOD MAKEUP ARTISTRY
01.2019 - 01.2022
Master Makeup Artistry - Cosmetology
MAKE-UP DESIGNORY (MUD)