Melissa Clark

Work History

New Orleans Independent Fashion

New Orleans, Louisiana

10.2019 - Current

Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
Monitored expenditures to mitigate risk of overages.
Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
Performed event coordination for fashion shows
Managed event logistics and operations.
Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
Designed and implemented efforts to publicize events and promote sponsorships.
Coordinated models, photographers, and musicians for events.
Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.

EKS Concepts

New Orleans, Louisiana

06.2017 - Current

Evaluated and contributed to creative team ideas and translated into actionable project plans.
Developed strategic communication and marketing plans.
Managed campaigns with specific focuses in order to meet customer needs and creative visions.
Developed high-impact creative trailers and promotional content for company campaigns from concept to completion.
Marked samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification and sewing instructions.
Fit garments on live models to approve fit and production.
Utilized charts, drafting instruments and grading devices to create master patterns for each size within range of garment sizes.
Computed dimensions of patterns according to sizes.
Positioned and cut out master or sample patterns with scissors and or knives.
Determined best layout of pattern pieces to minimize waste of material.
Utilized flat patternmaking, draping and pattern manipulation to produce original patterns for customer use.
Developed unique patterns and designs to meet customer specifications.
Maintained database of available patterns to guide and inspire customers through design process.
Constructed sample garments for fittings and pattern adjustments.
Collaborated with photographers and designers to create innovative and visually appealing looks.
Interacted with high-end luxury brands to obtain samples for styling projects.
Identified and sourced garments, footwear and accessories to create dynamic and fashion-forward styles.

Happyland Theater

New Orleans, Louisiana

11.2015 - 05.2023

Coordinated with General Manager in different operational issues and promotional activities.
Developed and maintain operational guidelines for staff.
Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
Monitored inventory and approved reorders of stock to secure necessary resources and meet customer demand.
Communicated with customers to assess satisfaction with products and services received.
Assisted with public relations by participating in community events, which helped to draw in new business and patrons.
Supervised events from start to finish using effective crowd control methods.
Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase customer engagement and drive revenue.