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RAYE PARKS

Summary

Creative and detail-oriented fashion professional with extensive experience in styling, retail and operations. An exceptional problem solver and idea generator with expertise in sourcing, trend forecasting, and fashion merchandising. Knowledgeable in editorial photography and social media, with excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to manage high-end client relations effectively.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Stylist Sales Associate

Proprietors Vintage Luxury
03.2024 - Current

Consistently named top performing associate in terms of sales and repeat clientele. I specialize in styling clients for events and everyday wear, helping them envision how our pieces would enhance their wardrobes. My success is driven by my ability to connect with high-end clients and understand their unique fashion needs. My expertise in fashion merchandising and personalized styling ensures that each client leaves satisfied and confident in their purchases. Responsibilities also include visual merchandising and social media content development.

CAD Designer

Freelance
02.2022 - Current

I work closely with design directors to create concepts, select color stories and develop fabrics. I am proficient in Adobe Illustrator and YuniquePLM.

Vintage Sourcing Assistant

Anna Corinna Free People
12.2022 - 05.2024

Anna Corinna is the top selling vintage supplier for Free People. My time with Anna was spent trend searching, creating mood boards, sourcing vintage, fulfilling orders and creating social media content.

Production Assistant

SCL Footwear Group
09.2021 - 11.2022

At SCL, a national footwear manufacturer, I assisted in various departments including marketing and product development. I managed all aspects of e-commerce for the Goodyear brand including overseeing the website design, customer service, influencer recruitment and liaison, community management and backend logistics. I assisted designers through trend predictions, community research and by creating target audience profiles for many SCL brands including Raw Rolling Papers and Britney Spears.

Stylist Assistant

V Magazine, Steve Madden, Exclusive Resorts
12.2020 - 12.2021

Assisted experienced stylists in curating wardrobe for a variety of photo shoots. Day of shoot I would work with model to make sure the product looked its best and the look aligned with the client’s brand and creative vision.

Personal Shopper

Dress For Success Worldwide
03.2018 - 08.2018

Volunteered for the nonprofit organization Dress for Success, where I styled and created wardrobes for women looking to get back into the work force. I helped provide them with suits for their interview and work attire once they got the job. It was a super fulfilling job helping women feel confident during such an important time in their life.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY
05.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Business Management

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY
05.2021

Skills

  • Luxury apparel
  • On set styling
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Proficient in Excel
  • Experienced in YuniquePLM

Timeline

Stylist Sales Associate

Proprietors Vintage Luxury
03.2024 - Current

Vintage Sourcing Assistant

Anna Corinna Free People
12.2022 - 05.2024

CAD Designer

Freelance
02.2022 - Current

Production Assistant

SCL Footwear Group
09.2021 - 11.2022

Stylist Assistant

V Magazine, Steve Madden, Exclusive Resorts
12.2020 - 12.2021

Personal Shopper

Dress For Success Worldwide
03.2018 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising

Fashion Institute of Technology

Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Business Management

Fashion Institute of Technology
RAYE PARKS