Redeate Lemma
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
An enthusiastic team player that welcomes opportunities to learn and grow, and is passionate about forging a career in the fashion industry.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media Intern & Keyholder
Grant BLVD
Philadelphia, PA
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Increased Instagram following by 498 in 8 months
- Increased TikTok following by 82 in 8 months
- Created engaging social media campaigns for brands TikTok and Instagram pages
- Connected with numerous local influencers to foster authentic partnerships and endorsements
- Researched competitors and industry trends to develop successful content
- Styled in-store displays routinely; edited racks, mannequins, and window display styling
- Opened and closed store while independently managing in-store operations
Backstage Assistant
BATSHEVA
New York, NY
09.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted backstage for Spring 23/24 NYFW
- Sewed last minute accessories
- Steamed and organized garments by model
- Dressed mannequins and models based off lookbook
- Assisted setting up venue
Merchandising Intern
FewModa
New York, NY
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Compiled sales reports on product performance across different retailers
- Assisted e-commerce photoshoots steaming and handling garments
- Edited e-commerce photos for website
- Assisted meetings with buyers
- Checked samples into office and Microsoft Excel daily
- Created Fall 2023 Trend Deck
Stylist & Sales Associate
Francesca's Boutique
Reston, VA
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Connected with customers to understand styling needs
- Styled walk-in customers and display mannequins
- Stocked and organized merchandise racks and jewelry displays
- Trained new employees on company practices
- Processed cash and credit transactions daily
Education
Bachelor of Science - Design & Merchandising, Art History Minor
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA06.2024
Skills
- Microsoft- Word, Powerpoint, Excel
- Adobe- Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
- Social Media- Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest
- Joor
- Shopify
- Organization
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Relations
- Team Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Trend forecasting
Awards/Certifications
- A.J. Drexel Scholarship
- Merchant Academy Certification
- EDITED Retail Certified
Timeline
Backstage Assistant
BATSHEVA
09.2023 - 09.2023
Social Media Intern & Keyholder
Grant BLVD
08.2023 - 04.2024
Merchandising Intern
FewModa
09.2022 - 01.2023
Stylist & Sales Associate
Francesca's Boutique
04.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Design & Merchandising, Art History Minor
Drexel University