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Rene Acuna

Venice

Summary

  • A Commercial and Television Wardrobe stylist with 20+years of on-set experience in fast paced environments. Substantial experience ranging from award show red-carpet styling, television, commercials, editorial, videos and advertising.
  • Excellent understanding of the garment design and manufacturing process: from the garment conceptualization stage, through the pattern-making phase, to the final garment production.
  • Strong presentation skills – experienced in providing formal presentations to educate sales teams on product nuances.
  • Excellent communication skills – consistent track record of effectively interfacing with both domestic and overseas vendors.
  • Strong fashion and color sense.
  • Keen ability to not only recognize trends but to also dictate and create new ones.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

WARDROBE STYLIST

EXTRA TV/WARNER BROS ENTERTAINMENT
Los Angeles, CA
10.2013 - Current

•. Oversees the entire wardrobe department for daily show production, curating overall styling vision for all talent for day of air, junkets, red carpets and all award shows throughout the year.

•. Successfully manages all budgets and expenses for the wardrobe department.

•. Supervises a team of wardrobe stylists, assigning tasks and ensuring that they are completed timely and efficiently.

•. Maintains a detailed inventory of all wardrobe items, including size, color, style, and condition.

•. Has long standing relationships with showrooms and PR agencies

•. Created mood boards by researching current fashion trends and competitor activity.

FREELANCE COMMERCIAL STYIST

Self Employed Web
Venice
10.2008 - Current

COMMERCIALS - DIRECTORS - PRODUCTION COMPANY

TIM Mobil - Daniele Luchetti - Kantara

DiGiorno Pizza - Matt Smukler - The Cartel

Nike - Matt Smukler. - The Cartel

Oreo - Matt Smukler - The Cartel

Reebok. - Steve Readmond. - Wild Plum Productions

Wii- Our House-Party - Steve Readmond - Wild Plum Productions

La Tisse - Steve Readmond - Wild Plum Productions

Chase Promo Spot. - Eran Creevy - Sleeper USA

Union Bank - Sandep Rahi - MIHP

Bandai Toys - Tamagotchi Sandep Rahi - MIHP

Echo Jeans - Jack Wung - Kantara Films

Wii-Marching Band - Steve Readmond - Wild Plum Productions

Speedo - Simon Stock - Kantara Films

Briel Watches - Albert Watson - Kantara Films

American Express. - Carl Rinsch - RSA

Toyota Avalon - Carl Rinsch - RSA

ABC Shaq X-Mas Promo - Noble Jones - Villains

Adidas - Larry Frey - Villains

Champs Sports - Larry Frey - Villains

Foot Locker - Larry Frey - Villains

Virgin Mobile - Larry Frey - Villains

MORE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

FREELANCE FASHION DESIGNER

SELF EMPLOYED
VENICE, CA
07.2002 - Current

• Create full package apparel and accessories development from concept to completion for a variety of clients.

• Advise on brand direction and distribution once apparel package has been created.

• Create logos, packaging and other design materials for a variety of clients.

• Analyzed current fashion trends and forecast future trends in the industry.

• Negotiated pricing contracts with manufacturers based on quantity ordered.

• Directed styling teams on set during photoshoots ensuring that looks were consistent with design concepts.

Clients include: Body Glove, Rip Curl, Mongoose Bikes, Gary Scott USA, Volcom, Rough Cut, Blue Link

CREATIVE DIRECTOR/LEAD DESIGNER

GRAIL/UNHOLY GRAIL
LOS ANGELES, CA
02.2003 - 11.2007

STORE OWNER/CREATIVE DIRECTOR/DESIGNER/BUYER

HYDROLAB
VENICE, CA
07.2002 - 07.2005

•. Create a successful retail and apparel experience from concept to completion.

• Lead design team and create overall direction of vintage inspired surf label.

•. Merchandise and build out retail outlet reminiscent of a vintage surf shop with a modern twist.

•. Coordinate the domestic and international wholesale operation of the Hydrolab brand.

• Attend trade shows as lead buyer for retail outlet.

• Maintain press relationships and handle product pitches and send outs for product placement opportunities

•. Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.

• Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.

• Increased business by developing new marketing and promotional strategies.

ACCESSORIES DESIGNER

QUIKSILVER
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA
10.2001 - 12.2002

ASST. ACCESSORIES DESIGNER

Billabong/Hurley
COSTA MESA, CA
03.1997 - 07.2001

Education

Timeline

WARDROBE STYLIST

EXTRA TV/WARNER BROS ENTERTAINMENT
10.2013 - Current

FREELANCE COMMERCIAL STYIST

Self Employed Web
10.2008 - Current

CREATIVE DIRECTOR/LEAD DESIGNER

GRAIL/UNHOLY GRAIL
02.2003 - 11.2007

FREELANCE FASHION DESIGNER

SELF EMPLOYED
07.2002 - Current

STORE OWNER/CREATIVE DIRECTOR/DESIGNER/BUYER

HYDROLAB
07.2002 - 07.2005

ACCESSORIES DESIGNER

QUIKSILVER
10.2001 - 12.2002

ASST. ACCESSORIES DESIGNER

Billabong/Hurley
03.1997 - 07.2001

Rene Acuna