Philanthropy
Ruth McCoy Miles
Fashion Consultant
Ithaca,NY
Summary
Experienced Actress and Model versed in managing complex shoot schedules and collaborating across multiple industries to create memorable images and video. Driven and reliable with expertise in high fashion and commerical modeling. Also highly educated, graduated HS with a 4.2 GPA and a current 4.0 at Ithaca College. Excellent writer and high communication skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Model
Fashion Week Co.
DC, New York, Los Angelos
01.2016 - Current
- Promoted products and services by posing for photo shoots, acting in commercials, and walking in live shows.
- Modeled garments such as dresses, coats, underclothing and swimwear.
- Cut down on shooting times by 20% by closely following photographer directions and feedback.
- Maintained high levels of professionalism in over 25 shoots.
- Kept up with personal care to cut down on wait times for hair, makeup and styling.
- Studied runway walking technique for 2 years to increase audition success rate by 60%
Sales Associate
Pacific Sunwear
Fairfax, VA
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Trained and developed new sales team associates in products, selling techniques and company procedures.
- Achieved perfect attendance and on-time record.
- Worked alongside retail representatives to enhance product presentations and advertising collateral.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Acting
Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY 09.2021 - Current
High School Diploma - Acting And Musical Theater
Fairfax Academy of Art
Fairfax, VA 09.2017 - 05.2021
Skills
Fashion and editorial shoots
Photoshoot procedures
Audition techniques
Makeup techniques
Product promotions
Agent collaboration
Interpersonal Communication
Leadership
Excellent Communication
Dependable and Responsible
Accomplishments
- Planned and directed a charity Fashion show (Fashion4Foster) over the course of 1 year with the support of Touching Heart and Macy's.
- Was on the Board of Touching Heart for 3+ years while advocating for youth programs and attending budget meetings.
- Ran several youth programs under Kids on a Mission.
Interests
English/Communication
Marketing/Business
Styling
Hospitality
Timeline
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Acting
Ithaca College
09.2021 - Current
Sales Associate
Pacific Sunwear
06.2018 - 08.2019
High School Diploma - Acting And Musical Theater
Fairfax Academy of Art
09.2017 - 05.2021
Model
Fashion Week Co.
01.2016 - Current