Sarvey Tahmasebi
Dripping Springs,TX
Summary
As a seasoned creative and sales & marketing professional with a proven track record in driving sales and building strong client relationships, With a blend of artistic vision, strategic marketing insight, and a personable approach, I excel in fostering long-lasting partnerships while delivering innovative solutions that align with brand objectives. My experience in textile and fashion, coupled with my leadership acumen, enables me to inspire teams and create compelling, results-driven campaigns that elevate brand presence and drive growth
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Sales Representative I Textile Branding Specialist
Image Textiles/Design Knit Inc.
01.2001 - Current
- Over the span of 23 years, I spearheaded the exponential growth of Design Knit & Image Textile's client & product base, propelling annual sales to $6 million
- Specializing in branding exclusively for Design Knit textiles working specifically with leading contemporary fashion brands, I consistently accounted for half of the annual sales while simultaneously nurturing, training, and overseeing the sales team & production team
- My forte lies in cultivating client relationships that endure for years, enabling me to drive the creative direction for Design Knit in alignment with client needs
- Key Achievements and Contributions include:
- - Managed key client relationships and facilitated product development
- - Led sales and marketing initiatives, including textile forecasting and compelling presentations
- - Handling purchase orders, determining terms and conditions, establishing production timelines, approving products, and ensuring quality standards are met
- - Ensuring production consistently met 100% customer expectations
- - Managing Profit and Loss (P&L) for the sales organization
- Consulted with customers to assess requirements, offer product recommendations and resolve technical issues after sales.
- Educated customers by providing demonstrations and explaining benefits and advantages of textile use
- Conducted daily follow-up calls to answer client's questions and manage sales process.
- Evaluated inventory and delivery needs and optimized strategies to meet customer demands.
- Used strong customer service skills to develop loyal customer base, increasing repurchasing rate.
PRINCIPAL PHOTOGRAPHER & PRODUCER
Sarvey Photography
01.2005 - Current
- Specializing fashion photography projects for a diverse portfolio of fashion and personal brands, managing the entire creative process from concept to final delivery
- Expertise includes creative direction, production management, photography, and post-production editing, ensuring each project aligns with the client’s brand identity and vision
- Consistently delivered compelling visual content on schedule, exceeding client expectations through a combination of artistic vision and precise execution
- Known for turning abstract concepts into striking, brand-consistent imagery
EXECUTIVE
Charles David Inc.
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Company Overview: At a luxury leather footwear brand
- At a luxury leather footwear brand, I embarked on a journey from intern to various pivotal roles, evolving into a versatile professional adept in design, executive support, and international sales assistance
- Key Responsibilities and Achievements include:
- - Transitioned from intern to design assistant, contributing to the creation of tech packages for esteemed mills in Italy and Spain
- - Facilitated seamless communication and coordination between executive leadership and overseas factories, ensuring the alignment of production with brand standards and objectives
- - Spearheaded event coordination efforts for trade shows, optimizing product presentation and maximizing exposure for the Sales team
- - Leveraged expertise in public relations and advertising to curate product selections for renowned publications such as Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Bazaar, and Elle magazine, enhancing brand visibility
- - Collaborated closely with stylists to facilitate the inclusion of our footwear in celebrity ad campaigns, solidifying brand presence in the fashion industry's most coveted platforms
- At a luxury leather footwear brand
Education
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising
Los Angeles01.1997
Skills
- Project Management
- Team Development
- Expert Facilitator
- Executive Level Synchs
- Conflict Resolution
- Corporate Communication
- Deep Relationship Building
- Product Development
- Textile Development
- Sourcing
- Digital Marketing
- P&L
- Creative Design
- Photography Studio Lighting
- Photoshoot Producer
- Photoshop
- Lightroom
- Production Coordinator
- Retouching and color correction
- Creative artistic vision
- Visual storytelling
- Fashion photography
- Sales expertise
- Reliability
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Field and in-studio shooting
Timeline
PRINCIPAL PHOTOGRAPHER & PRODUCER
Sarvey Photography
01.2005 - Current
Independent Sales Representative I Textile Branding Specialist
Image Textiles/Design Knit Inc.
01.2001 - Current
EXECUTIVE
Charles David Inc.
01.1997 - 01.2001
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising
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