Shannon Cooper
Business Owner/Apparel Designer
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Driven Small Business Owner with excellent business acumen, creativity and leadership skills. Offers advanced experience in developing marketing strategies, identifying business opportunities, and generating sales in the Fashion industry. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Creative design professional offering over 20 years of experience in fashion design and apparel production. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner & Apparel Designer
Made It Art LLC
Anaheim, CA
03.2020 - Current
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers, vendors and other industry professionals to stay informed about new developments and resources available.
- Oversaw production fashion line from concept to completion.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Designed seasonal styles according to upcoming trends and popular color palettes.
Production Manager
Private Arts Inc
Huntington Beach, CA
05.2016 - 06.2019
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
Business Owner/Operator
Butt Out Inc
02.1995 - 04.2015
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Designed seasonal styles according to upcoming trends and popular color palettes.
- Worked with photographers and stylists to showcase products for optimal visibility.
- Designed sampling displays to enhance consumer interest.
- Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
- Created and presented design collections to buyers and other industry professionals to generate interest and secure orders.
- Participated in trade shows to showcase garments and attract buyers.
- Oversaw production fashion line from concept to completion.
Retail Merchandiser
Macys Department Store
Newport Beach , CA
10.2013 - 02.2014
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Designed displays to deliver interactive, engaging, and memorable store experiences for shoppers.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Arranged consistent shelves, bins, and racks at 1 locations by following established planograms.
Education
Associate of Arts - Permanant Makeup
02-2014
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology
08-1995
High School Diploma -
06-1984
Skills
- Expertise in Startup Launch
- Business marketing
- Small business operations
- Vendor relations
- Entrepreneurial leadership
- Vision implementation
- Planning and execution
- Cost control and analysis
- Technology sales
Timeline
Small Business Owner & Apparel Designer - Made It Art LLC
03.2020 - Current
Production Manager - Private Arts Inc
05.2016 - 06.2019
Retail Merchandiser - Macys Department Store
10.2013 - 02.2014
Business Owner/Operator - Butt Out Inc
02.1995 - 04.2015
Permanant Makeup Artist - Associate of Arts, Permanant Makeup
Colleen O Hara's Beauty Academy - Associate of Arts, Cosmetology
Katella High School - High School Diploma,
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
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