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STACY JOHNSON

STACY JOHNSON

Manhattan Beach,CA

Summary

Extensive experience in the fashion industry across New York and Los Angeles. Proven creative director with expertise in fashion design, merchandising, and store management. Knowledgeable in the complete product creation life cycle from concept to retail sale, offering valuable insights as a design consultant or retail manager.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Store Manager

Traveler Surf Club
Malibu, CA
03.2019 - Current
  • Led buying and merchandising efforts for Malibu location, achieving increased store sales.
  • Optimized product assortment and private label designs through collaboration with owners.
  • Supervised daily retail operations, including staff scheduling, inventory management, and customer service.
  • Created engaging merchandise presentations to drive purchases and reinforce brand identity.
  • Fostered strong relationships among team members to enhance collaboration and performance.
  • Addressed local customer needs by organizing events that boosted community engagement.
  • Managed schedules to ensure maximum coverage aligned with anticipated customer demand.

Owner/Designer/Retailer

STACIA
Santa Monica, CA
11.1998 - 01.2025
  • Pioneered the retail scene on Smith Street in Brooklyn with a boutique featuring Stacia clothing designs.
  • Operated a full-scale sample room and factory in DUMBO, Brooklyn, while managing a successful retail business.
  • Relocated the business to California, emphasizing the wholesale distribution of Stacia sweater designs in 2004.
  • Oversaw yarn development and managed overseas production processes.
  • Directed operations of flagship store on Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Launched a sustainable Stacia women's clothing line and fragrance line for the direct-to-consumer market.

Education

BFA - Fashion Design

PARSONS SCHOOL OF DESIGN
New York, NY

Skills

  • Fabric sourcing and sustainable fashion
  • Retail merchandising and management
  • Photoshoot styling and trend forecasting
  • Design direction and sketching
  • Sweater development and patternmaking
  • Draping and sewing
  • Graphic design and Photoshop
  • Website management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Retail Store Manager

Traveler Surf Club
03.2019 - Current

Owner/Designer/Retailer

STACIA
11.1998 - 01.2025

BFA - Fashion Design

PARSONS SCHOOL OF DESIGN

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