CURRICULUM VITAE Amy Chappell Contact details:
D.O.B – 15th October 1993
16 Henstead Road Southampton Hampshire SO15 2DD Mobile: 07717508437 Email: achappelle93@gmail.com
Personal Statement Ever since I can remember I have been highly interested in all things fashion. My creative imagination and artistic flare has enabled me to build a unique portfolio that explores fashion from my perspective. Within my work I try to incorporate different areas of culture whether that is art or music, as I find the relationship between all cultural arts fascinating. I have a keen eye for forecasting future trends and thoroughly enjoy thinking up my own concepts for styling photo shoots and even designing my own magazine. I am an extremely ambitious and very hard working person who always looks to improve my knowledge and express my individuality. Employment/Work Experience Sept – Nov 2014 – Worked as a stylist and e commerce intern for the designer bag company Urban Travel. 2014 – This summer I worked as an accessories production and merchandising intern for the London bag designer Sophie Hulme. 2014- I worked as the PR team for Connery’s Barbershop in Southampton, which is a newly established traditional vintage barbershop. 2013- Was involved in the West Quay style hunter competition 2011- present: Front of house at The Burlington Hotel Norfolk waitressing, bar and receptionist.
2009: Week work experience at Cream Beauty Salon, Norfolk. Education GCSE’s acquired at Sheringham High School and Sixth Form Centre. 10 GCSE’S graded A-C with a B in English, C in Maths, C in Science, A in Art and B in French. A Levels acquired at Sheringham High School and Sixth Form Centre. A - Photography B – Art and Design D – History I am currently at Southampton Solent University studying a degree in Fashion Promotion and Communication. So far on my course I have covered many aspects of the industry allowing me to expand my knowledge and find my passion for the subject. Buying and Merchandising – worked in a group with a live brand in Southampton taking on the role of buyers for the company and had to pick a new portfolio of products suitable for the company and present our ideas. Media – Had to create our own individual magazine and write creative pieces suitable for it including a blog and a featured interview with a chosen fashion professional. I enjoyed this hugely because I am very interested in writing about fashion. Trend forecasting – Had to take on the role of a trend forecaster and predict a new trend that could emerge in summer 2015. Created a whole sketchbook and digital trend package to present. Public Relations – Worked on a PR project with a live client in Southampton taking on the role of the companies PR team to boost brand awareness around the city. Created an online magazine for the store and organized a pop up shop event within Southampton University.
Skills/Interests IT skills – Adobe Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator. Presentations Illustration/design Studio Photography Creative/blog writing
Styling Merchandising References References are available on request. Social Media Check out some of my work. Â
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