JESSICA KEYES (248) 709-9576 | Jessica.Keyes01@gmail.com 528 West Surf Street | Chicago, Illinois 60657
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS ! ! ! !
Creative Problem Solver Goal Oriented Well Organized Excellent Written, Verbal, and Interpersonal Communication Skills
EDUCATION Columbia College Chicago Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Business
Anticipated Graduation: December 2014
Notable Courses: ! Merchandising- product development practices; studies roles of manufacturing, wholesaling, and retailing and their relationship to merchandising; develop a merchandise plan for a product line ! Fashion Product Evaluation- identify garment components, evaluate construction techniques, estimate production costs, and integrate these fundamentals into fashion management applications ! Accounting and Finance- for arts based businesses
EXPERIENCE Brynn Capella Inc. September 2014-December 2014 Merchandising Intern Chicago, Illinois ! Responsible for merchandising two Ecommerce websites ! Business to business communication with buyers and boutique owners, managing orders and evaluating sales ! Conduct research for possible new buyer and boutique relationships ! Photo shoot styling Fall and Spring 2014 campaign Urban Outfitters Inc. October 2011-August 2014 Free People- Stylist Chicago, Illinois ! Top Seller at Store and Regional level at multiple points in time ! Knowledge of merchandising practices with display, seasonal big buys, and customer base ! Provide enhanced customer service in fitting rooms, placing orders, and contribute style and fit advice
SKILLS Proficient in: ! Mobile Point of Sale- iPhone ! Point of Sale ! Microsoft Excel