Amanda Coates
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Education:
Fashion Institute of Technology New York, NY
B.F.A. Fabric Styling, Graduated Cum Laude May 2012
A.A.S. Fashion Merchandising & Management, Graduated May 2010
Experience:
Trendz Boutique Store Manager
July 2012 Present Littleton, CO
Participate in buying trips, work with reps from numerous clothing lines, process incoming orders, interact with and assist customers, handle all aspects of social media, manage a variety of events, and day-to-day store operations.
DKNY Intern in the Fabric Department
January 2012 May 2012 New York, NY
Assist in all aspects of production and design, consisting of designing fabric for the Resort 2012 line, work with vendors in managing aspects related to purchasing, work with dyers to achieve exact colors, review lab dips, organize boards and books for each delivery, get swatches for potential colors and fabrics, and create color cards.
Abercrombie & Fitch
August 2009 September 2010 Lone Tree, CO
February 2009 - August 2009 New York, NY
Responsible for assisting customers with sizing, personal shopping, and supporting clients needs, as well as managing cash collections and fitting rooms, assisting with inventory and store layouts, and recruiting people to work in the store.
dAnelli Bridal
December 2007 June 2008 Lakewood, CO
Assist brides and their bridal parties in finding the best dress for everyone, use color cards to choose the right color, set up appointments and follow up with customers, and measure bridesmaids and choose the correct size.
Honors & Memberships
Cum Laude
Deans List
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Model Workshop 2011
Skills
Kaledo
Photoshop
Illustrator
Flash
Nedgraphics
Excel
Power Point
Fashion Styling
Forecasting
Interior Decorating