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EDUCATION

•Master of Arts, Visual Arts, California State University, Northridge, CA, 2012
•Bachelor of Arts, Visual Arts, California State University Northridge, CA, 2010
•Associate in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Pierce College, Los Angeles, CA, 2008
•Associate in Arts, Fine Arts, Pierce College, Los Angeles, CA, 2007
•Associate in Arts, Graphic Design, Pierce College, Los Angeles, CA, 2007
•Associate of Arts, Fashion Design, FIDM, Los Angeles, CA, 2002

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Diane Von Furstenberg presents Journey of a Dress
Los Angeles, CA
Docent 01/ 2014 – 04 / 2014

•Volunteered as docent for Diane Von Furstenberg’s 40th Anniversary exhibition titled “Journey of a Dress” at the Wilshire May Company Building.
•Appointed as point-to person in absence of the production coordinator of the exhibition.
•Researched, memorized and presented to patrons and guests, accurate information about all of the fashion, artwork and artists included in the exhibition.
•Presented accurate information on the history and cultural relevance of the brand and Diane Von Furstenberg herself.
•Communicating directly with Patrons of all ages and artistic acumen.
•Maintaining a positive attitude of flexibility and respect in all relationships with patrons, guest, staff, and peers
•Functioning at all times within the necessary Diane Von Furstenberg company guidelines

Freelance Designer / Artist
Los Angeles, CA
rezahashemizadeh.com
2003 –Present

•Exhibiting artwork in various Art shows and Group shows since, 2007
•Student Curator 'William Hogarth' show, Pierce College Art Gallery, LA, CA, 2007
•Designed original logo for Non-profit organization 'SATRANG', LA, CA, 2005
•Created original embroidery designs for 'Rekha International', New York, NY, 2003
•Fashion Illustrator for designer 'Cheryl Vance', Santa Monica,2003

Artist Rebecca Ripple
Los Angeles, CA
Assistant Artist (Intern)
07/ 2012 -11/ 2012

•Assisted head artist with painting, sculpting, molding and sewing of artwork.
•Assisted head artist with measuring and technical aspects of artwork.
•In addition to art related duties, also responsible for other duties such as procuring art material from art stores, studio organization and ran errands for artist.
•Handled, mantled, dismantled, packed and crated fragile artwork.
•Helped install and dismantle final show.

Firm Body Evolution
West Hollywood, CA
Office Assistant (Intern) 10 / 2009 - 07/2010

•Professionally and cordially greeted and registered clients.
•Assisted clients with booking, changing and canceling appointments.
•Entrusted with managing office in the supervisor's absence.
•Provided a timely, courteous and knowledgeable response to information requests.
•Maintained and overall organized appearance of the facility.

Legal Assist
Oak Park, CA
Research Assistant (Intern)
05/ 2003 - 07/2007

•Assisted head paralegal research cases.
•Took phone calls and messages.
•Typed and completed forms and legal documents.
•Kept neat records, and kept track of office supplies.

St. John Knits
Irvine, CA
In-house Artist / Assistant Designer
10 / 2002 - 01 / 2003

•Created and hand drew original embroidery for garments.
•Designed and hand drew original prints for fabrics.
•Produced different colorways via computer programs such as photo-shop and illustrator.
•Hand illustrated garments.
•Assisted designers with daily duties like creating fabric prints, colorways and embroidery design corrections.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

•Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, also knowledgeable in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Internet and Social media Savvy.
•Detailed Hand drawing and rendering.
•Excellent research and documentation skills.
•Customer service and people skills.

HONORS
•Distinction, Master of Arts, California State University, Northridge, CA, 2012
•Magna cum Laude, AA Fashion Design, FIDM, Los Angeles, CA, 2002

PUBLICATIONS
Sanda & CSUN Catalog, Student Works from China & America, Northridge, CA, 2014
•Pomona Valley Review, Issue 8: Spring 2014, Pomona, CA, 2014
•Pomona Valley Review, Issue 7: Spring 2013, Pomona, CA, 2013
•Naming Ceremony Gallery,namingceremonygallery. com, 2013
•Northridge Review, Northridge, CA, 2012
•Rebel Imprint Magazine, Featured Artist, http://rebelimprint.com, 2012
•Inside out Magazine, Northridge, CA, 2010

References Available upon Requests