Saks OFF 5TH Marketing, Digital & PrintProject Management - Advertising & Branding InitiativesLiaison with Marketing/E-commerce to refine briefs for advertising imagery and branding needsManages timelines, budgets, deadlines and guidelines for each Print projectManages internal and external creative relationships along with the Art Director, Creative Services, and photo studioReviews creative briefs with Director, Creative team and Print Production Manager as well as budgets and timelines for each print projectCoordinates with Marketing/Retail/Merchandising/Markets to determine image needsCollaborates with in-house designers, photo producers and photo studio, and print production manager to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budgetManages Digital Creative InitiativesLiaison with Marketing/E-commerce to refine briefs for digital collateral and guidelines requestedManages projects, timelines, budgets, deadlines and guidelines for all digital collateral including website design, landing pages, films, digital invitations, digital catalogs, digital online advertising, banners, etc.

Saks Fifth Avenue Photo StudioOwner of three categories (Designer, Accessories, Editorial), with aim of reducing Not on Site inventory, increasing item count throughout, and scalability of the turn-in process over time while reducing product time to site for Saks Fifth Avenue. Possesses in-depth project management expertise (planning, organizing and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of special project goals and objectives)Trafficked sample management related projects from conception to completion (include develop project plans, resources, timeframes, budget, etc.). Documented relevant project information and gained input from appropriate parties and obtain management sign-off and commitment, provides status reports and project progress updates to the Saks Fifth Ave Digital teamManaged team of twelve, fostering professional development, annual reviews, and leadership at different levels (Sample Assistants, Product Supervisors and Senior Product Supervisors)Oversaw and conducted design management reports, identified and tracked Key Performance Indicators, conducted weekly team meetingsProactively worked to improve sample management processes through conducting regular strategic reviews, worked to improve the photo studio turn-in process to increase the efficiency, and working with cross-functional partners to identify and implement opportunities to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of the processServed as the liaison between buyer, vendor, item setup, creative teams, and studio teams on sample-related issues, exceptions or new processes

Coach Men’s 1941 RTW Product Development

Managed and directed operational, organizational and communication aspects of the design departmentPoint person in management and strategic planning related to developing and maintaining design calendars Responsible for inventory, organization, and tracking of all accessories in Fashion GPS program Worked closely with stylists, advertising, and PR, assisting on location and providing accessories for all press presentations, runway shows, shoots, etc.Supported Creative Director and Chief Merchandising officer with staffing needs, budget planning, interdepartmental communications, etc.Maintained departmental status and budget reports, monitored annual operational expenses, created budget guidelines for Design team, handled design budget/expense approvalsCompleted invoicing/expense reports in SAP systemsPersonnel: Job and temp requisition forms; track vacation, personal/sick day requests, and over all design administrationAssisted design team in researching seasonal concepts/trends, and presentations for RL/Company executives

Responsible for supporting EVP/Creative Director of Accessories, as well as Design team of fifteenManaged/oversaw department budgetAssisted in trend and color analysis/research, as well as creating inspirational seasonal presentation boardsLiason between all cross functional partners/divisionsCoordinator of all meetings/calendar management, social gatherings, luncheon’s and various events

Responsible for supporting SVP of Men’s Design, as well as Design team of 25Managed/oversaw department budgetManager of design sample closetMedia monitoring, clip scanning & filingCompleted expense reports in SAP ConcurPlanned all domestic and International travelLiason between all cross functional partners/divisionsCoordinator of all meetings/calendar management, planner of all department dinners, luncheon’s and various eventsResearched fashion trends for seasonal design inspirationAssisted in various design projects; i.e. design lookbook in Adobe Illlustrator, editing photos in Adobe Photoshop, and mounting/creating design presentation boards

Heavy calendar management in Outlook, as well as answering high incoming call volume on multiple lines• Managed all expense reports• Managed and organized associated international travel arrangements and expenses• Coordinated weekly executive and inter-office meetings; managed any meeting materials/projects, coordinating any catering needed• Responsible for planning offsite as well as in-house HR events/meetings

• Assisted Director of Sales, Lead Merchandiser, and Sales Accountant• Edited visual merchandising materials• Verified and submitted International orders, corresponded with International accounts• Created reports within Excel, organizing orders and contacts• Assisted in Market Week; interfaced with clients, models, presented Resort ’10, Spring ‘11, Summer ‘11 and Fall ‘11 Collections, planned luncheons, dinners, merchandised and kept showroom in order• Researched fashion and business trends

Performed all operational duties to ensure the success of the company, including monitoring production,interfacing with clients, publicists, buyers, and stylists; completed status reports, line sheets (using Photoshop andIllustrator), monthly expense reports, and coordinated events. Assisted in growing the company throughresearching and identifying product trends, all the while developing excellent communication and presentationskills.