Melissa Rivera Email & Phone Number

Greater New York City Area

- Developed relationships with Interior Designers and Retailers across the globe - Imported orders for Client Relations, placed quotes and purchase orders for clients, processed shipments and returns and scheduled deliveries - Maintained an inviting showroom daily and worked with the Visual Merchandiser on displaying top selling pieces and new introductions- Worked with the Marketing team on strategies to increase sales - Trained new sales associates and/or interns- Answered phone calls, emails and assisted clients on the showroom floor

- Monitored, tracked and reported editorial and social media coverage for clients- Maintained and updated media and influencer list to coordinate and execute mailings- Developed media and client relationships while assisting in client-related events and fashion shows

- Coordinate Brand Partners for "Mode Around the Globe" Influencer getaways- Create pitches in order to offer potential partners beneficial marketing packages within Modeliste Magazine- Build and organize a media list that includes the brands name and their marketing or press contact information

Greater New York City Area

- Edited product images regularly using Photoshop to support partnerships with retailers and introduce new products- Scouted locations, photographers, and models in preparation for photoshoots to introduce launched products- Executed day-to-day administrative tasks including ordering supplies, updating calendar and conducting research

Greater New York City Area

- Researched and prepared creative concept decks and events to meet clients' business objectives and advance brand reputation- Constructed press clippings for Account Supervisor and built press coverage reports for clients to review- Assisted in checking in media outlets during special events

Greater New York City Area

- Created press clippings to send to clients and built publicity reports to keep track of their brands' coverage- Assembled press kits for influencers and bloggers- Planned and provided content for our clients' social media accounts

Greater New York City Area

- Added, modified, and maintained the website to ensure an overall positive shopping experience- Maintained the fashion closet for the E-Commerce and Public Relations team- Collaborated with the E-Commerce team and Creative Director to coordinate the photoshoots and assist in styling

- Attended and observed market appointments and trade shows to build relationships with buyers - Created and updated documents using MS Excel to manage, track and organize samples and invoices- Maintained a neat and up-to-date showroom

- Operated cash register to perform transactions- Merchandised products to maintain an inviting sales floor, which led to an increase of foot traffic within the store- Built and maintained customer relationships and loyalty through personal interaction and outreach

Greater New York City Area

- Engaged with customers and provided creative furnishing solutions for customers' needs- Operated cash register to perform transactions- Assisted the Sales Manager with ensuring furniture product and displays are maintained on the sales floor

- Assisted customers with attire selection, styling, and purchasing in order to enhance the customer experience- Accurately operated cash register to perform cash and credit card transactions- Maintained visually inviting sales floor, leading to an increase in daily foot traffic

Interior Design

Certificate In Interior Design/Decorating, Interior Design

Bachelor Of Professional Studies, Fashion Merchandising, Graduate