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Arushi Dawar

Toronto,ON

Summary

With three years of hands-on experience in the fashion industry, I am a results-driven professional with a proven track record in design, project coordination, production management, merchandising, and fashion marketing. Throughout my career, I have consistently played pivotal roles in overseeing the successful execution of fashion projects. My experience includes driving sales and foot traffic through effective visual merchandising, optimizing inventory management, and enhancing customer satisfaction. I have contributed significantly to brand growth and customer loyalty by collaborating with design teams to create trendy and sustainable apparel collections. Additionally, I have a strong background in resolving production challenges, meeting customer demands, and maintaining operational standards. In my previous roles, I successfully utilized trend analysis, content generation, and critical thinking to drive marketing strategies. I've also demonstrated expertise in social media engagement, online sales, and leveraging market trends to expand customer bases. I am now eager to bring my extensive experience and skills to a dynamic role in the fashion industry, where I can continue to contribute to the successful execution of fashion projects and campaigns.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor Trainee, Stock Responsible

Zara
09.2022 - Current
  • Actively contributed to visual merchandising initiatives, resulting in rise of store sales and foot traffic
  • Assisted with inventory management, reducing stock discrepancies and optimizing product availability
  • Delivered personalized, leading to 15% increase in customer satisfaction and positive feedback
  • Created sales reports for management staff, using data from reports to create sales forecasts
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.

Social Media Coordinator

Blue Beans Digital Marketing
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Increased customer engagement through social media by 40%
  • Wrote social media content to increase engagement with customers
  • Assisted product team in properly and effectively handling bad reviews and negative posts
  • Developed comprehensive resource management reports, data presentations, and data analytics reports
  • Designed and implemented social media strategies to align with business goals
  • Conducted daily updates to social media profiles to boost company online presence.

Production Manager and Assistant Fashion Designer

Qiah Clothing
09.2019 - 10.2020
  • Implemented efficient production planning and quality control measures, resulting in 20% reduction in production lead times and cost savings
  • Collaborated with design team to create trendy and sustainable apparel collection, driving increase in sales and customer loyalty
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals
  • Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands
  • Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets
  • Organized successful company events and photoshoots, attracting influential industry figures and generating growth in brand partnerships
  • Researched seasonal trends, colors, raw materials to focus on buyers' needs
  • Prepared and maintained design boards with sketches, fabrics, colors, prints, and trims
  • Updated spreadsheets with statistical, financial, and non-financial information
  • Utilized Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to design and create informational flyers and advertisements.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Marketing -

York University
04.2024

Graduate Certificate in Business Management -

Niagara College
04.2023

Post Graduate Diploma in Fashion Design -

National Institute of Fashion Technology
08.2019

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Delhi
05.2017

Skills

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • MS Excel
  • Retail Buying
  • Pricing Controls
  • Product Merchandising and Distribution
  • Presentation skills
  • Cost Analysis
  • Critical Thinking
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Trend Analysis
  • Content Generation

Awards

  • Diploma Project: Beauty In Residue (Winner), (A Step Toward Sustainability) (2019)
  • Craft documentation on Lahaul & Spiti Culture, INDIA.

Timeline

Supervisor Trainee, Stock Responsible

Zara
09.2022 - Current

Social Media Coordinator

Blue Beans Digital Marketing
01.2021 - 07.2022

Production Manager and Assistant Fashion Designer

Qiah Clothing
09.2019 - 10.2020

Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Marketing -

York University

Graduate Certificate in Business Management -

Niagara College

Post Graduate Diploma in Fashion Design -

National Institute of Fashion Technology

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Delhi
Arushi Dawar