Derica Compton
Los Angeles
Summary
Sales professional with 5+ years of experience in fashion retail delivering a customer-centric service approach while maximizing sales and building long-term, high-value relationships. Skilled in personal styling, brand knowledge, and client outreach with a strong ability to achieve personal sales goals and contribute to overall store conversion. Highly engaged seller recognized for building community with clients and maintaining professionalism in fast-paced luxury and streetwear environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Stylist & Wardrobe Consultant
Self-employeed
2021.06 - Current
- Build and maintain long-term client relationships through personalized styling services and wardrobe consultations.
- Curate complete looks aligned with brand aesthetics, body shape, and current fashion trends.
- Strategize styling services to increase repeat clients and client satisfaction.
Designer Handbags Sales Associate
Nordstrom
2025.05 - 2025.06
- Maintained a customer-centric mentality while maximizing sales in a luxury retail environment.
- Exceeded daily personal sales goals averaging $3,500+ through styling and personalized recommendations.
- Demonstrated expert brand knowledge across premium designers including Comme des Garcon, Issey Miyake, and Balenciaga.
Designated Sales Professional
G-STAR RAW
2023.08 - 2023.12
- Delivered elevated retail service through styling consultations and detailed product education.
- Demonstrated strong product knowledge including fabrication, garment construction, and fit.
- Assisted with inventory organization, replenishment, and store operational responsibilities.
Full-Time Sales Associate
BAPE
2022.08 - 2023.08
- Provided high-touch service to trend-focused and VIP clients during exclusive product launches.
- Maintained premium brand presentation while offering styling recommendations to increase sales.
Key Holder
Hall of Fame
2021.04 - 2022.08
- Collaborated with management to execute in-store events that increased customer engagement and sales.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards and inventory organization.
Education
AA-T - Psychology
Santa Monica College
Graphic Design
Howard University
Skills
- Customer-Centric Sales
- Clienteling & Customer Book Development
- Personal Styling & Brand Knowledge
- Luxury Retail Service
- Sales Goal Achievement
- Client Outreach & Relationship Building
- Visual Merchandising
- POS Systems
- Operational Responsibilities (FOH & BOH)
- Time Management & Task Prioritization
- Adobe Photoshop Microsoft Office Google Suite
Timeline
Designer Handbags Sales Associate
Nordstrom
2025.05 - 2025.06
Designated Sales Professional
G-STAR RAW
2023.08 - 2023.12
Full-Time Sales Associate
BAPE
2022.08 - 2023.08
Freelance Stylist & Wardrobe Consultant
Self-employeed
2021.06 - Current
Key Holder
Hall of Fame
2021.04 - 2022.08
Graphic Design
Howard University
AA-T - Psychology
Santa Monica College