Jalyssa Thorpe
Marshalls
Twentynine Palms
6
years of professional experience
Passionate and detail-oriented fashion professional with hands-on experience in styling, editorial work, garment design, and retail.
Recognized for contributions to fashion publications, runway shows, and collaborations with industry designers. Skilled in trend
research, fashion illustration, merchandising, and event coordination, with a strong eye for creativity and innovation. Dedicated to
delivering exceptional results in dynamic fashion environments while continuously expanding expertise. Aspiring to advance
education in fashion design and merchandising, with the goal of earning a bachelor's and master's degree.
Work History
Appliance Sales Specialist
9 Months- assist customers in selecting appliances based on their needs,lifestyle, and budget.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits to enhance customer understanding and satisfaction.
- Explain promotions,warranties, financial options with our credit card
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems for seamless customer experience.
- Relayed information regarding current store promotions, sales and special events to customers.
- Answer customer calls and direct inquiries to appropriate departments
Fitting Room Associate
1 Year 2 Months- Assisted customers with fitting room needs, ensuring a positive shopping experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of fitting room area to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Monitored inventory levels of merchandise to facilitate restocking.
- Provided product information and recommendations to customers for informed purchasing decisions.
- Answered customer questions and assisted with fittings by retrieving alternate sizes, colors, and clothing options.
- Welcomed each customer to fitting room with warm smile and kind words.
Clinical Specialist
3 Months- Assisted patients with pre-exam procedures, including visual, pre-testing,read,retinal,imaging and auto refraction
- Educated patients on contact lens,insertion and removal and care,ensuring proper hygiene and usage
- Managed patient flow by scheduling appointments ,verifying insurances, and maintaining organized records .
Fashion Design Intern
3 Months- Prepared and handled packages and shipments, including steaming and tagging garments to ensure readiness for distribution.
- Procured materials, ensuring quality and timely delivery to support production schedules.
- Collaborated in creating CADs and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for various collections, enhancing design and production processes for brands such as ELLE, ELLE Sports, Champion, Glacier, and Wolverine.
- Managed fabric sourcing and maintained inventory records for design projects.
Event Assistant Intern
1 Year 6 Months- Styled models for runway presentations alongside renowned designer Sarah Tramain.
- Assisted Nora Pegal in preparing models for runway presentations. Dressed models, ensuring proper fit and styling for runway showcases.
- Coordinated backstage activities and steamed garments, facilitating a smooth and professional fashion show experience.
- Created a press kit for the brand Dearlaney, highlighting key aspects of the brand's identity and upcoming collections.
Apparel Associate
1 Year 1 Month- Assisted customers in locating apparel and provided product information to enhance shopping experience.
- Processed customer transactions accurately using point-of-sale (POS) systems, enhancing checkout efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to restock inventory and maintain optimal stock levels on sales floor.
Education
High School Diploma
Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Design
Skills
Event Coordination
Freight Experience
Merchandising- Sourcing
Retail
Customer service
Attention to detail
Team Collaboration
Sketching and Illustration
Fabric Knowledge
Apparel Construction
Goal oriented
Deal closing
Sales assistance
Sales Techniques
Accomplishments
- Recognized by FYE & Program Director Dr. Julian Crooks for exemplary performance at Harcum College; featured on the
school's website. - Apprenticed with Praje Oscar during first year of college, working directly with him in the fashion program.
- Interned with Nora Pegal (Project Runway alum), assisting in styling, garment preparation for her first appearance in Philly
fashion week. As for the internship itself Assisted in the preparation and handling of packages and shipments, including steaming
and tagging garments. - Procured materials for the company, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
- Collaborated in the creation of CADs and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for various collections, contributing to the design and
production process for brands such as ELLE, ELLE Sports, Champion, Glacier, Wolverine, and others. - Editorial Experience: Served as an editor for Harcum College's fashion magazine, curating the trends page; designed dress featured on the back cover.
- Showcased personal collections at Harcum College's fashion show, earning recognition from industry professionals.
- Created a press kit for emerging fashion brand DearLaney, highlighting brand identity and collections.
Timeline
Appliance Sales Specialist
Home Depot
11.2025 - CurrentRead More
Fitting Room Associate
Marshalls
06.2025 - CurrentRead More
Clinical Specialist
Visionworks
10.2024 - 01.2025Read More
Fashion Design Intern
Apparel Lifestyle Co
06.2024 - 09.2024Read More
Event Assistant Intern
Philly Fashion Week
03.2023 - 09.2024Read More
Apparel Associate
Walmart
05.2020 - 06.2021Read More
Harcum College
Associate of Applied Science from Fashion Design
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Bristol Borough High School
High School Diploma
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