Madeline Bilak
Los Angeles Flea Market
Los Angeles,CA
2
years of professional experience
Innovative retail professional specializing in vintage fashion sales, styling, and brand development. Founded a curated vintage clothing business, excelling in merchandising, visual storytelling, and inventory sourcing while fostering lasting customer relationships. Committed to contemporary fashion, art, and sustainable design with a solid grasp of garment history and personalized client service.
Work History
Freelance Stylist
10 Months- Collaborated with models, photographers, designers, and creative teams across Los Angeles and New York to develop cohesive styling and creative direction for photo shoots and projects.
- Built strong relationships with clients and creative professionals, contributing to repeat business, referrals, and long-term collaborations.
- Stayed current with evolving fashion trends, brands, and styling techniques to ensure looks reflected contemporary fashion while remaining personalized to each client.
- Applied extensive knowledge of fashion, clothing, and personal style to create distinctive looks, including styling models featured in Vogue and other high-profile fashion projects.
- Worked closely with teams to brainstorm, refine, and execute styling concepts that aligned with the overall creative vision.
- Helped clients discover and develop their personal style by combining current trends with individualized recommendations and creative perspective.
- Managed styling product and wardrobe inventory, optimizing selections based on project requirements, client preferences, and creative direction.
- Brought a strong personal point of view to every project while remaining adaptable to different brands, clients, and creative environments.
- Developed a reputation for strong fashion knowledge, attention to detail, collaboration, and the ability to translate creative concepts into polished, wearable looks.
Founder & Vintage Curator
10 Months- Founder and current manager of Vintese Vintage, a business focused on sourcing vintage designer garments for a sustainable future.
- Achieved nearly 400 sales through effective marketing strategies and excellent customer service.
- Curated, styled, photographed, priced, and listed inventory to ensure alignment with quality, fashion trends, brand identity, and resale value.
- Built a loyal customer base through quality control & careful curation.
- Established loyal customer base through rigorous quality control and thoughtful curation.
Independent Vendor
2 Years 1 Month- Delivered personalized customer service and styling support, enhancing shopping experiences in a high-volume retail environment.
- Built repeat clientele through strong communication and personalized recommendations.
- Created visually engaging merchandise displays that increased customer interaction and sales.
- Oversaw inventory sourcing, pricing, organization, and restocking, ensuring optimal stock levels and product availability.
- Cultivated repeat clientele through effective communication and tailored recommendations, contributing to customer loyalty.
Kids Soccer Coach
4 Months- Led and coached youth soccer training sessions for children ages 4-10, focusing on fundamentals, teamwork, and confidence-building.
- Managed groups of multiple children daily, ensuring safety, organization, and a positive learning environment.
- Communicated with parents to foster child development and address individual needs.
- Adapted coaching style to various skill levels, keeping each child engaged and appropriately challenged.
Education
Fine Arts - product design
- Dean’s Honors List
- Merit Scholarship Recipient
- Founder and leader of a student glass blowing club
Skills
Styling
Fashion Knowledge
Sustainable Fashion
Trend awareness
Visual Merchandising
Photography expertise
Photoshoot hairstyling
Hair styling
Team collaboration
POS & Mobile Payment Systems
Organization
Team Collaboration
Fashion illustration
Color theory expertise
Cosmetic styling
Wardrobe management
Timeline
Kids Soccer Coach
Brit West Soccer
01.2026 - 05.2026Read More
Freelance Stylist
Self-employeed
11.2025 - CurrentRead More
Founder & Vintage Curator
Vintese Vintage
11.2025 - CurrentRead More
Independent Vendor
Los Angeles Flea Market
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
Otis College of Art and Design
Fine Arts from product design
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