Christopher De Leigh has over 10 years of experience in fashion e-commerce, specializing in merchandising, trend forecasting, and identifying innovative brands. He has worked as a creative director and lifestyle model, and has experience in e-commerce, runway, print, and live modeling. Previously, he worked as Kazbah Director for Karmaloop, where he increased sales by over 50% by developing marketing strategies and identifying trends. He has a bachelor's degree in communications from Northeastern University.
1. Christopher De Leigh
224 Kelton St | Allston, MA 02134 | (617) 697-6677 | christopher.deleigh@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Seasoned creative with combined 10 years experience in fashion e-commerce,specializing in merchandising,
trend forecasting and identifying and establishing innovative brands.
SKILLS
Creative & Innovative
Articulate Public Speaker
Cross Functional Team Player
Strong Focus & Work Ethic
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Highly Adaptive
Fashion Styling
Sales Forecasting and Product Trend
Brand Development
Personality/Model 2007-Present
Lifestyle model with experience in e-commerce,runway, print and live modeling
Cultivate and produce online lifestyle and entertainment news segments
Creative Director 2011-Present
Parker/Ball& Chain/GGG
Developed, marketed and sold a full range of lifestyle apparel, including clothing,
accessories and jewelry.
Managed operations including but not limited to inventory, buying and selling of goods via third-party
sales venues, product descriptions, shipping, and pricing.
Developed brand visual elements to effectively convey concepts and messaging.
Kazbah Director 2009-2012
Karmaloop- Boston, MA
Acted as a liaison among internal stakeholders to execute key product life cycle initiatives.
Increased division's sales volume over 50% by identifying, developing and evaluating marketing
strategies based on knowledge of company objectives and market trends.
Traveled nationally to meet with current and perspective brands/clients to communicate company
objectives.
Planned and executed promotional events to partner with local brands and artists within the community
Created and managed internal and external communications such as newsletters, emails, special events,
and social media content.
Continuously recommended improvements that enhanced customer experience and delivered process
efficiencies.
EDUCATION
Bachelor ofArts: Communications 2008
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY- Boston,MA