1. PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Over three years of internship and work experience in the fashion industry with relevant jewelry influence. Desire to expand jewelry knowledge, with a primary focus on the production and marketing side. Strong display of personable skills, in addition to a caring and proactive personality.
EDUCATION
LIM College New York, NY│Expected May 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration in Fashion Marketing.
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
Town and Country Magazine New York, NY│Fall 2012-winter 2013
Accessories Intern
• Worked closely with stylists on photo shoots by keeping track and organizing the garments and accessories.
• Repaired jewelry for the prompt return to their primary showroom.
• Represented the magazine to PR companies and designers through phone and e-mail.
Susana Monaco New York, NY │Summer 2012
Intern
• Contacted store buyers with information pertaining to orders and new designs which increased sales.
• Attended meetings with buyers such as Amazon in order to increase sales.
• Managed and organized the showroom floor in order to make a good impression to buyers.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Metropolitan Companies inc. New York, NY│Summer 2014-Present
Brand Representative
• Obtaining hands-on training and education about full buying process.
• Responsible for understanding all components of jewelry trade shows, including booth setup, check-in, and more.
• Actively participates in the display setup for various vendors.
Saks Fifth Avenue NY │Fall 2011-Winter 2012
Accessories sales associate
• Performed daily opening and closing of the cash registers as well as forming cash requests.
• Achieved weekly sales goals of $3,000 every week,comparatively about $200 an hour on average.
• Engaged in employee competitions and excelled.
• Recognized for sales excellence by Saks Fifth Avenue.
• Excelled in converting walk-in customers to purchasing customers through styling techniques and attentiveness to their personal needs.
Zimmer Brothers Jewelry New York, NY│December 2010-August 2011
Jewelry Sales Associate and Pandora Brand Representative
• Engaged customers about the quality and content in which the jewelry is made.
• Responsible for completing their shopping experience by wrapping gifts.
• Gained understanding of the importance of the genuine care within a small jewelry business.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Women’s Jewelry Association
Fall 2013-Present
• Active member and participant in events and summits.
Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson
• Earned all major awards; bronze, silver, and gold.
Sammyjo.rocco@gmail.com
Sammy-Jo Rocco