Ericka Symonette is a fashion marketing and sales professional presenting her skills and qualifications for a career in the industry. She possesses a passion for fashion as well as creativity, leadership, professionalism, and strong communication and organizational skills. Ericka has experience creating promotional campaigns, executing events, and conducting market research to understand target audiences. References praise Ericka for her diligence, ambition, talent, and drive to succeed.

1. Ericka Symonette Fashion Marketing and Sales Professional

2. Introduction Purpose of this presentation: To provide a brief, more in-depth look at my skills and abilities To demonstrate initiative and creativity To emerge as an excellent candidate for fashion marketing and sales career opportunities

3. Beyond the Resume I possess . . . ~Passion for Fashion ~Creativity ~Innovation ~Leadership ~Professionalism ~integrity ~Charisma ~Exceptional Communication ~Organizational skills ~Determination ~Team player ~Great sense of humor

4. What ERICKA Brings E S Able to demonstrate creativity when developing promotional strategies. Experience creating promotional campaigns to satisfy the needs of a growing market. Experience successfully executing promotional events such as fashion shows, prom dress giveaways, makeovers, and photo shoots. Possess high levels of professionalism, integrity, and charisma. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Possess strong negotiations skills. Exude personal confidence and the ability to interact with individuals on various professional levels. Public Relations Sales and Marketing Strategic thinker who likes to think outside of the box. Skilled at developing community and corporate partnerships. Experience managing large database of information and contacts. Skilled at strategizing in order to build brand loyalty. Knowledgeable about writing press releases and creating press kits. Possess extensive knowledge base of fashion marketing due to years of teaching the subject matter. Experience conducting market research and evaluating the needs of target market. Hard worker who strives for excellence and maintains high standard for success. Familiar with creating and maintaining a financial budget.

5. Professional Endorsements “ Ericka is extremely diligent and committed when given a project to execute. She has an excellent work ethic and thrives in both group and independent work environments.” Shalyce Tyson Creative Director of IMPACT Fashion Show, Washington, DC “ Ericka gives everything she has creatively, mentally, and physically to get the job done! She’s an innovator who is in sync with today’s culture and constantly keeps herself abreast of the current trends in the market. She keeps herself keen and sharp in order to compete with others in the industry. She’s a great asset to any company. She’s the girl for your team!” Deena Poythress Corporate Stylist, Forever 21 “ Ericka is extremely ambitious and has a strong drive to succeed. Her knowledge and passion for the fashion industry is admirable. She is highly respected by her colleagues.” Michele Webb Fashion Marketing Dept. Chair, Fairfax County Public Schools “ Ericka is very talented in her craft. She is enthusiastic, a hard worker, and takes pride in everything she sets forth to accomplish.” Stephanie Martin Makeup Artist, CNN Atlanta