Over three years of experience in the fashion and jewelry industries through internships and jobs. Currently working as a brand representative to gain knowledge about the jewelry production and marketing process while in school studying fashion marketing. Has a strong record of achieving sales goals and engaging customers through product knowledge and personable service.

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. 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