Victoria McDougal is a passionate student seeking a career in fashion, public relations, or marketing. She has a BS in Fashion Merchandising and Management from Philadelphia University and relevant internship experience. Victoria has worked in PR roles for QVC, Style House PR, and Fluorescent PR in London. She also has retail experience at Vince and Nordstrom. Victoria maintains a high GPA and has been on the Dean's List multiple times.
1. Victoria McDougal
1639 Wilson Street Baldwin, NY 11510
T: (516) 404-0177 E: victoria.mcdougal17@gmail.com
www.linkedin.com/in/victoriamcdougal | www.styledbyvictoria.wordpress.com
Profile An extremely passionate student seeking a job in fashion, public relations and/or marketing.
Strong interpersonal skills, a fantastic work ethic and extreme motivation developed through
internship experience and on campus activities. Works well in fast paced, creative environments
and has a strong global understanding.
Education Philadelphia University – Philadelphia, PA BS expected May 2017
Major: Fashion Merchandising and Management Minor: Psychology
Concentration: Global Brand Marketing and Integrative Fashion Communications
GPA: 3.6 Dean’s List: Spring ’14, Fall ’15, Spring ‘15
University of Westminster – London, United Kingdom September 2015 – December 2015
Study Abroad for the Fall 2015 semester
Paris American Academy – Paris, France March 2014
Study Abroad Short Course with industry professionals in visual merchandising, marketing, fashion
design, brand management and trend forecasting
Experience PR Intern – QVC; West Chester, PA January 2017 – Present
• Fulfill editor requests, develop fact sheets for new product offerings, research new media
outlets using Cision, edit product pictures via Photoshop, attend executive meetings
• Brands include Issac Mizrahi Live, C Wonder, Kristofer Buckle Cosmetics,
Sales Associate – Vince; King of Prussia, PA September 2016 – December 2016
§ Provided superb customer experience through extensive product knowledge
§ Assisted with visual merchandising and marketing of in store events and promotions
PR Intern – Style House Public Relations; New York, NY June 2016 – August 2016
§ Fashion and beauty product send-outs, clipping client coverage, social media monitoring,
research projects, press release drafting, and editorialized media blasts
§ Clients included Oasis, Prescriptives, Jamberry and Rigby & Peller
PR Intern – Fluorescent PR; London United Kingdom September 2015 – December 2015
§ Content creation for company blog, event planning and support, office organization
§ Gained perspective on the promotion of US brands abroad
§ Clients included Burt’s Bees, Ted Baker Footwear, David’s Bridal and TK Maxx
Lingerie Sales Associate – Nordstrom; Garden City, NY June 2015 – August 2015
§ Underwent extensive training to provide personal fittings and expert product knowledge
§ Frequently met daily sales goals and other benchmarks
Activities Future Alumni Association; Philadelphia University – President August 2013 – Present
Delta Sigma Pi; Philadelphia University – former VP of Alumni Relations May 2015 - Present
Study Abroad Peer Mentor – Philadelphia University January 2016 – Present
Spring Formal Planning Committee – Philadelphia University January 2015 – May 2015
Fashion Industries Association; Philadelphia University – Member August 2013 – May 2015
Skills ▪ Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop and Apple programs
• Computer savvy with extensive knowledge of social media platforms
§ Development of unique writing style through personal blog