Rachel Balisa
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Rachel Balisa

Stylist, CopywriterNew York, United States
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Rachel Balisa

Stylist, CopywriterNew York, United States
About me
Based in the New York City area, I am currently working as a Fashion Copywriter and looking to expand my styling and art direction work. I look forward to connecting and collaborating with other creatives on fashion and art photography and film work, especially relating to surrealistic and avant-garde aesthetics. Feel free to reach out: balisa.rachel@gmail.com IG: @rachel_balisa
Projects
  • Sana Photoshoot
    Sana PhotoshootPhotography: Ulysses Saniel Styling: Rachel Balisa
  • DISTORTION
    DISTORTIONIn my fashion design thesis from the Fashion Institute of Technology, I created a look to visually reflect a personal exploration of identity and self-expression.
  • Jill Stuart Ad Campaigns & Ecommerce Photos
    Jill Stuart Ad Campaigns & Ecommerce PhotosA combination of styling, ad campaign creation, and photo editing work I've done at Jill Stuart
  • Blush Magazine Photoshoot
    Blush Magazine PhotoshootCreative direction for editorial photoshoot story about Netflix streaming, inspired by the shows Orange is the New Black and Stranger Things.
  • Judy Turner Photoshoot
    Judy Turner PhotoshootStyling and design development for knitwear collection
  • Knitwear Design Development
    Knitwear Design DevelopmentDesign and concept development for menswear and unisex knitwear at Judy Turner. These garments were sold at Opening Ceremony, SSENSE, Departmento, and Très Bien.
Projects credited in
  • Glitch - NYC 22
    Glitch - NYC 22As a creative, I think it is really important to go back through your old work for two reasons. One, having time off from a project can be really refreshing and allow you to appreciate it again. Secondly, looking back at old shoots can be a great way of seeing how far you've come with your style, skill and creativity. As we all know, it's a common problem for creatives to be their own worst critic. I love when I look back over older shoots and I have a whole new appreciation for them. So here's
  • Brooklyn Bridge SS23 Sana for VNY Models
    Brooklyn Bridge SS23 Sana for VNY ModelsLocation: Brooklyn Bridge, New York Model: Sana from VNY Models Photographer and Creative Direction: Ulysses Saniel Studio Create more Camera Assistant/Stylist: Rachel Balisa Project/Shoot enquires: hello@ulyssesjs.com www.instagram.com/ulysses.s www.byulysses.com
Work history
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    Fashion Copywriter and Social Media Content CreatorRoopa Pemmaraju
    New York, United StatesPart Time
    • Create social media content, copy, and Shopify product descriptions for sustainably-made luxury clothing • Develop a consistent brand voice across digital platforms to resonate with target market • Write engaging Mailchimp newsletters, social media ads, blog content, and press releases • Collaborate with creative director on image direction for visual storytelling in posts and campaigns • Strategize new ways to effectively reach target audiences, competitor research and analysis • Organically attract website traffic to increase sales with SEO tags
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    Fashion Design AssistantJudy Turner
     - New York, United StatesPart Time
    •Developed designs and concepts for collections, and created mood boards • Styled photoshoots and planned imagery for the brand’s Instagram and website • Processed purchase orders and invoices for wholesale clients • Created and updated tech packs and spec sheets for samples and final production knitwear garments for designer's clients • Sketched Illustrator flats and garment layouts on Photoshop • Tracked production progress with manufacturers Wholesale clients: Opening Ceremony, SSENSE, Departmento, Très Bien Knitwear clients: Brandon Maxwell, Danielle Frankel, and Maryam Nassir Zadeh
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Skills
  • Fashion Design
  • Styling
  • Styling Direction
  • Photo Editing
  • Creative Direction
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Social Media
Education
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    BA Fashion DesignFashion Institute of Technology
     - New York, United States
    Minor in History of Art
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    AAS Graphic DesignPratt Institute
     - New York, United States