ruby johnston
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ruby johnston

fashion graduateEurope
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ruby johnston
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ruby johnston

fashion graduateEurope
About me
As an enthusiastic and results-driven professional with a first-class degree in Fashion Design, I currently work as a Supervisor at sustainable fashion brand Oska. In this role, I manage a part time team, leading sales and merchandising strategy, conducting buying decisions, oversee visual merchandising , and organising and preserving various company data. With a strong eye for design and emerging trends, I specialize in creating visually captivating designs and content that connects with its target audience. Known for my exceptional organizational skills, I thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments, remaining adaptable and focused under pressure.
Work history
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    SupervisorOSKA
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells, United KingdomFull Time
    ● Managing day-to-day store operations, leading a part-time team of three as well as supporting a further p.t. team of four. ● Conducting buying decisions based on sales data and customer feedback. ● Styling mannequins and pre-planning the curation of visual merchandising displays to increase sale throughs. ● Developing and retaining customer relationships and managing CRM campaigns. ● Administering stock management, including deliveries, inventory transfers and online orders as well as storage organisation ● Accountable for driving sales revenue and overseeing the development and execution of staff training. ● Maintaining spreadsheets, approving invoices and conducting EoM cash count documentation in liaison with the accountant. ● Providing exceptional customer service in person and via email and telephone in a confident and professional manner. ● Promoting company values such as sustainability to customers.
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    Design InternRoksanda Illincic
     - London, United KingdomInternship
    ● Assisted the design team with fabric sourcing, pattern cutting, sample construction, and various logistical tasks as needed. ● Contributed to draping, colour-ups of illustrations, taking initiative and leading studio organisation. ● Provided creative and technical support during photoshoots (including the Roksanda X Barbour and Roksanda X Fila campaigns) and garment production. ● Conducted in-depth research for upcoming seasons and maintained organisation of stock, garments, and fabric archive
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Skills
  • Sewing
  • Pattern Cutting
  • Illustration
  • Sustainable Design
  • Technical Drawing
  • Organisation
  • Social Media
  • Adobe Create Suite
  • Microsoft Suite
  • Communications
Education
    Kingston School of Art logo
    Kingston School of Art logo
    BA Fashion DesignKingston School of Art
     - London, United Kingdom
    First Class Honours of BA Fashion with Professional Placement
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    Art FoundationUniversity of the Creative Arts
     - Rochester, United Kingdom
    Distinction in Foundation Degree Art and Design Diploma
Awards
    Kingston School of Art logo
    Kingston School of Art logo
    Commendation for Best Considered Design.Kingston School of Art
    In recognition for reflecting sustainability, ethical and conscientious design awareness for my Final Major Project.
    British Fashion Council logo
    British Fashion Council logo
    Graduate Portfolio Preview SelectionBritish Fashion Council
    https://www.britishfashioncouncil.co.uk/graduate_preview_detail.aspx?id=833
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