CV

Allisya Pickles

C6A, Tufnell Park Prodigy Living, Huddleston Road, London, N70EG

Tel #07771 721406

allisya.pickles@gmail.com

01/03/1996

I am currently studying Fashion Promotion at Ravensbourne University. I love music, fashion, writing and photography. I would like to be more involved in this as it appeals to my artistic nature. I have experience working as a styling assistant and buying and merchandising for ASOS. I also have experience in personal shopping and styling, building up my confidence and communication with customers. Music relaxes me and at the same time helps me concentrate. I also enjoy travelling and meeting new people.

I’m a skilled in using Mac with other software to include PowerPoint, Photoshop and Premier Pro. I also develop great customer service, as I am friendly and easy to talk to.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Current: Ravensbourne University – BA Fashion Promotion

Sixth-form College: Alcester Grammar School – A2 Fine Art (Grade B), English Language, Design & Technology (Grade C)

Secondary School: Bloxham School – GSCE Art, Textiles (Grade A), English, Maths, Physics, Biology, French, Theology/Philosophy (Grade B), Chemistry, (Gade C), History (Grade D)

Extra Curriculum: Arts Award (pass, an equivalent to a grade B in AS)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Laura Ashley  

I did work experience at Laura Ashley in London helping with ladies fashion and homeware department under the supervision of Sarah Pickles. I helped Sarah who is the Stylist for the photo shoot.

ASOS  November 2012

I did work experience for Daisy Horswill at ASOS under the supervision of Gemma Harris. I assisted Gemma in various duties for the menswear photoshoot. My duties included making sure the clothes are sorted for the right models to wear then tagging each clothing item before and after the photoshoot. I also had to store all items of clothing and accessories into the storage unit. I loved every minute of the job and learnt enormously from this experience. It made me aware of the many aspects in the fashion industry, and not just what I’ve been taught at school.

ASOS  July 2013

I did another stint of work experience in ASOS with the Fashion team in the magazine section. I sorted out last season clothes to return to buyers and unloaded the new season for the October shoot. I did research on trends and fashion bloggers and worked under the supervision of Letti Meanock, our head of department.

SMA trust - events management

I volunteered for a charity event at Spencer House in London, held by the SMA trust, celebrating their 10-year anniversary. I helped meet and greet people, making sure the event was organised to plan. I was also responsible for accompanying and helping a girl called Octavia, who is diagnosed with SMA, communicating with those who attended.

Bicester Village K2 Recruitment        November 2013 – August 2014

I worked on an ad hoc basis at K2 recruitment for temporary sales staff in Bicester village. This is great experience as I worked in different stores and got to see how different high-end brands present itself. I was mainly filling in for a short fall in sales staff. From this, I have learnt the importance of high standards, quality service and ensuring that all customer needs are cared for. I worked on my co-operation, communication and decision-making skills within a fast pace environment, ensuring that customers are cared for. I kept the shop floor and stock room tidy, which I also think is essential in organisation and brand awareness. Some of the shops I worked in are Mathew Williamson, Ralph Lauren homeware, La Perla, 7 for all Mankind, Burberry and Hugo Boss.

I was also offered a permanent position as a sale assistant at Bicester Village to work for Burberry, however unfortunately I had to decline the offer due to me wanting to go to University as a full time student to pursue and continue my course in Fashion.

The White Company    April 2014

I did another work experience assisting Sarah Pickles who moved from Laura Ashley to be the Producer for White Company on household and childrens ware. We did a photo shoot on location in a studio house in London. I got to learn that it takes a lot of organising before a photo shoot can be realised, such as sourcing a location within budget, models, catering etc. I got to the learn the art of photographing and styling the set, looking at the way they shoot the product in order to market it in the catalogue.

This Is Youth   Current

I am currently joined with an Agency supporting roles in film, television, music videos, commercials and photographic work. I have gone for castings to include a High Street Bank Commercial, Beats by Dr Dre and for a music video for a British band.