Arshiya Fathima Mohamed
Summary
Intern at Sourcing Management Company merchandising, actively engaging in diverse responsibilities such as coordinating photoshoots, creating tech-packs, preparing presentations for potential clients, and overseeing factory production. Gained valuable insights into the end-to-end processes of product development and enhanced skills in project management and client relations
Contributed as a backstage volunteer for university fashion shows, offering support in garment organization, model coordination, and overall event execution. Demonstrated strong teamwork, attention to detail, and adaptability in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Fashion Show Backstage Volunteer
Polimoda
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Coordinated backstage logistics and ensured smooth execution of the fashion show.
- Managed the dressing area, organizing garments and accessories for quick changes.
- Assisted models in dressing and undressing, ensuring garments were properly fitted and styled.
- Collaborated with hairstylists and makeup artists to ensure timely completion of looks.
- Oversaw the model lineup and ensured they were ready for their runway appearances.
- Handled last-minute wardrobe adjustments and quick fixes to address any unexpected issues.
- Communicated effectively with designers, stylists, and production staff to maintain a cohesive backstage environment.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism and composure in a fast-paced backstage setting.
Intern
Fifth Avenue
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Collaborated with marketing team on promotional campaigns, leading to increased consumer engagement.
- Managed inventory levels through efficient tracking systems, minimizing stock discrepancies and maximizing availability of popular items.
- Coordinated clothing samples for photoshoots, contributing to the creation of visually appealing lookbooks and catalogs.
- Created detailed technical sketches for garment construction, ensuring accurate translation from concept to finished product.
- Assisted with fabric sourcing by researching suppliers and requesting swatches based on designer specifications.
- Gathered inspiration via competitor analysis while staying informed about emerging trends within the fashion industry.
- Researched current fashion trends and competitor activity.
- Assisted designers at fashion photo shoots, tracking accessories and dressing models.
- Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Polimoda
Florence, Italy06.2024
High School Diploma -
Kodaikanal International School
Kodaikanal, India05.2019
Skills
- Fashion sketching
- Material manipulation
- Color theory
- Garment construction
- Styling proficiency
- Draping techniques
- Fashion writing
- Textile knowledge
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Tech Packs
Accomplishments
- Multiple Awards in High School Sport Programs
- artwork was sold at school auction
- Part of the Vice Principal List(list for students who obtained good grades) during Junior/Senior Year
Languages
English- Fluent
Tamil- Fluent
Italian
Beginner (A1)
Hobbies and Interests
- Fashion Designing and Styling
- Photography
- Art
- Sports
- Writing
Projects
Personal Project, A student led project presented in School Peer Program, A program in school
Peers are to help students with counseling, new students
settle in school and welcoming parents Prom Committee, Another program in School
Help organize events and activities in school with
locations, food, music etc. KAC- KIS Art Club, A School based club
Being part of this club, we painted murals in school,
organized events related to art and opened art pop up
shops that provided activities such as face painting
during major school events. Manager and Makeup artist of School Drama Play, A school play is conducted in each semester of high
school. It takes almost 5 months of preparation and is
presented to the school faculty and students at the end of
each semester. As a manager of one the school plays, I
organized schedules for practices for students and
teachers, took care of inventory for the play, critiquing the
play etc. As a makeup artist, I helped with prepping the
actors before the show with makeup and costumes.
Timeline
Fashion Show Backstage Volunteer
Polimoda
06.2021 - 06.2023
Intern
Fifth Avenue
04.2021 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Polimoda
High School Diploma -
Kodaikanal International School
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