Leslie Adkins
Visual Artist & Designer
Summary
Passionate about fashion, forecasting future trends, and possessing a unique eye for quality vintage wear. Understanding the practice of superior customer service and quality provision leads to an increase in profits and repeat business. Key strengths are excellence in communication, leadership, effective team player, problem solving, and ability to manage multiple tasks. Looking to further my career by meeting the demands, challenges, and opportunities that a forward thinking company has to offer.
Experience
Administrative & Marketing Assistant
Mike Rossi Homes / Manhattan Beach, CA
Working with a Real Estate broker to assist in implementing marketing strategies and researching contacts for cold calling lists. Organizing database of client contacts to increase efficiency with Constant Contact email marketing. Assisting at Open Houses while building repeat relationships with other brokers. Researching building permits and MLS to create an updated list of current market statistics.
Visual Design Intern
Anthropologie / Chicago, IL
Working within a team to develop original art works for decorating and enhancing store aesthetics. Inspiration collected from various blogs and corporate cues to creatively develop an environment that pleased the target customer. Used creative instinct and strategy to elevate store environment. Manipulated various materials & textiles utilizing basic construction techniques and sewing skills for art installations & designs. Managed projects from conception to on time installation by planning, organizing, and communicating vision to team. Supported store sales through visual & display focus.
Education
Columbia College Chicago
Bachelors of Arts / Art & Design, Arts, Entertainment, and media Management
