Katie Mooney

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Allocation Analyst at Aritzia

  • Education

    • Blanche Macdonald Centre

      2019 - 2019
      Diploma Fashion Marketing

      • Completed courses such as Retail Buying, Styling, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Textiles, Communications, Marketing Essentials, Fashion History

    • University of Alberta

      2013 - 2017
      Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology Clothing, Textiles, and Material Culture

      Activities and Societies: • Completed courses such as English, Fashion History, Garment Design & Construction, Retail Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, and Textile Sciences

  • Experience

    • Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria

      Jul 2013 - Jul 2016
      Server

      • Greeted customers, sat tables, took orders, served food and drinks, and took payments all in a quick and efficient manner • Maintained a positive, friendly, and calm demeanour while working in a busy, high-stress environment• Built upon customer service and problem-solving abilities

    • JOEY Restaurant Group

      Apr 2016 - Aug 2016
      Server

      • Maximized customer satisfaction by providing detailed product knowledge and efficient yet friendly service • Provided excellent service in a faster-paced, more stressful environment • Built upon serving and communication skills through engaging with an entirely different demographic of customers

    • Aritzia

      Jul 2016 - Aug 2017
      Style Advisor

      • Drove sales by determining customer needs, providing product knowledge, and answering objections • Increased consumer satisfaction by offering outfitting and styling suggestions that align with needs• Fostered long-lasting relationships with customers through strong engagement and top-notch service • Maintained a balance between providing excellent customer service and keeping a section of the store pristine and well-stocked in a fast-moving, hectic environment

    • Publicity Room

      May 2017 - Jun 2017
      Intern

      • Worked closely with fashion and lifestyle brands to develop media and communication strategies• Planned and managed a student workshop focused on the business of wardrobe styling• Continued learning in all aspects of public relations including creating media kits, crafting media outreach lists, pitching to the media, as well as facilitating media and company events

    • D2 publicity

      Sept 2017 - Jan 2018
      Intern

      •Crafting informative, aesthetic, and eye-catching press releases to pitch to editors •Completing daily cover searches, documenting press clips, and composing monthly reports to track media coverage in an organized and accessible manner •Thoroughly researching press and creating relevant mailing lists on Fashion GPS for better results when pitching•Attending client meetings and improving communication skills by creating genuine connections

    • Novelle Bridal Shop

      Feb 2018 - Dec 2018
      Bridal Consultant

      ● Received shipments and meticulously assessed each new gown through measuring and steaming to assure the highest quality for our customers ● Cultivated strong relationships with brides and their guests and utilized suggestive selling in order to find each bride’s perfect gown and give the best experience possible ● Gained extensive inventory knowledge including different designers and silhouettes as well as colour, length, and customization options ● Communicated with various vendors and designers to coordinate custom changes to dresses Show less

    • Jeff Rosen Agency

      Jan 2019 - Mar 2019
      Intern

      ● Organized and merchandised each collection to attract buyers● Hosted buying appointments and input purchase orders● Styled and modeled outfits in order to increase buyers’ order potential

    • Steve Madden Canada

      Jan 2019 - Nov 2019
      Seasonal Sales Associate

      ● Assisted with visual merchandising duties to ensure store was organized and aesthetically pleasing● Worked closely with team members to meet daily goals● Multi-tasked between getting sizes, working the cash register, and keeping the store organized in a busy, dynamic environment● Developed relationships with customers and coworkers alike to deliver the best experiencepossible for each shopper

    • OAK + FORT

      Feb 2020 - Jun 2020
      Buying Intern
    • OAK + FORT

      Feb 2021 - Nov 2021
      • Assistant Buyer

        Jul 2021 - Nov 2021
      • Merchandising Assistant

        Feb 2021 - Jul 2021
    • Aritzia

      Nov 2021 - Aug 2023
      Allocation Analyst
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • ProServe

      Jul 2013
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Katie Mooney
      A Louise McKinney Post-Secondary Scholarship University of Alberta 2017
    • Awarded to Katie Mooney
      The AHEA Helen Bentley Bursary University of Alberta 2017
    • Awarded to Katie Mooney
      The Richard Martin Exhibition Award The Costume Society of America 2017 In one of my classes, we made an exhibition focused on the history, uses, and significance of eyewear. We are the first student group ever to have won this international award for an exhibition.
    • Awarded to Katie Mooney
      A Kobe Petersson Scholarship University of Alberta 2016
    • Awarded to Katie Mooney
      The Winifred Jean McLean and Douglas Brooks McLean Scholarship in Human Ecology University of Alberta 2016
    • Awarded to Katie Mooney
      A Jason Lang Scholarship University of Alberta 2015
    • Awarded to Katie Mooney
      The Winnifred Jean McLean and Douglas Brooks McLean Scholarship in Human Ecology University of Alberta 2015
    • Awarded to Katie Mooney
      A Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences Academic Excellence Scholarship University of Alberta 2014
    • Awarded to Katie Mooney
      A Florence MacKenzie Memorial Entrance Scholarship University of Alberta 2014
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Backstage Volunteer

      Issued by Western Canada Fashion Week and Phabrik Magazine on Mar 2016
      Western Canada Fashion Week and Phabrik MagazineAssociated with Katie Mooney