Alexandra d'Archangelo

I oversee direct marketing campaigns, international advertising buys, social media initiatives, media and VIP buyer relations. International work experience includes events in Calgary, Toronto, New York, LA, Las Vegas, Atlanta and Paris. Current event-based volunteer interests include: Susan G. Komen for the Cure; the High Museum and Children's Restoration Network.

Experienced production manager specializing in fashion events including wardrobe coordination and casting. Past clients include: Lee Trimble Production: http://www.leetrimble.com/ Gen Art: http://www.genart.org/ Barbara Tfank: http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/F2010RTW-BTFANK/ Face Atelier Cosmetics: www.faceatelier.com Holt Renfew: www.holtrenfrew.com

-Supported Sales Manager responsible for department store business -Coordinated distribution of samples and sales materials with regional buying offices and showrooms -Created line sheets, booked models, catering and prepared collections for buyer appointments -Traveled to regional stores for selling events and product knowledge sessions

-Four month internship placement in Paris resulting from being the first Canadian accepted to participate in the International Wool Textile Organisation's Student Exchange Programme -Research and exhibitor relations support focused on the trend forum and trend communications -Two additional seasons of freelance work in fabric styling, trend forum merchandising and vetting of French - English translations

-Recruited event sponsors and community partners for events and regional campaigns -Customized event layers and promotional elements for the local market -Responsible for production of in-store events including booking models, music, catering -Acted as local media contact on behalf of Canada's premiere luxury retailer

Member of Golden Key International Honour Society. First recipient of the Jocelyn Juriansz Memorial Award. Research Assistant to Assistant Professor Osmud Rahman.

Served as the Vice President Events of the Students' Union. Completed course work in political science, sociology, communications, women's studies, French, Italian and English literature before discovering my passion for fashion.