Hulya Kinli
Northampton,Northamptonshire
Summary
- BA Fashion student at the University of Northampton with hands-on experience in garment construction, textiles, and retail volunteering. Passionate about vintage clothing, sustainable fashion and upcycling, with strong customer service and communication skills. Eager to contribute to a creative, independent retailer while continuing to develop my knowledge of vintage fashion and styling.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Production designer
freelance designer
06.2023 - Current
- Upcycling cami tops by using pattern cutting and garment construction techniques.
- Altering garments
- Screen printing original designs onto base garments.
- Providing backstage garment support for models at fashion shows, managing time effectively to maintain the show schedule.
- Handling clothing and accessories meticulously to meet professional quality standards and designer specififcations.
Vinted seller
- Current
- selling second-hand clothing, accessories, and other items.
- Creating attractive listings with photographs and descriptions.
- Communicating with customers.
- Understanding the value of pre-loved clothing.
Retail volunteer assistant
Scope
Northampton
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Facilitated effective customer communication, resolving disputes and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness, organisation, and attention to detail for the precise application of tags on clothing items.
- Demonstrated teamwork, time management, and problem-solving by actively listening and responding to needs.
Volunteer assistant
British Red Cross
Northampton
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Organised and categorised clothing by size, applying strong organisation and attention to detail to enhance accessibility and efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and order on shop floor and in stockroom.
- Assisted customers with inquiries, ensuring a positive shopping experience through friendly communication and customer service.
Education
GCSEs -
Northampton school for girls
Northampton2022
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - creative practice: Art, design & communication
Northampton college
Northampton06-2024
BA - (Hons) Fashion, Textiles, Footwear & Accessories
University of Northampton
2024 - 2027
Skills
- Customer service
- Communication
- teamwork
- Garment construction
- Textile and fabric knowledge
- Sustainable fashion and upcycling
- Fashion styling
- product presentation
- fashion branding and marketing
- Customer profiling
- Attention to detail
- Organisation
Awards
- Outstanding progress in art - Northampton School for Girls (2022)
- The Tom Bickerton Award for Printed Textiles - University of Northampton (2026)
Hobbies and interests
- vintage fashion and sustainable styling
- Pilates and Yoga
- drawing and fashion illustration
Timeline
Production designer
freelance designer
06.2023 - Current
Retail volunteer assistant
Scope
05.2023 - 06.2023
Volunteer assistant
British Red Cross
05.2023 - 06.2023
BA - (Hons) Fashion, Textiles, Footwear & Accessories
University of Northampton
2024 - 2027
Vinted seller
- Current
GCSEs -
Northampton school for girls
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - creative practice: Art, design & communication
Northampton college