Leila Alahmar

Hardworking, detail-oriented, passionate individual with a proven track record in many fields, excelling in personalised customer service, styling and visual merchandising. Passionately dedicated myself to visual and written art throughout my career. Demonstrably strong communication skills and effective time management, skilled at POS system handling. Versatile skillset with a background in event operations as a Volunteer, showcasing teamwork and organisational skills. Former Editor and Writer for a University Fashion Magazine, adept in content creation, social media management, and fashion industry collaboration.

• Shortlisted, Hive Writing Competition (20-30 Category), [2022], Recognized for fiction writing, earning a place on the shortlist.
• Invited to the Hive Fiction Programme with Rachel Bower, selected based on the strength of competition submission, demonstrating creativity and skill in storytelling.
• Published articles in the University Fashion Magazine, with features on fashion trends, event coverage, and cultural commentary.
• Published at the Leeds Library for Margins.
• Published at online exhibition in a mid-century arts magazine which is available on the Leeds Arts University website.
• Collaborated with fashion marketing students on the changing nature of the fashion industry and the influence of AI in fashion agencies. Short story Eyes Are Windows to the Soul, published in a book called A Human Touch by Nia Southworth.
• Currently writing a book. My manuscript is at a complete three chapters, which is equivalent to 7,000 words and has been something I’ve been writing since the end of November 2024.