Summary
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Work history
Education
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Accomplishments
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Ruby O'Connor

White - English / Welsh / Scottish / Northern Irish / British,United Kingdom

Summary

As a creative individual who has been rewarded a distinction in both Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design and a Level 3 UAL Diploma in Art, Design, and Communication, I have had many achievements during my time in and out of education. My work was exhibited in numerous exhibits and I've worked with The Walker Art Gallery for a project with a live brief. I have recently worked with two fashion buyers, one being the head of womenswear at Next. I worked with them for a couple of months to gather experience in fashion buying and I took part in projects for John Lewis and M&S. I have worked as a sales assistant for around 3 years which has improved my confidence and interpersonal skills. Given the opportunity for this role, I will be hard working, punctual, outgoing, and a very valued team member.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Sales assistant

TJ Hughes
Liverpool, Merseyside
10.2022 - Current
  • Assisted customers by finding products in store, improving their shopping experience.
  • Processed sales transactions efficiently, handling both cash and card payments sensibly.
  • Handled Returns and exchanges with focus on customer satisfaction and policy adherence.
  • Kept shelves neat, tidy and organised as well as building successful displays in store to promote sales.
  • Cultivated excellent customer relationships by providing helpful, friendly, and attentive service.

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Fashion buyer work experience

Danielle King (Head of Womenswear at Next)
Liverpool, Merseyside
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Conducted market research to identify emerging fashion trends and consumer preferences.
  • Assisted in selecting seasonal merchandise by analysing market trends and competitor offerings.
  • Worked closely with design teams on bespoke product developments.
  • Analysed sales data to predict future buying patterns.
  • Assembling moodboards for trend forecasting such as John Lewis boyswear and M&S Womenswear.

Education

Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design - Fashion and Textiles

Carmel College
St. Helens
09.2024 - 07.2025

Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma in Art and Design - Fashion and Textiles

Carmel College
St. Helens
09.2022 - 06.2024

GCSEs - English

Broughton Hall Catholic High School
Liverpool
09.2017 - 06.2022

GCSEs - Maths

Broughton Hall Catholic High School
Liverpool
09.2017 - 06.2022

GCSEs - Art, Music, Science, R.E., Health & Social Care

Broughton Hall Catholic High School
Liverpool
09.2017 - 06.2022

Skills

  • Fashion forecasting
  • Textile print designing
  • Sustainably conscious
  • Embroidery techniques
  • Sewing
  • Adobe Software skills
  • Team-player
  • Loyal
  • Punctual

Affiliations

  • embroidery
  • drawing
  • photoshop
  • singing
  • playing piano

Accomplishments

. I was chosen to represent my college as an inspiring student

. Distinctions throughout college

. Worked with the Walker Art Gallery

. Worked alongside two fashion buyers

Timeline

Fashion buyer work experience

Danielle King (Head of Womenswear at Next)
01.2025 - 03.2025

Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design - Fashion and Textiles

Carmel College
09.2024 - 07.2025

Sales assistant

TJ Hughes
10.2022 - Current

Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma in Art and Design - Fashion and Textiles

Carmel College
09.2022 - 06.2024

GCSEs - English

Broughton Hall Catholic High School
09.2017 - 06.2022

GCSEs - Maths

Broughton Hall Catholic High School
09.2017 - 06.2022

GCSEs - Art, Music, Science, R.E., Health & Social Care

Broughton Hall Catholic High School
09.2017 - 06.2022
Ruby O'Connor