Ilia Siegwald

Whatever it is you're looking for, I can probably do it.

_Well, okay, maybe not whatever, but pretty close. _

I love to learn about absolutely anything, and as you can see this is deeply reflected in my experience (and this isn't even all of it!). As a full time student at Stephens College, I gained experience in a lot of assistant work through my internship, my time as a Residential Assistant, working at David's Bridal and even the Office of Registrar!

I was lucky enough to be the assistant to a stylist in Los Angeles, where I was able to learn to quickly transcribe, take notes and answer correspondence in timely manners. As a Residential Assistant, I learned a lot of the skills needed to keep detailed, observant records - past what you're told, but being intuitive about what someone might need. (Not only that, but we did a lot of paperwork at our front desk!) David's Bridal taught me how to manage and problem-solve schedule and scheduling conflicts incredibly quick - all with positivity, of course. The Office of Registrar tested my skills in multi-tasking - I would simultaneously be answering phones, fulfilling transcript requests and taking messages all at the same time. 

My work after college partly began with Eleve Dancewear, and it was some of the most diverse work I've done! My job began in the cutting room, but I began taking on responsibilities in the Design Office after just a few months. By the end of my time at Eleve, I had worked on multiple, varied projects in terms of need and duration.

I worked in the Design Office as the Graphic Designer and completed:

• 60+ email designs and at least a dozen email campaigns
• two 8'+ banners for trade show display purposes
• two catalogues showcasing upcoming seasons
• a growing library of 75 purchased prints (for Ready to Wear collections)
• correspondence with manufacturers in regards to quality, quanity and shipping custom printed fabrics
• edited 200+ photoshoot images for marketing use

I also led the start of an Online Boutique department - which I ended up continuing to run solo for the duration of my time there. My daily in that department meant:

• prepping products through steaming, pinning and quality check
• taking and editing all photos I took that day (eventually amounting to 1500+ photos)
• posting corresponding products to website, including product descriptions, SKU codes, etc.
• running the instagram boutique including design, analytics and brand identity

(My favorite memory of Eleve still remains to be when there was a leotard named after me.)

Want to see my work? Let's chat. I can't wait to talk.