Fashion expert/kitten saver/feminist zine editor/record collector.
Amanda Lee McCarty's Bio:
Amanda Lee McCarty's Experience:
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Visual Merchandising Manager at Urban Outfitters
June 2010 - September 2013--Interpreted current fashion trends in both the overall brand and local market in order to generate creative solutions and sales via outfitting and product placement. --Created a full sensory experience that appealed to the customer emotionally through the presentation and placement of product, store mapping, and music selection. --Partnered with the Store Manager to faciliate the relationship between the management and visual teams to enhance the store environment. --Provided constant coaching and development to team members on merchandise placement, merchandising standards, and business analysis.
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Associate Buyer--women's accessories at Urban Outfitters
October 2006 - May 2010--Developed a balanced assortment for both the retail and direct businesses reflecting fashion vision, quality, price point awareness, and key item depth. --Tightly managed the receipt plan by constantly analyzing business needs and reacting with timely reorders, cancellations, and assortment revision. --Worked cohesively with the marketing and creative teams to merchandise catalogs that inspire the customer, drive traffic, and enhance the brand image. --Provided leadership and coaching to my assistant and peers while fostering an environment of continual training and development.
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Buyer--Dresses at ModCloth
September 2013
Amanda Lee McCarty's Education:
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New York University
BFA
Amanda Lee McCarty's Interests & Activities:
Feminism, animal rights, record collecting, and visual art.