Welcome
Hi! Welcome to my website, here you'll see my personal achievements, awards, and work history. Also my current hobbies, skills and interests. I am passionate about the fashion industry, currently studying to achieve a Bachelor of Commerce degree at Ryerson University, in Retail Management.
About Brooke Richards
Explore My Work
What Makes Me a Creator?
I live passionately, my life is my creation, as I am constantly trying to evolve into the fullest version of myself each day. I find that when you have a brand new day before you, it's important to make that day your masterpiece.
"Fashion is the armour to survive the reality of everyday life."
Bill Cunningham
Confidence
I push my boundaries to explore areas outside of what I'm used to. I'm a firm believer of pushing myself to be comfortable in uncomfortable scenarios to develop and grow. By feeling the fear and doing something anyway can lead to new heights (literally). And the view is incredible.
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Creativity
My imagination allows me investigate my curiosity within various pursuits. Whether it's a drawing, a new recipe or putting an outfit together I like to see what I am capable of.
Collaboration
I embrace collaboration with my family, friends, and my fellow classmates to lead to new ideas, different perspectives and collective knowledge that can lead to greater success.
Professional History
Past Positions
Manager, Kernels
June 2010 - Current
As a manager for a franchisee owner, I am able to understand the basic operations. I trained new employees, and provided advice and direction in the work environment. I handled customers with friendly service and immediate assistance.
Sales Associate, Gap
I was a sales associate during a field placement. I assisted customers by styling their clothes selections. Visually merchandised the store, and dressed mannequins by preparing the garments.
September 2015 - April 2016
Sales Associate, Roots
During my seasonal position, I maintained store cleanliness by organizing the stock. Retrieved clothing for customers, and monitored change rooms. Ensured inventory was kept in an organized manner.
September 2014 - December 2014
Skills
Industry Knowledge
Retail
Styling
Social Networking
Marketing
Design
Sales
Creative Writing
Product Demonstration
Fashion Blogging
Leadership
Teamwork
Time Management
Presentation Skills
Course History
Accomplishments
Advanced Creative Suite Application
Apparel and Accessory Product Knowledge
Colour Theory
Computer Applications: Fashion
Ethics and Sustainability
Event Planning and Budgeting
Fashion History and Terminology
Global Retail Operations
Introduction to Marketing
New Venture Development
Photo Styling and Display Techniques
Retail Buying
Store Planning and Merchandising
Trend Analysis and Product Development
Social Media and Fashion Promotion
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Applied Retail Research
Business Statistics
Intro to Financial Accounting
Intro to Management Accounting
Introductory Macroeconomics
Introductory Microeconomics
New Venture Startup
Retail Information Management
Retail Operations Management
Service Quality Management
Professional Presentations
Communication and Social Media
Managerial Finance
Visual Merchandise and Space Plan
Retail Consumer Insight
Digital Advertising in Retail
Omni-Channel Retailing
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Technology Skills
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Adobe Creative Suite
Google Adword Certified
Fashion Arts Diploma, Humber College
Photo Styling Project
A Humber College project to curate a magazine spread using a real model, and a professional photographer. Required to be edited using the Adobe Creative Suite application.
Specialty Leasing Retail Innovation Certificate of Excellence 2016
Infuse Magazine
Humber College Magazine
I was featured to share my work experience completing a field placement with the company the Gap.
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Visual Merchandising Project
To create a store window display during class time, and add visual signage using the Adobe Creative Suite application.
Styling Outfits
Hobby
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My Instagram
@brooke.a.richards
Contact Details
Interested in learning more about me, my work or a potential job opportunity? Feel free to reach out anytime, I would be more than happy to chat.