Donovan Yoshida
Independent Streetwear and Vintage Apparel Sales · Self-Employed
Playa Del Rey, CA
In My Own Words
Creative, detail-oriented student with an entrepreneurial background. Excited about observing and utilizing trends to translate into increased marketing awareness and responsiveness. Highly communicative with memorable motivational management, leadership and teamwork skills. Goal-oriented, focused on decision-making in challenging projects with an open-minded approach. Seeking a marketing and/or management position in the apparel/fashion industry.
Work Experience
Independent Streetwear and Vintage Apparel Sales
Self-Employed2017 – Present
Curate and sell over 1500 fashion items on e-commerce platforms, to resale stores, and by vending at events Generate $30,000 in sales in 2022, experiencing a 50% sales growth from 2021 Implement responsive social media assets of over 1000 shares to translate into over 100 sales for an event Observe and research fashion related trends to source fast-selling product and utilize keyword optimization Earn 5-star rated satisfaction with quality photography, descriptions, service, and shipping
Stores Executive Intern and Executive Team Leader Extended Intern
Target2022 – Present
Motivate and delegate tasks to team in fast-paced environment to balance efficient task completion and job satisfaction in multiple top-selling locations that generates $92 million and $250 million annually Analyze performance analytics and store function to identify and act on sales opportunities, provide feedback, and problem-solve, exceeding the needs of customers
Community Outreach and Social Media Intern
Friends of Ballona Wetlands2023 – Present
Create engaging social media content for Instagram and Facebook with a focus on short-form media, generating post concepts, writing scripts and captions, filming and editing videos, planning posts, and more Conduct research and develop resources regarding social media strategy
ASLMU (Student Body) Photographer
Loyola Marymount University2021 – 2022
Captured digital photography in various styles including headshots and concert photography Attended student body meetings
Archives and Special Collections Assistant
Loyola Marymount University2021 – 2022
Conceptualized, designed, and revised promotional signage for exhibits Engaged in promoting a welcoming, safe environment Efficiently performed clerical functions such as appointment scheduling, file organization, and responding to calls and emails
Sales And Marketing Intern
Greek House2021 – 2021
Managed 50+ reach-outs to local businesses, refining digital sales techniques Utilized proprietary CRM and Digital Marketing Tools Created social media assets through Canva and scheduled posts through Later to drive engagement and awareness
Freelance Graphic Designer
Fiverr2021 – 2021
Executed 18 graphic design visions of start-up labels through thorough communication with customers, generating over $500 in revenue
Retail Associate
Ross Stores, Inc.2020 – 2020
Efficiently engaged in creating a safe, customer-focused shopping environment during the COVID-19 pandemic Accurately operated various store functions including but not limited to cashiering, stock, customer service, markdowns, recovery, security, and more
Field Operator
Loyola Marymount University2019 – 2020
Located and carefully examined fire extinguishers for fire-safety insurance on a monthly basis Revitalized and maintained organizational system to create monthly reports Handled further quality assurance measures such as logging inventory, notating imperfections on campus, and creating work-orders
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration
Loyola Marymount University2019 – 2023
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration
Loyola Marymount University2019 – 2023
Bachelor of Business Administration
