Stephanie Lauren Stauffer
Creative Entrepreneur
- Location
- Greater Pittsburgh Area
- Industry
- Design
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Stephanie Lauren Stauffer's Overview
- Current
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- Assistant Manager for Home Consignments at National Council of Jewish Women, Pittsburgh Section
- Owner at Daedal Dagny Designs (Sole Proprietorship)
- Owner at Li Li Loom Vintage
- Past
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- Partner at Burgheoisie
- Web Master/Program Assistant at JASGP
- Assistant Designer at Peddler's Home Design
- Administrative Assistant at High Street Design
- Education
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- Temple University School
- University of The Arts
- Temple University
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Temple University Japan, Tokyo
- Connections
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51 connections
- Websites
Stephanie Lauren Stauffer's Summary
Objective:
To utilize my project managing skills, technical knowledge, and creative talents.
Summary of Qualifications:
-Effective in organizing information and time management.
-Experienced in development, production, and presentation.
-Efficient in mobilizing resources and strategic planning.
-Excellent communication and computer skills.
-Energetic, reliable, and open-minded.
Qualified Skills
Project Management:
-Assertive leadership with a team player attitude.
-Product development cycle experience as a home-goods designer.
-Strategic communication implemented in short and long-term sales goals.
-Adept in international communication and vendor relationships.
-Experience in personnel mobilization, negotiation, and conflict/resolution.
-Consistent organizing and updating of documentation.
Analysis and Strategies:
-Detail investigation of product, market, and risk investment.
-Quantitative reports on performance and growth-opportunities
-Practical presentations to effectively communicate to audience.
-Creative problem solving for product positioning and merchandising.
-Decisive action for sales based on information and experience.
Product design, sourcing, and trends:
-Language of home good design and artistic insight of designers.-Internet and geographical sourcing experience in the industry.
-Knowledge of materials and production processes of manufacturers.
-Personally visits fairs to research trends, including NYIGF, SFIGF, LA Textile, Brimfield, and local artists markets in visiting cities.
-Personal investment in design history, industrial production, trend-creation.
Team Building Experience:
2009-2010: Coho Crew, assistant organizer- collaborative group of artists creatingcommunity opportunities through arts, crafts, and fashion.
2011-2012: Burgheoisie, partner- co-operative boutique for artists to sell handmadewares and engage the Cultural District with creative events.
Specialties
Mac and Windows OS: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, open source web software.
Stephanie Lauren Stauffer's Experience
Assistant Manager for Home Consignments
National Council of Jewish Women, Pittsburgh Section
Nonprofit; 11-50 employees; Nonprofit Organization Management industry
July 2011 – Present (11 months) Greater Pittsburgh Area
Consignment of high-end furniture and home decor.
Duties:
-Furniture buyer, sale strategy, and merchandising.
-Internet marketing, photography, and administrative work.
-Customer service saleswoman at NCJW Designer Days Boutique.
Owner
Daedal Dagny Designs (Sole Proprietorship)
Sole Proprietorship; Myself Only; Management Consulting industry
2010 – Present (2 years) Greater Pittsburgh Area
Daedal Dagny Designs offers creative design and management services.
Partner
Burgheoisie
October 2011 – March 2012 (6 months) 208 Sixth St. Pittsburgh Pa 15222
An independent art collective selling handmade jewelry, accessories, home wares, and art in Pittsburgh's Cultural District.
Duties
-Prepared visual presentations, financial budgets, store operation strategy.
-Director of communications, wholesale, and identity.
-Team building with partners and co-operative artist sellers.
Assistant Designer
Peddler's Home Design
May 2008 – December 2009 (1 year 8 months)
-Assisted in product design, production, and quality control.
-Communicated with international agents and factories.
-Prepared product spreadsheets, flow charts, and collection presentations.
-Assisted managing sample inventory, floor set design, and show sales for America's Mart and New York International Gift Fair.
-Researched industry trends, competitive designers, and resources.
Administrative Assistant
High Street Design
May 2008 – December 2009 (1 year 8 months)
-Provided business documentation, client correspondence, bookkeeping.
-Handled product photography, packaging, and shipping logistics.
-Developed and produced marketing materials and website.
-Resourced hard-materials and manufacturers with occasional transporting.
-Assisted in production: welding, wiring, assembling, surface finishing.
Stephanie Lauren Stauffer's Skills & Expertise
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Creative Suite
- AutoCAD
- Graphic Design
- Sales Operations
- Supplier Sourcing
- Team Building
- Creative Solutions Provider
- Product Design
- Project Management
- Strategic Communications
- Branding & Identity
- Internet Marketing
- Production Managment
- Artistic Vision
- International Relations
- Data Analysis
- Market Analysis
- Business Strategy
- Sales Presentations
- Financial Reporting
- Grant Writing
- Public Relations
- Building Relationships
- Product Development
- Website Development
- Operational Planning
- Trendwatching
- Design Research
- Strategic Negotiations
Stephanie Lauren Stauffer's Education
Temple University School
Graduate Courses, Strategic Communication in Marketing & Management
2011 – 2011
University of The Arts
Continuing Education, Digital Technology Courses
2010 – 2010
Temple University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Jewelry/Metals/CadCam
2004 – 2008
Graduated Cum Laude from Tyler School of Art
Concentration in Digital Design with a minor in Art History
Temple University Japan, Tokyo
Study Abroad, Digital Media and Art
2007 – 2007
Digital Photography
Stephanie Lauren Stauffer's Additional Information
- Websites:
- Interests:
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Design, technology, travel, salvaging materials, sustainability, art/cultural events, professional networking, creative connections, local food networks, martial arts, yogic arts, and group sports.
- Groups and Associations:
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Temple University Alumni, the Small Business Development Center, the Business Center of Mt. Airy, the Empowerment Group, Elance, The Cohoquinoque Crew.
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- Honors and Awards:
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Notable Exhibitions, Publications, & Awards
2011 Pop-Up Project Pittsburgh Grant Recipient
2011 Art Book Week, Temple University of Tokyo, Japan
2010 Stocking, Window Installation, Adorn, Philadelphia
2010 Can-Can Craft Show & Food Drive, Nice Things Handmade, Philadelphia
2010 Green Fest Philly: Eco Fashion Show, Coho Crew
2010 Grid Magazine, Publication for Coho Crew Wares
2010 Coho Crew Show, 22 Pop-Up Gallery, Philadelphia
2009 Rock Bass Rainbow Fest, 2424 Studios, Philadelphia
2009 NYIGF, Home Designs under PHD at The Piers, NYC
2008 Hyphen, Temple Student Publication
2008 International Art Exhibition, TUJ, Tokyo
2008 Senior M/J/C-C Exhibition, Tyler School of Art
2007 TUJ Art Workshop Exhibition, Zaim Gallery, Japan
2006 Tyler Junior Metals Exhibition, Tyler School of Art,
2005 Tyler Sophomore Metals Exhibition, Tyler School of Art,
2004 TeenSpeak, Philadelphia Literary Magazine
2003 Best in Marketing, Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week
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