Orono, MNUnited States

Kimberly Melamed

kimberly.melamed@gmail.com

My Company: http://www.junkmarketstyle.comPier One Imports: http://www.pier1.comStorganize: http://www.storganize.com

MN, United States 2007 - Present

1998 - Present

SummaryResults-Oriented media coordinator, project manager, and leader with expansive skills set able to builda strong audience through development of interest-generating, creative, & supportive content.

Expertly analyze and tap into current trends to remain at the cutting edge for both content andpresentation. Comfortable working with a broad range of media, collaborating with and coordinatingworkflow across diverse creative and technical teams. Outstanding organization and ability to remainfocused and productive in dynamic, deadline-driven environments.

Work History

The New Junkmarket, LLC

Creative Coordinator, Contributing EditorPlayed leadership role in product development and promotion for this multimedia publishingcompany. Retained on a contractual basis following office closure in March 2009, minus officesupport responsibilities.

Draft, edit, stylize and coordinate content for products to include a book, magazine, and DVD,managing website (www.JUNKMARKETStyle.com) and serving as a contributing editor; providedirection to other editors, staff, and accountants. Create content for and edit weekly e-letter. Assistwith layout for books and magazines. Acquire and organize materials for web / DVD productionsand photo shoots for all products. Collaborate with show managers regarding travel arrangements,shipping and receipt of props, product, and PR materials. Promote products through speaking tours,including live and taped television interviews, paid celebrity speaking engagements, and book tourevents, working with PR representative to set media schedules. Partner with community serviceorganizations, such as Habitat for Humanity, for joint promotions.

Selected Achievements:~Significantly contributed to 2008 launch and continued success of company website; instrumentalin gaining web sponsorship; promote website through use of social networking sites and viralmarketing techniques.~Co-wrote, edited, and styled the book, Junk Beautiful: Outdoor Edition (Taunton Press, 2009).~Co-wrote, styled, and appeared in DVD, Junk Beautiful: Behind the Scenes(TremendousEntertainment, 2008).~Co-edited Magazine, Junk Beautiful: 5 Room by Room Makeovers with JunkMarket Style (TauntonPress, 2008).~Built rewarding relationships with website contributors; book, DVD and website fans and sponsors;and coworkers.

Kimberly Melamed Designs

Home Staging, Design, and Organizing ConsultantManage home and model apartment installation projects for Lakewood Properties, among others, aswell as in-home organization, design and staging services for private residential clients. Earn newbusiness through participation in Designer and Showcase/Parade Home events, industry

JUNKMARKETStyleMy JUNKMARKETStyle Profile

Junk BeautifulOutdoor Edition

Our Book

From Bargain toBeauty

Junk Beautiful Outdoor Editionbook excerpt on The Today Show

The Art of Junking

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2004 - 2005

1995 - 1999

Creative Content Development

(Rockstar)3-4 Years Experience, (Currently in use)

Stylist (Rockstar)

10+ Years Experience, (Currently in use)

Outstanding Communicator

(Rockstar)10+ Years Experience, (Currently in use)

conferences, and referrals. Prepare bids and manage all financial components.

Selected Achievements:~Leveraged prior customer relationships to grow business.~Established strong client relationships through personalized service, product knowledge andcreative design solutions, resulting in a loyal client base and referral base.

Storganize

Organizing Consultant, Designer, Sales RepresentativeAdvised design clients on all aspects of storage and home organization on behalf of this provider ofretail storage solutions.

Selected Achievements:~Efforts dramatically increased sales for the company and garnered outstanding clientcommendations.~Consistently generate high sales volume through effective customer communication, salestechniques and follow-up.

Pier One

Store ManagerCoordinated visual merchandising to maximize sales and customer appeal. Ensured optimalmerchandise levels through accurate ordering. Hired, trained and motivated a 20+ member PierOne sales team.

Selected Achievements:~Selected as member of New Store Opening Team.~Commended by district and regional management for exceptional store appearance resulting inincreased sales.~Provided positive leadership, direction and support resulting in a cohesive, customer-focused teamand consistent sales growth.

Skills

I have been instrumental in developing fresh, creative content for web, DVD, and print media.

I am a photo stylist & visual merchandiser extraordinaire.

Education

The Art Institutes International Minnesota(formerly Lowthian College)

See this video clip of Kathie Lee,Hoda, and Sue on Today

Your junk, theirtreasure...

Tips for a great garage sale asseen on The Today Show withMatt Lauer

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1996 - 1997

Tempe, AZ, United States 1988 - 1994

Junk Beautiful OutdoorEdition

JUNKMARKETStyle

Junk Beautiful SIP &DVD

Junk Beautiful- Behindthe Scenes DVD

BA, Commercial and Residential Interior Design

Arizona State University

BA, Journalism & Communication

My Projects

InterestsMy hobbies include; junking, creating, baking & cooking, gardening, blogging, our pets, travel...

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