The Los Angeles showroom is currently looking for a full-time VIP Assistant to support the team. The department focuses on VIP relations, inclusive of dressing, gifting, events, etc. The ideal candidate will have a professional, self-starting attitude, possess interpersonal communication skills—for both clients and work colleagues—and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. He or she must be a quick learner, highly organized, and exhibit a strong work ethic and enthusiasm. Proficiency in Fashion GPS is recommended.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Manage sample inventory with Fashion GPS software.
Maintain accurate and updated records of all sample trafficking activity.
Oversee Logistics Assistant in all outgoing shipments, returns and local send-outs.
Support in composing and distributing VIP media alerts.
Assist with VIP stylist pulls in the Karla Otto showroom as needed.
Attend VIP fittings on behalf of clients when necessary.
Execute VIP gifting initiatives.
Monitor press outlets and distribute relevant press clippings to VIP clients.
Connect with appropriate editorial contacts for credit requests.
Support Senior Manager with day-to-day activity.
Remotely support all Karla Otto VIP global initiatives
Minimum of at least 6 month - 1 year experience as public relations intern
The candidate should have strong communication skills (both written and oral), research, and organization skills
Be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Accomplishes tasks accurately, thoroughly, and with a keen eye for detail both with quantitative and qualitative data
Willing to go above and beyond the call of duty in order to complete a project accurately and on time
Highly motivated and enthusiastic
Strong work ethic
Must be efficient in Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint, Fashion GPS
If interested in the position, please email your resume and cover letter to Annalisa Solari: Annalisa.Solari@KarlaOtto.com