I am a versatile industry professional with a unique background in Apparel Design, Buying, and Visual Merchandising. My dual perspective gives me a strategic edge, allowing me to leverage sales data for commercial success while applying my technical knowledge to make informed creative decisions.

Jennifer Shorten

I am a versatile industry professional with a unique background in Apparel Design, Buying, and Visual Merchandising. My dual perspective gives me a strategic edge, allowing me to leverage sales data for commercial success while applying my technical knowledge to make informed creative decisions.

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I am a versatile industry professional with a unique background in Apparel Design, Buying, and Visual Merchandising. My dual perspective gives me a strategic edge, allowing me to leverage sales data for commercial success while applying my technical knowledge to make informed creative decisions.

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Work Experience

Creative Director & Consultant at Jennifer Shorten Designs
January 1, 2024 - Present
Established a high-trust consultancy with a focus on client retention and leadership, developing menswear designs and managing full product lifecycle across various brands.
Strategic Buying & Visual Merchandising Specialist at SHAN
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2024
Bridged creative vision and retail performance, optimized product selection, and directed high-end visual merchandising standards.
Creative Consultant & Principal Stylist at SHAN
October 9, 2017 - October 18, 2024
Achieved top sales rankings and specialized in luxury clientele and relationship management, driving significant revenue growth through expert product knowledge.
Designer & Brand Consultant at AWL (Areta With Love)
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Collaborated on flagship garment designs, expanding the brand's offerings into the accessories category and ensuring high-quality production-ready samples.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Toronto Metropolitan University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021

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Industry Experience

Retail, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment