Orla Martin

Work Experience

Fashion Buying Assistant at Dunnes Stores – Boyswear
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Coordinated product samples from development through production for fittings, e-commerce photography, and range reviews, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery. Led the AW24 boyswear shoot, managing product flow, styling pulls, and shoot readiness. Pulled, styled, and merchandised full looks for online imagery and internal presentations, maintaining brand and seasonal consistency. Supported photo shoot prep by organizing garments, accessories, and SKUs for studio use. Maintained accurate product tracking and inventory records across internal systems (AS400), ensuring samples were logged, returned, and documented correctly. Communicated directly with suppliers regarding sample requests, timelines, and returns, mirroring Fashion GPS workflows. Conducted trend, competitor, and market research to inform styling and buying decisions.
Founder & Stylist at Pre-Loved Styling Service
January 1, 2025 - Present
Curate personalised styling edits and digital lookbooks using premium pre-loved fashion with a strong focus on trend relevance and brand storytelling. Source, style, photograph, and merchandise outfits for digital use, demonstrating an editorial eye. Produce short-form behind-the-scenes and styling content for Instagram and TikTok, supporting brand visibility and engagement. Manage wardrobe organization, packing, fulfillment, and client communication independently.
Primary School Teacher at Irish National Schools
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Led a class of 25+ students; developed excellent communication and organizational skills; designed creative learning projects; managed multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment; collaborated with parents and staff; demonstrated professionalism, empathy, and clear communication, supporting client-facing work through enhanced presentation and organization.

Education

MSc Fashion Buying & Management at Technological University Dublin
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2025
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) at Dublin City University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Google Digital Marketing & E-Commerce Certificate
January 1, 2025 - December 24, 2025
Content Creation Certificate (Course era)
January 1, 2025 - December 24, 2025
MSc Fashion Buying & Management
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2025
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
All-Ireland Senior Ladies Football Champion
January 1, 2023 - December 24, 2025
Ireland Cricket U17 & U19
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025
Sports Scholarship Recipient
January 11, 2030 - December 24, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Education, Wholesale & Distribution