I'm Gaia, a marketing and merchandising professional with a hands-on background in managing accessory collections, boosting online visibility, and coordinating cross-functional teams across Italy and the Netherlands. I blend creative branding with data-driven product decisions to drive sales and brand presence. I love turning ideas into tangible campaigns and content that resonates on Instagram, TikTok, and beyond. With experience across social media management, merchandising, and digital marketing, I’m eager to contribute to dynamic teams that value innovation and collaboration.

I'm Gaia, a marketing and merchandising professional with a hands-on background in managing accessory collections, boosting online visibility, and coordinating cross-functional teams across Italy and the Netherlands. I blend creative branding with data-driven product decisions to drive sales and brand presence. I love turning ideas into tangible campaigns and content that resonates on Instagram, TikTok, and beyond. With experience across social media management, merchandising, and digital marketing, I’m eager to contribute to dynamic teams that value innovation and collaboration.

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I’m Gaia, a marketing and merchandising professional with a hands-on background in managing accessory collections, boosting online visibility, and coordinating cross-functional teams across Italy and the Netherlands. I blend creative branding with data-driven product decisions to drive sales and brand presence.

I love turning ideas into tangible campaigns and content that resonates on Instagram, TikTok, and beyond. With experience across social media management, merchandising, and digital marketing, I’m eager to contribute to dynamic teams that value innovation and collaboration.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Cashier at Foot Locker
August 1, 2020 - October 31, 2020
Gestione operazioni di cassa, resi e richieste dei clienti; assistenza nella promozione dei prodotti e vendita aggiuntiva per aumentare le vendite; gestione di un’esperienza di acquisto fluida e positiva.
Social Media & Content Manager at Reload Events
August 1, 2020 - September 30, 2021
Gestione contenuti per Instagram, Facebook e TikTok; co-produzione video trailer e aftermovie per eventi; supporto nella creazione di locandine e materiali grafici; ideazione campagne di branding (School Tour, Golden Ticket, ecc.).
Junior Product Analyst at General S.P.A
November 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021
Gestione presenza sui social media con contenuti per Instagram, Facebook e TikTok; co-produzione di trailer video e aftermovie per eventi; supporto alla creazione di locandine e materiali grafici; ideazione campagne di branding.
Sales & Assistant Merchandiser at SMCP Group (Sandro Paris)
November 1, 2021 - June 30, 2023
Supporto del team di merchandising nello sviluppo delle collezioni, preparazione di report di vendita, monitoraggio dell’esecuzione delle linee di prodotto, e gestione delle comunicazioni tra design e commerciale; partecipazione alle presentazioni collezioni e raccolta feedback.
Sales & Assistant Merchandiser at Inditex (Zara)
September 1, 2023 - March 31, 2025
Supporto al team merchandising nello sviluppo delle collezioni, monitoraggio delle performance di prodotto, preparazione dei report di vendita, collaborazione con Visual Merchandising per mantenere un’immagine prodotto coerente in-store; analisi dei dati di vendita e gestione delle comunicazioni tra team di design e commerciale.
Sales & Assistant Merchandiser at SMCP Group (Sandro Paris)
November 1, 2020 - June 1, 2021
Supported merchandising team in managing accessory collections, monitoring product performance, and maintaining attractive in-store display. Prepared weekly sales reports to inform pricing decisions. Assisted in planning seasonal briefs and coordinating communications between design and commercial teams.
Sales & Assistant Merchandiser at SMCP Group (Sandro Paris)
September 1, 2023 - March 1, 2025
Rejoined in Amsterdam to support merchandising operations, maintain brand standards, and contribute to seasonal product launches and performance analysis.
Social Media Presence Manager at Montecatini Terme project
August 1, 2020 - September 1, 2021
Managed social media presence with content for Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, increasing engagement and visibility. Co-produced video trailers and aftermovies for events; supported the creation of posters and graphic materials, ensuring consistent communication. Developed branding campaigns (School Tour, Golden Ticket, etc.).
Junior Product Analyst at Generali S.p.A
November 1, 2020 - June 1, 2021
Performed data-based product analysis and supported cross-functional teams in product development and go-to-market planning.

Education

Bachelor's degree at Universitas Mercatorum, Rome (Italy)
September 1, 2018 - June 30, 2021
Master's degree at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
September 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024
Diploma at Liceo Scientifico Coluccio Salutati, Montecatini Terme (Italy)
September 1, 2011 - June 30, 2017
Master's Degree in Marketing at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Montecatini Terme (IT) - Focus on Digital Business Management
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026

Qualifications

Google Ads Search Certification
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
Meta Certified Digital Marketing Associate
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
Google Ads Certification
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
Meta Certified Digital Marketing Associate
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services