STEPHENDUNFORDCreative Director

347.303.7775

dunforddesign@gmail.com

www.stephendunford.com

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Skills Collaborative and passionate multi-skilled creative who has experience infashion and accessory design , graphic design, photography, art appreciation,social media and small business operations.

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Experience NY Certified Tour Director - Principal | FounderDRAG QUEEN TOURS | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2020 - PRESENT

- Lead multiple tours with a max of 12 people in the tours.- Built the history around Drag and LGBTQ culture in New York City.- Built the tours of the Rebel side of the East Village.- Gave two lectures on Drag Queen Tours through seminars. (TripSchool

Diversity project)- Marketing & Promotion: Created and produced promo videos for the

tours. This involved - hiring a camera crew, set up production time,developing a script, preparing for the shoot, and hosting the promovideo. Although, heavily involved with the editing and tone/ visuals ofthe promo video.

- Social Media: Post at least 3-5 days of social media posts on Instagramand Facebook.

- Developed a workable website for DQTOURS, developed the overalltheme of the colors, UX experience of the site, and initial developer ofthe Drag Queen Tours Logo- handed off the logo to be finalized by agraphic artist. approving the final logo.

- Collaborate through third-party vendors (viators and Airbnbexperiences.)

- Process tours through Fareharbor.- Business: Set up company bank account and Drag Queen Tours as an

LLC.- Licensed New York City Tour Guide.

Podcast - Creator & CohostQUEENTWOQUEEN | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2021 - PRESENT

- Co-Host a weekly/ biweekly variety podcast with an emphasis on theworld's weird, wonderful, and fabulous.

- Edit all the shows using Audacity - fixing and modifying sound, musicand tone of the show.

- Coordinate and set up time's for each recording with Co-Host.- Choose relative topics to discuss for the show.- Responsible for uploading- Post at least 3-5 days of social media posts on Instagram and Facebook.- Developed a workable website for QueentwoQueen, developed the

overall theme of the colors, UX experience of the site, and initialdeveloper of the Drag Queen Tours Logo- handed off the logo to befinalized by a graphic artist. approving the final logo.

- Interviewed a selected person for the show.

Photographer - Newborn BabiesBELLA BABY | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2021 - PRESENT

- Take photographs of newborn babies in a hospital setting.- Consult with clients to recommend best product package options.- Edit photos directly on site and provide selections to clients the same

day.

Photographer - PrincipalSTEPHEN DUNFORD PHOTOGRAPHY | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2018 - PRESENT

- Provided free consultations to clients prior to starting projects.- Created organized client files listing photography goals, requirements,

and preferences.- Utilized traditional and digital cameras and printing methods.- Worked in a non-disruptive and pleasant way throughout wedding

ceremonies and receptions.- Encouraged clients to relax and enjoy their special day.- Handled scheduling and accounting for clients in an organized manner.

Life Coach - Team LeadMOMENTUM EDUCATION | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2013 -2018

- Assisted clients in developing realistic goals and life plans.- Motivated individuals to make positive life-altering changes.- Track client progress and maintain case files for reporting purposes.- Evaluated client work-life financial and family balance issues.- Communicated strategies to improve choices and overall well being.- Helped clients develop effective decision-making skills for key problems.- Advocated for improved use of community resources and family support.

Designer - Accessory Designer & ApparelSHARIF DESIGNS | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2017 - 2021

- Created and adhered to project timeline and calendar designing 40+SKUs of luxury handbags per quarter.

- Track and directly report project status updates to the creativedirector.

- Facilitated communications between creative and sale-team.- Organize, file, maintain, and archive all current line plans such as line

sheets, on-air and top-of-production samples, also systematicallycritiquing factory strike-offs.

- Carried out photoshoots coordinating models, stylists, and social mediamarketing team on a bi-monthly basis.

Designer & Photographer - Accessories- Technical & GraphicsDUNFORD DESIGN - FREELANCE | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2016 - 2017Clients: Tutilo, Steve Madden, Tory Burch, Sharif Designs

- Collaborated with the creative director as a dedicated contractorresponsible for providing expertise in styling, technical design, andfittings, ensuring the project adheres to a set schedule and is meetingthe goals of the client.

Tour GuideFAT TIRE TOURS | PARIS, FRANCE | 2015 - 2016

- Leads tours of 20 + indoor and outdoor Museums and culturallandmarks.

- Ensures all content delivered to Memorial & Museum visitors isaccurate.

- Be attentive and provide excellent customer service by answering visitorquestions and assisting with wayfinding.

- Create an exceptional Museum experience for all tour participants.- Supports the daily tour operation by assisting with tour logistics, setup,

and inventory.- Attends team check-in meetings, departmental meetings, and

professional enrichment programming.- Tracks tour schedule and logistics duties through routine usage of -

Microsoft Office applications including Microsoft Outlook and ScheduleFly.

Designer - Accessories - Technical Designer & GraphicsFREELANCE | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2012 - 2014Clients: Accessory Exchange, Olivia & Joy, Isaac Mizrahi

- Research trends in magazines and online as well as traveling forinspiration shopping. + Understand the market and translate appropriatetrends into current Brand filters.

- Manage and communicate directly with cross-functional teams, 3rdparty vendors, and/or directly with factories to design and developproducts.

- Translate seasonal concepts into key items, styles, and ensure roadmaprequirements are met.

Designer - Men’s Accessories & GraphicsPERRY ELLIS | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2010 - 2011

- Leader, being the voice in the strategic planning phase of upcomingprojects that launched two branded handbag lines to the market withannual sales reaching over $20M.

Designer - AccessoriesBETESH GROUP | BABY PHAT & VINCE CAMUTO | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 20072010

- Support managing a team of designers producing all handbag designsand production of all print assets, including but not limited to linesheets, catalogs, trend presentations, packaging.

- Creates product renderings/CADs and illustrates custom patterns andmotifs to match trend directions; produces sketches, storyboards, andfinished layout designs to effectively communicate the look and feel ofasset creation.

- Collaborates closely with cross-functional teams including Sales andDesign to provide solutions to customers’ needs and objectives; presentscompleted ideas to internal teams.

- Articulates and brings new ideas to the forefront frequently; staysup-to-date on industry trends and other retail brands.

- Effectively communicates and manages projects to meet deadlines andrequirements of work.

- Travel regularly to overseas factories (China) to maintain brand anddesign consistency.

Designer - Fashion - Women’s Sportswear & AccessoriesTERRY LEWIS CLASSIC CREATIONS | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2004 - 2006

- Sketch artistic and fresh concepts for consideration.- Complete technical packages on a daily basis, clearly communicate

design revisions to all members of the team. Support in fittings ofprototypes and final garments.

- Supervised Head Designer through production creation release.- Oversaw the creation and implementation of the accessories category.

Designer - Fashion & Graphic Designer - Women’s SportswearCHEVAL SPORTSWEAR | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2004

- Liaise with the head of sales in graphic creations for women's athleisurelifestyle clothing products.

- Review graphics, layouts, and fonts before products are completed.- Finalize designs using image editing software.- Follow deadlines to ensure timely publications.

Product Packaging & Graphic Designer - AccessoriesKID STREET | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2003 - 2004Clients: Hilary Duff Stuff, Crayola

- Responsible for providing new packaging or prints as necessary formock-ups for both the Advertising, Marketing, and Sales departments.

- Ensure that proper legal lines, country of origin, UPC’s are on allpackages.

- Proof all incoming packaging proofs and blister arrangements withinthe scope of responsibility.

- Responsible for checking incoming proofs for all packagingproduced.

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Additional Experience Career Mentor - Student Portfolio Development Mentorship ProgramFREEARTS NYC | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2021 - PRESENT

- Support visual literacy skills utilizing Fine Arts and fashion background- Provide career coaching to assist young adults entering the college

application and acceptance process.

Children’s Book Reading HostDRAG QUEEN STORY HOUR | NEW YORK CITY , NYC | 2019

- Hosted a 10- 40 children story reading to children from ages 0-10 yearsold on average.

- Heavily involved with a fun, entertaining crafts building with children.

Variety Show ProducerDIAMONDY DOUX | PRODUCER - VARIETY SHOW | NEW YORK CITY , NYC |STONEWALL INN | 2013 - 2014

- Selected and interviewed participants for variety shows Comedians,singers, and performers.

- Coordinated and organized time, date, and schedule of the flow of the

variety show. Developed a dynamic show.- Ability to be the host of the show.

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Skills - Designer for Apparel and Accessories- Graphic Design & Typography | Art & Design Curation- Photography & Photo editing- Adobe Creative Suite (AI, PH Premier, Lightroom)- Basic UX/UI- Google Sheets, Microsoft Office, Slack- Project management- Team management- Strong communication skills

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Education Certification | Fashion Sustainability | Copenhagen Business School2021 | Remote Learning

Masters | Global Fashion Management | SUNY - Fashion Institute ofTechnologyNew York City , NY

Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design | Drexel UniversityPhiladelphia, PA

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