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Navjyot Kaur Dhariwal

Navjyot Kaur Dhariwal

New York,NY

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Punjabi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Marathi
Upper intermediate (B2)

Summary

An innovative thinker and data- focused professional, with a flair for understanding the customer. I strongly believe that understanding the target audience thoroughly is the key to increase growth in the business. My experiences at various organizations have enabled me to think out of the box and align various functions to create a clutter breaking visual communication process.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Accomplishments

  • ACE of CaratLane(2022)

Awarded for functional excellence for leading a newly formed team and over-achieving targets for the quarter with 3X increase in Top Funnel CTR leading to reduction in CPS(Cost per session) by 30%- first time in the history of the brand


  • ACE of CaratLane(2021)

1. Increase in Mid Funnel conversions(PD>Cart) with new and innovative imaging techniques


2. Conceptualized rhythmic campaigns and ensured effective budget utilization


  • ACE of CaratLane(2019)

Awarded for functional excellence for conceptualizing , styling and delivering creative imagery techniques that lead to better conversions


  • Runner Up All India- Channel V Fashion Fest(2014)

Choreographed fashion sequence, created and styled fashion garments and modeled for an All India Fashion Fest


  • Basket Ball Nationals, Maharashtra(2012)

Represented Maharashtra State in ICSE Basket Ball Girls Under 16 National Team


  • School House Captain(2010)

Headed the House as Sigma House Captain(Girl) for the Academic Year 2010-2011

Work History

Assistant Manager - Merchandise and Marketing

CaratLane Trading Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai, India
04.2018 - 08.2022

Key responsibilities:

  • Visual Communication Strategy:
  • Drive concept and direct campaigns of innovation and creativity
  • Owning and driving key business metrics for Top and Mid-Funnel
  • Design campaign aesthetic based on consumer marketing objectives and utilizing CaratLane Brand Guidelines that link to consumer needs and marketing plans
  • Support creative development of assets- creative direction and content production for digital and social formats as well as in-store needs
  • Lead and articulate strategic brief for agencies, challenge quality and budget
  • Planning and Project Management:
  • Organize and manage recurring shoots, including ensuring any talent, product and equipment needs are met when required
  • Oversee and help with direction of all local shoots to ensure that aesthetic, lighting and tonality is on point for brand
  • Closely working with third party vendors and help in planning, conceptualizing, styling and visual direction of all imaging assets
  • Research, innovation and trend spotting:
  • Report regularly on competitive brand activity
  • Researching niche brands and creatives for latest trends and inspiration
  • Drive creative brainstorms with cross-functional team to help surface new, innovative ways to create content

Stylist

Freelance
Mumbai, India
08.2017 - 03.2018
  • Collaborated with styling assistants to bring together products, wardrobe, props, set materials, and others to prepare and set up photo shoot
  • Cooperated with hair and make-up stylists to style models at shoot
  • Organized and assisted in 30+ photo shoots
  • Collaborated with photographers to plan set and direct models on set
  • Stayed up-to date with trends, built and maintained professional relationships with designers and retailers, and attended various fashion shows and other industry events

Jewellery Design Intern

Orra Fine Jewellery
Mumbai, India
11.2016 - 04.2017
  • Conceptualization and initialization of new design projects
  • Research and trend forecasting to drive inspiration for upcoming season
  • Visual Merchandising for Christmas 2016 collection launch- research driven story-telling in displays to engage customers
  • Assisted head photographers and stylists for campaign shoots

Photography and Styling Intern

Ahilya Fine Silver Jewellery
Mumbai, India
04.2016 - 06.2016
  • Conceptualized campaign shoots for the start-up brand
  • Assisted in merchandising, planning and organizing for the upcoming season
  • Single handedly worked as photographer, visual editor and stylist
  • Restructured and maintained online database for look books
  • Researched and crafted storyboards
  • Ensured timely closure of all assets

Education

Master of Science - Media Management

The New School
New York, NY
08.2022

Bachelor of Design - Fashion Lifestyle And Accessory Design

National Institute of Fashion Technology
Chennai
04.2017

12th Grade, ISC Board - Commerce

Hiranandani Foundation School, Thane
Mumbai, India
04.2013

10th Grade, ICSE Board -

Hiranandani Foundation School, Thane
Mumbai, India
04.2011

Skills

  • Content Strategy
  • Team Management
  • Visual composition and Styling
  • Problem Solving
  • Data driven story telling
  • Idea Generation

Certification

Institute: ISDI School of Design and Innovation

Certification: Short Course Styling Diploma

Timeline

Assistant Manager - Merchandise and Marketing

CaratLane Trading Pvt. Ltd.
04.2018 - 08.2022

Stylist

Freelance
08.2017 - 03.2018

Jewellery Design Intern

Orra Fine Jewellery
11.2016 - 04.2017

Photography and Styling Intern

Ahilya Fine Silver Jewellery
04.2016 - 06.2016

Master of Science - Media Management

The New School

Bachelor of Design - Fashion Lifestyle And Accessory Design

National Institute of Fashion Technology

12th Grade, ISC Board - Commerce

Hiranandani Foundation School, Thane

10th Grade, ICSE Board -

Hiranandani Foundation School, Thane

Tools

  • Corel Draw
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Microsoft Office


Tools

  • Corel Draw
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Microsoft Office


Navjyot Kaur Dhariwal