Covey MacNamara

Hello, my name is Covey MacNamara. I am a creative, passionate, and driven individual with a prominent background in customer experience, fashion, and the creative industries. Fast-paced environments that require strong communication and public relations are both my passion and my strength.

After completing a B.A. Honours degree in Psychology, my path led me to take a more psychological business approach within the creative industries, with a focus on customer communications and team management. I am currently planning to broaden my journey by applying for Masters programs in England that specialize in Luxury fashion business. These programs will support my long-term goal of working in a luxury corporate business setting.

I have also completed a summer program at Fashion and Luxury Management, at Institut Français de la Mode in Paris, France, where I will spent two intensive weeks studying the culture and economics of fashion and luxury while developing international communication and business strategy skills.

My experience in the creative industries includes volunteering with Fashion Art Toronto for five seasons, most recently as a Runway Team Lead assistant. I also currently work with the talented designer Storrveldi, assisting with photoshoots, styling, and creative direction. Recently, I joined her in New York City as her assistant during multiple photoshoots of her work.

Although the creative industry is my main focus, I am equally passionate about customer service. I have worked as a waitress for nearly three years at The Village Café in Ottawa, where I take great pride in my work. In addition to serving, I am an active member of the social media team, which allows me to further showcase my creativity within the industry.

Work Experience The Village Cafe Stittsville, Waitress/ Busser/ Hostess, April 2023 to Present

• Greets customers at the door and seats them

• Takes orders and helps with any questions or concerns the customer has

• Cleans and organizes behind the bar as well as the dining room

• Answers phone for reservations and questions

• Run plates from the kitchen to the tables

• Clears tables quickly and efficiently

Manager/Owner(s): Jeff Spartalis (613) 898-9155 & Jordan Smith (613) 697-6508

Wildpine Residence Stittsville, Waitress, May 2022 to March 2025

• Serves residents breakfast, lunch and dinner

• Takes orders and makes sure meals can apply to residents’ needs

• Clears and sets dining room

• Cleans the kitchen

• Restock items on tables and in the kitchen

• Can efficiently care for and serve people with needs such as dementia and other age-related disabilities

Manager: Cindy Fiorenza (613) 808-1376

Volunteer Experience

Fashion Art Toronto, Runway Room Volunteer, November 2023, May 2024, November 2024, May 2025,

• Instructed guests where to sit

• Moved guests in and out of the room in an orderly fashion

• Placed sponsored items on and off seats

Fashion Art Toronto, Runway room Team lead

November 2025

• Worked alongside VIP guests and instructed them where to sit

• Coordinated with backstage to make sure models were ready for the show

Extra experience

• I own my own Poshmark business, which taught me the importance of customer needs and trusting business transactions.

• I have also worked alongside the brand Storrveldi, as a photoshoot assistant and runway coordinator by travelling to New York City last December.

• I am also currently applying to attend school in Fall 2027 in England, to receive a Masters degree in Luxury Fashion Management

Education

• Institute Francais de la Mode Summer program in Fashion and Luxury Management Paris, France July 2026

• Carleton University, Bachelor of Arts Psychology Honours program 2021-2025

• South Carleton High School 2018-2021

• Afnorth International School, The Netherlands 2017-2018