Morgan S

Led footwear design and development for a curated footwear exhibition. Developed original footwear concepts from initial ideation through physical fabrication. Directed exhibition planning, visual presentation, and curation.

Lead Artist & Co-Curator at Vestige Footwear Exhibition (2026 – 2026)

• Led footwear design and development for a curated footwear exhibition.
• Developed original footwear concepts from initial ideation through physical fabrication.
• Directed exhibition planning, visual presentation, and curation.
• Managed installation and presentation of finished work.

Senior Designer at College for Creative Studies “The Show” (2025 – 2025)

• Designed and developed a six-look accessories collection from initial concept and research through final production.
• Established the collection’s creative direction, design language, material selection, and overall visual identity.
• Developed footwear and accessories through sketching, pattern development, prototyping, material exploration, and hands-on construction.
• Refined designs with consideration for wearability, proportion, construction, and runway presentation.
• Managed an iterative design process, troubleshooting construction challenges and refining prototypes through multiple stages of development.
• Collaborated with peers, faculty, and production teams to prepare finished pieces for runway presentation at the GM Design Center in Detroit.

Retail Sales Associate / Keyholder at Coup D’état (2026-03 – Present)

• Develop product knowledge across emerging designers and luxury fashion products.
• Support product photography and digital content creation.
• Assist with seasonal launches, pop-ups, and collaborative events.
• Coordinate inventory, shipments, client appointments, and product presentation.
• Provide styling and product recommendations informed by current fashion trends.

Lead Stylist & Visual Merchandiser / Keyholder at Peacock Room (2022-10 – 2024-08)

• Developed and maintained visual merchandising displays aligned with brand identity.
• Styled clients and translated product knowledge into personalized recommendations.
• Supported buying, inventory management, and retail purchase orders.
• Created social media content to support product launches and sales.
• Trained staff in styling, merchandising, and customer experience.

Server / Event Server at Kampers Rooftop Lounge (2025-06 – 2026-07)

• Managed high-volume events and VIP clientele within a luxury hospitality environment.
• Coordinated event spaces, décor, floor plans, and service operations.
• Developed strong communication, organization, and client-relations skills.

Lead Host at Kampers Rooftop Lounge (2024-08 – 2025-06)

BFA in Fashion Accessories Design – College for Creative Studies (2021 – 2025)

Shoe Mastercourse – René Van den Berg Academy (2024 – 2024)

Summer Study Abroad – Craft the Leather (2023 – 2023)

Fine Arts – Interlochen Arts Academy (2018 – 2021)