Ange Nzobonimpa

I'm a highly creative and multi-talented artist with a passion for sewing, directing, modeling, styling, and trend forecasting.

1. Sewing:

• Design, construct, and tailor clothing and accessories with precision and creativity.
• Collaborate with fashion designers to bring their concepts to life through skilled craftsmanship.
• Stay updated on innovative sewing techniques and materials.

2. Directing:

• Lead and oversee the creative aspects of photoshoots, films, or theatrical productions.
• Collaborate closely with photographers, cinematographers, and actors to achieve artistic visions.
• Ensure that storytelling and aesthetics align with project goals.

3. Modeling:

• Serve as a versatile and expressive model for a variety of creative projects.
• Convey emotions, concepts, and trends through your poses and expressions.
• Collaborate closely with photographers, stylists, and directors to achieve desired outcomes.

4. Styling:

• Curate on-trend and visually striking looks for photoshoots, fashion shows, or clients.
• Design costumes and outfits that enhance the overall aesthetic and narrative of projects.
• Offer personalized styling advice to individuals looking to refine their personal style.

5. Trend Forecasting:

• Stay ahead of the curve by monitoring emerging fashion trends, cultural shifts, and industry developments.
• Analyze and interpret trends to inform creative decisions and design choices.
• Collaborate with designers to ensure that their creations align with current and future trends.

As a Creative Artist with a flair for sewing, directing, modeling, styling, and trend forecasting, i would love to have the opportunity to contribute my artistic vision and skills to a wide array of exciting and innovative projects. 

Experience 

FREELANCE - Fashion Stylist

2019- current

• Stayed updated on global fashion events, runway shows, and industry developments to inform trend predictions.
• Conducted consumer surveys and market research to gain insights into consumer preferences and behaviours.
• Assisted in trend research and analysis, contributing to trend forecasts and reports.
• Collaborated with photographers, art directors, and makeup artists to develop and execute creative concepts for fashion shoots.
• Researched and identified appropriate clothing, accessories, and props for each shoot, ensuring they align with the brand's vision and target audience.
• Styled models for editorial and commercial shoots, including selecting garments, coordinating looks, and providing on-set direction to ensure the desired aesthetic is achieved.
• Assisted with fittings and alterations, ensuring garments fit the models properly and met the photographer's requirements.
• Developed and maintained relationships with fashion designers, showrooms, and retailers to secure wardrobe options for shoots.
• Conducted trend research and analysis to stay up-to-date with the latest fashion trends and industry developments.
• Assisted with visual merchandising tasks, including organizing displays, dressing mannequins, and creating compelling product presentations.
• Contributed to pre-production and post-production tasks, such as organizing and returning wardrobe items, maintaining inventory, and archiving completed projects.

SURMESUR- Style consultant/ visual merchandiser                                                                    Toronto, ON

June 2021 to September 2023

• Consultations
• Advise customers on style, trend, fabric, and fit.
• Follow up daily with production on customer orders.
• Fitting of customers.
• Establish a call-back process with each customer to assess their needs.
• Develop professional and lasting relationships with customers.
• Created visual impact with mannequins and floor display presentation
• Executed company visual presentation and marketing directions and guidelines 

Administration

• Participate in the completion of daily tasks.
• Update work tools on a daily basis.
• Keep up to date with new standards and procedures.
• Maintain a professional work environment.

ALLSAINTS- stylist Toronto, ON

August 2019 to June 2021

• Built lasting, comfortable relationships with customers.
• Consistently improved the look of the layout of merchandise.
• Collaborated with other stylists to discuss exciting new trends that Could be utilized in development of showroom displays.
• Led entire client shopping experience, putting together ensembles and providing styling tips that were personalized
• Ask context gathering questions to ensure I know the individual style of the client so best assist them

TORONTO FILM SCHOOL - Fashion design Diploma

September 2017- May 2019

• Created original design and produced a 5-piece collection for Fall season.
• Applied illustration skills to design and develop ideas.
• Gained knowledge for trend forecasting