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Stacey Peng

Stacey Peng

Vermont,VIC

Summary

My strengths lie in my ability to be flexible and adapt my work to the needs of the team. Through my work experience in two different countries, I have participated in most of the processes in the industry. I have strong adaptability, and I am very willing to learn new things. Creative art teacher with several years of experience instructing students on basics of drawing, painting and sculpture. Articulate communicator skilled at conveying ideas to students with various learning styles. Supporting students in understanding artistic concepts and building creative abilities. Creative professional with background in Art, Drama, and Music teaching at the postsecondary level. Hold experience in nurturing student creativity, critical thinking, and performance skills through innovative curriculum development and effective teaching strategies. Possess strengths in fostering inclusive classroom environments that encourage diverse perspectives and collaboration. Influenced positive changes in students' artistic expression and academic achievements by implementing multidisciplinary approaches to learning.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Teacher

Am art
Melbourne , Vic
02.2024 - Current

Self-employed · Jun 2021 – Present

Platforms: Xiaohongshu (14K followers), TikTok, Instagram

Location: Melbourne, Australia

  • Built and grew a personal fashion and lifestyle brand, attracting over 14K followers on Xiaohongshu, while expanding presence on TikTok and Instagram.
  • Independently managed the full creative process — from concept development, product selection, set design, lighting, styling, shooting to post-production — to ensure consistently high-quality, visually refined content.
  • Specialized in fashion photography and videography with strong attention to composition, lighting, texture, and storytelling; proficient in tools such as Lightroom, CapCut, and Premiere Pro.
  • Known for a polished and elevated aesthetic, with a deep focus on detail and brand alignment; consistently delivered content with a sense of quality and sophistication.
  • Collaborated with both Australian and Chinese fashion brands; negotiated paid partnerships, pitched content ideas, and managed all stages of campaign execution.
  • Actively met with brand partners to discuss collaboration strategies, align on creative direction, and maintain strong working relationships.
  • Produced trend-led outfit diaries, lookbooks, and lifestyle videos that resonated with target audiences and enhanced platform engagement.
  • Adapted content strategies based on performance analytics, fashion trend insights, and evolving audience interests.

Design Assistant

VOW Studio
Melbourne
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Assisted designers in technical drawing in Adobe Illustrator.
  • Created lookbook, shooting styling videos, and operated social media.
  • Attended design shows and reviewed magazines to better understand consumer trends.
  • Identified markets for designs based on age, gender and lifestyles.
  • Created new designs and iterations during marketing strategy sessions.
  • Followed corporate brand guidelines to enable brand consistency across campaigns and marketing programs.
  • Adapted other designers' concepts for commercial market.

Designer

FORELE
Wuhan, Hubei
07.2020 - 03.2021
  • Worked on two brands at the same time, as a design assistant for the main brand and as a designer for the sub-brand.
  • Involved in the whole process of each garment from concept to ready-to-wear.
  • Worked closely with pattern maker about the pattern maker and the sewer, try on samples, and research shooting styles.
  • Bought props, participated in every fashion shoot, and contacted jewelry brands to establish cooperation for fashion shoot.
  • Sourced suppliers of fabrics and accessories, and placed orders with them.
  • Responsible for making cost sheets and writing garments descriptions for each collection.
  • Tracked the progress of each garment in the factory.
  • Participated in the 2020 Wuhan Fashion Week and closed the curtain as a designer.
  • Participated in the designer brand exhibition of Showroom in Shanghai.
  • Communicated face to face with buyers to expand the company's business.
  • Planned special events such as art shows to showcase student work.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach art concepts such as perspective, color theory, drawing, painting and sculpting.
  • Provided individual instruction and feedback on student's work.
  • Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development related to Art classes.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to Art education best practices.
  • Instructed students on proper safety procedures when using various tools or materials.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance in class.
  • Demonstrated techniques in a variety of mediums including charcoal, pastels, acrylics, watercolors and oils.
  • Encouraged students to think critically about artwork and discuss its meaning or purpose.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing student progress throughout the year.
  • Organized field trips to local galleries and museums to provide students with real-life examples of artwork.
  • Supervised after-school activities related to Art club meetings or competitions.
  • Integrated technology into the classroom environment for instructional purposes.
  • Conducted one-on-one tutorials with struggling students who required additional assistance.
  • Participated in faculty meetings related to educational policy changes or initiatives.
  • Created engaging activities for students to explore their creativity through art projects.

Education

Associate Degree of Fashion Design And Technology - Fashion Design

RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC
11-2022

Skills

  • Art instruction
  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Visual arts techniques
  • Creative project development
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Creative content production: I independently handle the full content creation process — from concept, styling, set design, shooting, lighting, and editing I take pride in creating visually compelling and high-quality content
  • Strong aesthetic vision I have a deep passion for fashion photography and storytelling, and I’m known for my attention to detail, refined style, and focus on premium, elegant visuals
  • Brand collaboration experience: I’ve worked with both Australian and Chinese fashion brands on sponsored campaigns, and I regularly pitch creative ideas, negotiate terms, and manage all aspects of collaboration
  • Social media growth and engagement: I’ve built an engaged following of over 14K on Xiaohongshu and am actively growing my presence on TikTok and Instagram I understand how to connect with audiences and adapt content across platforms
  • Photography and editing skills I’m skilled in photography and videography, with hands-on experience using editing tools like Lightroom, CapCut, and Premiere Pro to bring my creative vision to life
  • Cross-cultural communication working with brands from both China and Australia has helped me develop strong cross-cultural communication skills and an understanding of diverse fashion markets

Application

Design Assistant or internship, VICETA WANG, 01/15/23

Cover Letter

My name is Stacey, and I am writing to apply for the Design Assistant or internship at VICETA WANG. The fashionable and contemporary style of VICETA WANG impressed me. Through my work experience in different countries, I have accumulated a lot of industry resources and work experiences., FORELE, Design Assistant and Designer, Worked on two brands at the same time., Involved in the whole process of each garment from concept to ready-to-wear., Collaborated closely with pattern maker and sewer., Conducted research on shooting styles, bought props, and participated in every fashion shoot., Contacted jewelry brands to establish cooperation for fashion shoots., Sourced suppliers of fabrics and accessories, and placed orders., Responsible for making cost sheets and writing garment descriptions for each collection., Tracked the progress of each garment in the factory., 2020 Wuhan Fashion Week, Designer, Closed the curtain as a designer., Designer brand exhibition of Showroom in Shanghai, Participant, Communicated face to face with buyers to expand the company's business., VOW Studio, Assistant, Assisted designers in technical drawing in Adobe Illustrator., Created lookbooks., Shooting styling videos., Operated social media., Strong adaptability, Willingness to learn new things, I've attached my resume, which further details my skills and education. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, and I look forward to the opportunity to speak with you further. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Languages

English
Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Art Teacher

Am art
02.2024 - Current

Design Assistant

VOW Studio
08.2022 - 11.2022

Designer

FORELE
07.2020 - 03.2021

Associate Degree of Fashion Design And Technology - Fashion Design

RMIT University
Stacey Peng