Mary Kate Steinmiller
About
My diverse background in the fashion, retail and media industries, both with established companies and startups, has given me the skillset for navigating responsibilities with intelligence, professionalism, sophistication, humor and a sharp creativity. A sports fan, I am looking for opportunities to exploit my talents in a new and innovative way.
Experience
Brand Director
Sep 2017 - Sep 2019
Lead for 360 degree execution of The Webster’s special projects including ready-to-wear line LHD, The Webster Kids and The Webster Home. Responsible for branding, communications, social media, e-commerce platform and sales, marketing, creative direction, styling, shoot production and wholesale accounts for all brands.
Women's Style Editor
Nov 2015 - Sep 2016
Concept all global style features, trend stories, marketing concepts and enact chosen concepts via studio shoots and editorial features. Oversee all creative and copy for women’s brands in the global digital space. Research and write style features, partnering with merchant team and digital brand strategy to identify timely topics and trends.
Stylist
May 2015 - Nov 2015
Collaborated with Style Director for the visual presentation of the Tory Sport Fall 2015 launch collection’s e-commerce styling. Styled out looks, executed fittings and managed on-set styling direction for athletic and sport influenced ready to wear collection.
Freelance Fashion Editor, Stylist, Consultant
Oct 2014 - Present
Independent contracted freelancer for media, fashion and accessories brands. Collaborate with brands on a broad scope of responsibilities and initiatives including styling, marketing, trend forecasting, social media, copywriting, editorial, brand development and creative direction.
Senior Fashion Market Editor, Special Project Editor
May 2007 - Oct 2014
Oversaw market work of Fashion Market Assistant. Styled front and center of book magazine projects and shoots. Lead Teen Vogue special project initiatives including creative direction for bedding, apparel and accessories projects. Acted as a voice and face of the magazine for press opportunities. Style contributor to Teen Vogue Me Girl video game.
