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Emma Gilliam is a fashion operations associate and a venue and events manager with a background in copy editing and live production. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with degrees in journalism and religious studies.

Urban Zen by Donna Karan

Operations Associate

April 2026 - Present

  • Process new clothing arrivals from factories daily, creating Shopify product pages, SKUs, barcodes, and printed tags, and routing inventory to the correct store

  • Manage inventory across three retail locations and the online store, coordinating transfers and conducting biannual full inventory counts

  • Compile and report monthly sales performance across three storefronts and the online store using Excel and Shopify analytics

  • Develop monthly consignment sales reports and serve as primary point of contact for consignment vendors

  • Coordinate the store-to-alterations workflow and manage online order fulfillment, including customer communication, packing, and shipping

Studio & Events Manager

January 2025 - Present

Executive Assistant to Studio Director

September 2024 - December 2024

  • Serve as on-site point of contact for events, including galas, film and photo shoots, screenings, private dinners, corporate events, and roundtable discussions, managing client walkthroughs and calendar holds from booking through on-site execution

  • Source, schedule, and coordinate vendors — including security, cleaning, and building systems maintenance — to manage building operations and resolve day-of challenges for the 6,000 sq. ft. venue

  • Oversee venue compliance and safety licensing, including Place of Assembly Certificate of Operation, Certificate of Occupancy, and FDNY fire guard requirements

  • Safeguard fine art, furniture, and delicate luxury pieces throughout the space, partnering with the interior design team to style and reset the studio for each booking

  • Manage and code monthly studio expenses, and develop marketing materials, including the studio's Squarespace website and event sales deck

  • Set up and managed the team's Google Workspace environment, including email account creation and IT support, alongside phone lines and administrative systems, maintaining confidentiality on sensitive matters

The Daily Show

Production Intern

January 2025 – May 2025

  • Supported production via audience management for 150+ attendees, ensuring clear communication and protocol adherence

  • Completed production runs, prop coordination, and administrative support

The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon

Freelance Office & Field Production Assistant

September 2024 - January 2025

  • Managed equipment logistics and supply inventory, ensuring optimal taping conditions

  • Facilitated mail, catering, and other production needs for staff under tight deadlines

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

Production Intern

January 2024 – May 2024

  • Pitched headlines for segments, with stories appearing in "Meanwhile" and "Sound of Science"

  • Executed talent needs through dressing room and gift bag assembly, rider runs, and welcoming guests

  • Facilitated in-house/outside runs for production, house band, props, talent, and wardrobe departments

  • Conducted daily breakfast and weekly lunch catering for 200+ staff and crew members

Austin Film Festival

Screenplay Intern, Script Reader, Venue & Theater Manager

August 2023 – December 2023

  • Served as on-location point of contact for panelists at multiple venues, facilitating requests

  • Managed 500+ accommodations for panelists/attendees at 10+ hotels, with varying dates and room preferences

  • Oversaw team of volunteers at panels and screenings in audience management, stage assembly, ADA compliance and scheduling

  • Assessed and provided notes for film and TV screenplays in first two rounds of judging

  • Systematized 13,000+ script entries via reader assignment, script tracking, and copy editing

  • Answered main phone line, facilitated runs, and created cover sheets for hundreds of scripts

Marla & Darla

BTS Photographer & Prop Designer

November 2023

  • Photographed behind-the-scenes content on 35mm film for indie short film marketing

  • Designed props including original featured newspapers as a plot-progressing tool

The Daily Texan

Copy Desk Chief

January 2023 – April 2023

  • Led 30 editors in upholding credibility of the U.S.’ most followed student newspaper

  • Edited and fact-checked all content including articles, newsletters and media with 12,000+ daily circulation

  • Managed department hiring, facilitated training, and provided weekly individual feedback

  • Executed department social events to ensure a cohesive and healthy workplace

  • Represented copy department in collaboration with adviser and management

Associate Copy Desk Chief

August 2022 – December 2022

  • Led 6 editors in meeting daily and hourly deadlines for copy editing and fact checking 

  • Provided weekly individual feedback and mentored copy issue staffers 

Copy Issue Staffer

January 2021 – May 2022

  • Strengthened content through editorial support, fact checking and copy editing 

  • Coordinated production at weekly meetings and attended biweekly workshops in D&I, libel and AP Style

Issue Designer

January 2021 – May 2021

  • Created cohesive design throughout newspaper using Adobe Indesign and Illustrator  

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Youth and Parenting Helpline

Crisis Responder

February 2021 - April 2023

  • Utilized creative problem-solving to adapt to each youth’s unique needs and situation

  • Established personal connection via authentic, empathetic language in calls and texts

  • Responded to hundreds of incoming crises in accordance with statewide and local laws

  • Coordinated solutions between families and police in high-stress, time-sensitive situations

  • Produced marketing content to increase outreach to teenagers and their families

Not On My Campus

Peer Educator

January 2021 - May 2022

  • Coordinated education of sexual violence and harmful language in music and film

  • Facilitated preventative safety measures information sessions to group of 270+ students

Anti-Slavery St. Andrews

Social Media Coordinator

September 2019 - June 2020

  • Organized and publicized events, including socials and film screenings

  • Posted articles weekly to the Anti-Slavery St. Andrews Facebook page

  • Promoted awareness of human trafficking throughout St. Andrews community

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