Christina Melagrano has a diverse work experience in the field of photo production and management. Christina currently works as a Studio Sample Manager at MillerKnoll. Prior to this, they served as a Senior Photo Producer at Bergdorf Goodman, where they were responsible for managing creative budgets, negotiating contracts, securing studio and location options, and managing shoot schedules.
Before that, Christina worked at Saks Fifth Avenue as a Photo Shoot Producer, a Senior Merchandise Styling Coordinator, and a Merchandise Styling Coordinator. In these roles, they liaised between various departments, negotiated rates, researched and secured studio and location options, and facilitated photo shoot productions.
Christina also gained experience at Schawk! as a Jr. Photo Producer, where they coordinated merchandise needs, managed budgets, and ensured brand integrity. Additionally, Christina worked for a brief period as an Assistant to the Studio Manager at SoHo Studios, where they handled billing, inventory, and client-related forms.
Earlier in their career, Christina interned at Penguin Group USA as a Publicity Intern and at Meredith as a Photo Editor Intern for Family Circle Magazine. In these roles, they assisted with pitching books to the media, organized photo shoots, conducted stock photography research, and contributed to fashion styling.
Overall, Christina Melagrano's work experience showcases their expertise in photo production, budget management, negotiation, location scouting, and coordination across multiple departments.
Christina Melagrano has pursued their education in the field of advertising and marketing communications at the Fashion Institute of Technology. Christina holds a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences (BAS) degree from the institute. Additionally, Christina has also studied fashion merchandising at the Marymount College of Fordham University. However, specific details such as the duration of their studies and completion of a degree in fashion merchandising are not provided.
May, 2022 - present