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KJ Moody

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KJ Moody

About KJ

KJ Moody is a celebrity creative manager and stylist known for his work with major artists including Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, Chloe Bailey, and Aweng Ade‑Chuol. He currently serves as Creative Manager and Stylist at Parkwood Entertainment, contributing to fashion direction and wardrobe for high profile performances, campaigns, and public appearances.

Moody studied fashion design at the Art Institute of Dallas and began his career assisting established stylists before building his own professional work.

As a mentor, KJ guides emerging talent on developing a visual voice, navigating industry expectations, and using style strategically to elevate their presence both on and off set. His insight combines creative instinct with real industry experience at the highest level of fashion and entertainment.

What a session looks like

Every mentor runs their sessions a little differently, but most conversations follow a structure like this.

First 5 min
Getting oriented
You'll discuss where you are in your styling journey, the kind of work you want to do, and the challenges you're currently facing.
Next 10 min
Portfolio & aesthetic review
Your mentor will review your styling work, mood boards, or recent shoots and give direct feedback on your taste level, visual identity, and how your work is presented.
Next 10 min
Industry strategy
You may discuss assisting established stylists, building relationships with photographers and brands, editorial vs commercial work, and how stylists actually get hired.
Last 5 min
Clarifying direction
You'll use the final part of the session to reflect on the discussion and clarify a few areas you may want to focus on next.

Ways to Work With KJ

30-minute 1:1 sessions

How many sessions? · 30 min each

Pick your first session now. Book each of the others after the one before it.

Payment processed via secure portal

Mentors cannot accept payment to advise users on obtaining grants, jobs, contracts, casting decisions, admissions, or other opportunities that the mentor personally evaluates or can materially influence.

Reviews
“The advice I received really helped me put my work into perspective ”
— Fashion Student in London
What you'll walk away with
  • Clear direction on how to define and refine your visual voice
  • Honest feedback on how your current styling or creative work reads to the industry
  • Insight into real expectations inside high-level fashion and entertainment environments
  • Strategy for positioning yourself for assisting, management, or styling opportunities
  • A focused next-step plan to elevate your presence and professionalism

TalentED FAQ

How does payment work?
Your card is authorised at checkout but not charged until the mentor confirms your session. If they decline or don't respond, the hold is released automatically and you're never billed.
When will my session be confirmed?
Mentors typically confirm within 24–48 hours. You'll receive an email the moment your booking is approved, along with the session link or location details.
What if I need to cancel or reschedule?
You can cancel or reschedule from your bookings dashboard up to 24 hours before a session. You aren't charged until your mentor accepts your first session. After that, a cancelled session goes back to your order to book again. There are no automatic refunds; for credit, reach out to support@talented.nyc.
How do sessions take place?
Sessions are either video (via Zoom) or in-person, depending on the mentor's availability settings. The format is shown when you select a time slot.
Is my information secure?
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What do I get after the session?
Every session includes a personalised summary and clear next steps sent to your email within 48 hours of the session completing.
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