In 2023, Marki gained industry traction after creative directing a large-scale promotional campaign shoot titled Emporim. Conceptualized as a “multiverse” of designers, models, venues, and—most importantly—people, the campaign unified a diverse cross-section of the fashion community into one cohesive visual narrative.

The project’s strong creative vision and execution captured the attention of the Fashion Week Minnesota (FWMN) Board of Directors, leading to an expanded role supporting the CEO as a personal assistant and contributing as an assistant runway photographer.