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Alana Wrightson

San Diego,CA

Summary

Interior Designer offering over 4 year history of designing innovative, functional spaces focused on sustainability and creative aesthetic design. Experienced design leader, skilled in writing proposals, delivering client presentations and building key relationships to grow client base. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Interior Designer

Brooks Design
San Diego, CA
07.2021 - Current
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
  • Developed SoftPlan drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions and site visits.
  • Created professional presentations using SoftPlan to creatively communicate design intent and direction.
  • Adhered to established codes and regulations for project compliance purposes.
  • Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
  • Developed take offs for Cost Breakdowns.
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views and material boards for review and presentation.
  • Programmed space requirements from schematic design to construction document phase and installation.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.

3D Modeler and Interior Designer

Amw Studio
San Diego , United States
06.2020 - Current
  • Consulted with clients to determine aesthetic preferences and expectations to meet overall design goals.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
  • Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
  • Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials and products.
  • Created floor plans and elevations in CAD.
  • Created professional 3D visual presentations using SketchUp and Podium to creatively communicate design intent and direction, exceeding client expectations.
  • Successfully carried out projects to end and contractors use drawings as reference and meet designer and client expectations.



Flooring Sales Associate

Metro Flooring
San Diego , United States
10.2020 - 08.2021
  • Demonstrated features of different floor options and overcame objections with knowledgeable responses.
  • Assisted customers with selecting appropriate floor types, including tile, hardwood, luxury vinyl tile, and carpet.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
  • Discussed pricing, additional charges and payment plans during sales process.
  • Measured and drafted floor plans to calculate area to be floored and amount of materials needed.
  • Provide take-offs for estimates and proposals.
  • Followed up with customers to assess satisfaction, answer questions
    and resolve concerns.
  • Drove team revenue totals by bringing in average of $80,000-$100,000
    in sales every month.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.

Junior Interior Designer

Michelle Boudreau Designs
Palm Springs, CA
07.2020 - 10.2020
  • Assisted interior designer in designing and creating comfortable and functional environments to represent clients' lifestyle, taste and budget.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations
  • Review details of technical AutoCAD drawings or specifications of
    floor plans and elevations.
  • Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet
    overall design goals.
  • Visited 4 job sites per month to take notes and record space
    measurements to create floor plans.
  • Contact suppliers for furnishings and plumbing fixtures.

Education

Fine Arts

Moorpark College
Moorpark, CA

Interior Architecture And Design

UCLA Extension
Los Angeles
05.2020

Skills

  • Material Cost Estimates
  • Material Requirements Determination
  • Preparing Construction Drawings
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, SoftPlan, SketchUp, and Podium
  • Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
  • Sketching
  • Schematic Design
  • Space Planning
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Sales expertise







Accomplishments

  • Published an article with Pollen Magazine in 2021 for Simple Practice on how to create a welcoming space with modern office design.
  • Collaborated with team of four in the development of the Crestview Place project in Beverly Hills.
  • Carried out projects to the end of construction individually as well as with a team of designers.
  • Built an entire material library by sourcing vendors throughout San Diego County.

References

Marc Simons - Past Client for Gleneagles Project

msimons1@gmail.com


Caitlin Estridge - Collaborator for Crestview Project

+1 (317) 695-9225

caitlin.estridge@gmail.com


Mike Swidler - Vice President at Metro Flooring

(858) 752-2256

mike@metroflooring.com

Timeline

Junior Interior Designer

Brooks Design
07.2021 - Current

Flooring Sales Associate

Metro Flooring
10.2020 - 08.2021

Junior Interior Designer

Michelle Boudreau Designs
07.2020 - 10.2020

3D Modeler and Interior Designer

Amw Studio
06.2020 - Current

Fine Arts

Moorpark College

Interior Architecture And Design

UCLA Extension
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