Amy Sims
Chalmette,LA
Summary
Innovative Interior Designer with expertise in providing creative and personalized interior spaces according to specifications, budget and functionality. Proven leader in preparing sleek proposals, delivering presentations and fostering interpersonal relationships with clients to build a strong and reputable practice. Proven leader in driving creative projects by working closely with teammates in a results-driven industry. Expert Commercial and Residential interior design projects with flexibility in designing for diverse clients.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interior Designer
Staged to Sell Nola
New Orleans, LA
04.2020 - Current
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement.
- Monitored performance of personnel against goals set forth by the company.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Supervised company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
- Hired and trained new department managers to increase team oversight and productivity.
- Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
- Mentored and trained new hires on sales techniques and customer service procedures.
- Coordinated with technical and IT teams to develop company website and create online advertisements.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
- Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
- Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Team Lead Interior Designer
Local Flair
Chalmette, LA
05.2010 - 04.2020
- Visited home sites when necessary to assess and fulfill customer needs.
- Developed interior design concepts and prepared interior systems and finishes.
- Photographed completed interior design and staging projects to promote services and grow business.
- Conducted regular meetings with all project personnel to review progress and address any issues that arose.
- Estimated material requirements and costs to present design to client for approval.
- Monitored job sites during construction phases to ensure quality control standards were being met.
- Coordinated movers and assistant stylists to complete project installations and styling.
- Used 3D software to allow customers to clearly visualize completed projects, creating "wow effect."
- Organized purchasing orders for necessary items needed at job sites while controlling inventory levels.
- Implemented sustainability initiatives into all aspects of the design process when possible.
- Researched and explored use of materials, technologies and products to incorporate into designs.
- Coordinated with contractors, architects and engineers to drive job success.
- Provided information about available color palettes and helped select colors that reflected client personality and goals.
- Researched current trends in interior design to identify new ways of creating innovative solutions.
- Collaborated with vendors to source furniture, fixtures, lighting products, fabrics, wall coverings and window treatments.
- Selected furniture, light fixtures and accessories to create unique and inviting rooms to meet customer vision.
- Produced content for material boards and specification binders for presentation and construction.
- Planned and designed interior environments for vehicles and other enclosed spaces.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, and 3D perspective views and material boards for both in-house review and presentation to client.
- Coordinated with external stakeholders to ensure project objectives were met on time and within budget.
- Directed photo shoots of finished projects for use in promotional materials or publications.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
Interior Design Assistant
Heritage House Interiors
Picayune, MS
05.2006 - 04.2010
- Researched concepts and followed industry trends to provide knowledgeable insight to clients.
- Provided support during installation process by coordinating deliveries and ensuring quality standards were met.
- Created 3D renderings of proposed designs using AutoCAD software.
- Generated detailed drawings to scale for furniture layouts, electrical plans, elevations, and construction details.
- Researched furniture, fabrics, lighting fixtures, flooring options, and other materials to be used in the interior design project.
- Ordered fabric and finish samples to view options in person.
- Monitored budget allowance throughout design and implementation.
- Advised clients on interior decorating styles based on their individual needs.
- Coordinated with contractors, architects and engineers to drive job success.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS05-2005
Skills
- Product Specifications
- Color and Material Application
- Interior Architectural Detailing
- Adobe InDesign
- Revit Specialist
- Cost Estimation
- CAD Drafting
- Design Presentation
- Vendor Sourcing
- Budget Management
- Specification Writing
- Marketing Support
- Sales Expertise
- Space Planning
- Project Management
- Interior Design
- Graphic Presentations
- Image Manipulation
- Graphic Design
- Material Selection
Certification
- LA Licensed Real Estate Agent
Timeline
Interior Designer
Staged to Sell Nola
04.2020 - Current
Team Lead Interior Designer
Local Flair
05.2010 - 04.2020
Interior Design Assistant
Heritage House Interiors
05.2006 - 04.2010
Associate of Arts -
Pearl River Community College
- LA Licensed Real Estate Agent
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