Caitlyn Valent
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Recent Interior Design graduate with hands-on experience in showroom staging, hospitality service, and client-focused environments supporting fast-paced design settings to create welcoming, functional spaces. Expertise in: SketchUp and Enscape, Space planning, Design presentation, Visual storytelling
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Desk Receptionist
Behold Home
High Point, NC
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Served as first point of contact for buyers; coordinated appointment flow, connected guests with appropriate reps
- Maintained showroom presentation standards — displays, samples, and hospitality areas to ensure visual appeal
- Provided support to reps to improve buyer experience and overall showroom efficiency
Assistant Showroom Designer
Hughes Furniture Industries
High Point, NC
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Staged furniture, props, and showroom vignettes, refined placement, balance, and visual flow
- Selected plants, florals, and decor elements to enhance presentation and overall guest experience
- Project managed logistics; signage, equipment, and styling needs
- Shadowed and supported lead designer, learning design decision-making, showroom strategy, and client-focused presentation
Front Desk Receptionist
Furniture Market
High Point, NC
04.2019 - 04.2019
- Front desk operations to keep traffic flowing smoothly during market hours
- Greeted and welcomed buyers and visitors, ensuring a professional first impression
- Checked in guests and directed them to the appropriate representatives or showroom areas
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Interior Design
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC05.2026
Skills
- Proficient in SketchUp and Enscape
- Space planning
- Design presentation
- Sustainable design
- Strong attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Front Desk Receptionist
Behold Home
04.2023 - 04.2024
Assistant Showroom Designer
Hughes Furniture Industries
03.2023 - 04.2024
Front Desk Receptionist
Furniture Market
04.2019 - 04.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Interior Design
Forsyth Technical Community College