Catherine Stokes
Boone,NC
Summary
Dedicated Landscape and Interior Bed/Bath Designer with a proven track record at Jasmine's Gardens, and Dewoolfson Down excelling in creative design layouts and project management. Successfully enhanced organic and high end project efficiency through research and collaboration, while fostering teamwork and client relationships. Adept at implementing innovative design solutions that harmonize with site conditions, ensuring client satisfaction and project success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Designer
Jasmine's Gardens
08.2025 - Current
- Developed landscape designs incorporating client preferences of style and color while working in harmony with site conditions.
- Assisted in installing sculptures and stone pathways for projects.
- Collaborated with the director, fellow coworkers, and clients to ensure design implementation met specifications.
- Researched biodynamics and native landscaping practices to enhance the company's organic project efficiency.
Head of Retail Sales/Assistant Interior Designer
Dewoolfson Down International
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Led strategic planning initiatives to enhance retail operations and customer experience while building close relationships with clients.
- Developed and implemented design merchandising strategies to optimize product placement and visibility.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, informing inventory management decisions.
- Trained and mentored store managers on operational best practices and team leadership skills.
Assistant Horse Trainer
Swanson Productions
02.2018 - 02.2024
- Assisted in training horses, promoting obedience and responsiveness through consistent handling techniques.
- Managed, handled, dressed and groom horses, while enforcing safety on set with the production team through clear direction and a calm demeanor.
- Developed custom lessons for actors and models to achieve a seamless shoot.
- Coordinated training sessions, adapting methods based on individual horse's role in the assigned production.
Gallery Monitor
Nicole Pollina
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Supervised gallery visitors, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and enhancing visitor experience.
- Monitored artwork condition, promptly reporting any damages or maintenance needs to preserve integrity.
- Assisted in organizing exhibitions, coordinating logistics for art placements and installations.
- Provided educational insights about exhibits to enhance visitor engagement and understanding of artworks.
Barn Manager
Ives Farm
06.2014 - 05.2018
- Oversaw daily barn operations, ensuring optimal care for horses and maintenance of facilities.
- Managed feeding schedules, monitored animal health, and coordinated veterinary care as needed.
- Developed training programs for staff on safe handling practices and equipment usage.
- Implemented inventory management systems to track feed supplies and equipment usage.
Gallery Intern
Usdan Gallery
09.2012 - 06.2014
- Assisted in installing gallery exhibitions, ensuring seamless setup and aesthetic arrangement.
- Built relationships with artists to coordinate artwork delivery and installation logistics.
- Facilitated communication between artists and gallery staff, fostering positive relationships.
- Engaged in hands-on training with gallery's curatorial team to advance curatorial skills in real-world setting.
- Catalogued artwork inventory accurately, contributing to streamlined gallery operations.
- Collaborated administrative tasks such as filing documents and organizing mailings, improving overall efficiency within the gallery office.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Bennington College
Bennington, VT05-2014
Skills
- Concept development
- Project management
- Social Media Photography
- Exhibits and installations
- Design implementation
- Creative design layouts
- Environmental design
- Multi-tasking
- Creative thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Punctual and dependable
- Multitasking and organizing
Timeline
Landscape Designer
Jasmine's Gardens
08.2025 - Current
Head of Retail Sales/Assistant Interior Designer
Dewoolfson Down International
03.2024 - 07.2025
Gallery Monitor
Nicole Pollina
05.2018 - 07.2018
Assistant Horse Trainer
Swanson Productions
02.2018 - 02.2024
Barn Manager
Ives Farm
06.2014 - 05.2018
Gallery Intern
Usdan Gallery
09.2012 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Bennington College