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Christian Slagel

Davenport,IA

Summary

Highly motivated Interior Designer uses experience and knowledge to create unique and innovative design solutions. Offers excellent problem-solving and communication skills for providing highest level of customer service. Dedicated to staying current on latest industry trends and developments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Showroom Manager/Interior Designer

Elements Of Design
06.2017 - Current
  • Managed interior design projects from conception to completion.
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards through the use of Revit and Google Suite.
  • Developed client presentations and sales strategy to meet client's overall objectives including timeline and multiple budget considerations.
  • Managed purchasing, receiving, and installation of furniture, accessories, finishes, and other design elements to complete the overall design project and client satisfaction
  • Managed day-to-day operations of showroom and retail store.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies including digital and in-person promotional events.
  • Identified new products, suppliers, and vendors and built successful working relationship with their representatives.
  • Executed purchases, inventory controls, and costs.
  • Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.

Stock Manager

American Eagle Outfitters
05.2013 - Current
  • Maintained and organized entire inventory for large retail store according to company policy and procedure.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
  • Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.

Design Intern

Square One Studios
05.2015 - 08.2015
  • Consulted with customers to identify furniture needs.
  • Drafted documentation detailing design requirements and technical specifications.
  • Used CAD to create shop drawings to meet design specifications for functional furniture prototypes.

Education

BFA - Interior Design

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
05.2016

Skills

  • Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator
  • AutoCAD & Revit
  • Sketchup
  • Microsoft Office
  • CAD Design
  • Exhibits and Installations
  • Schematic Drawing
  • Furniture Selection
  • Creative Solutions
  • Design and Development
  • Inventory Management
  • Project Proposals

Accomplishments

  • Achieved larger scale design projects by introducing Revit for design projects and And.co for and managing invoices for clients tasks.
  • Designed large-scale luxury residential environments at budgets ranging from $10,000 to $800,000.

Timeline

Showroom Manager/Interior Designer

Elements Of Design
06.2017 - Current

Design Intern

Square One Studios
05.2015 - 08.2015

Stock Manager

American Eagle Outfitters
05.2013 - Current

BFA - Interior Design

Iowa State University
Christian Slagel