Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Volunteer Experience
Extracurricular Activities
References
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Deanna Downing

South Hempstead,NY

Summary

Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Designer

Floor and Décor
05.2024
  • Worked with client via email, phone and in-person to collect information to complete designs.
  • Researched products and materials such as tile, stone, wood, laminates and hardware to create aesthetically pleasing designs.
  • Assisted clients in selecting colors, finishes and other aesthetic details of their kitchens or bathrooms.
  • Consulted with clients on the best use of space based on their lifestyle needs.
  • Used 3D software to allow customers to clearly visualize completed projects, creating "wow effect."
  • Coordinated with contractors, architects and engineers to drive job success.

Cashier

Floor and Décor
07.2022 - 05.2024
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.

Interior Design Intern

AE Design Group
  • Prepared presentations for clients outlining design concepts, materials, and estimated costs.
  • Researched furniture, fabrics, lighting fixtures, flooring options, and other materials to be used in the interior design project.
  • Compiled samples of materials including paint chips, fabric swatches, carpet tiles, wall coverings for clients' review.
  • Organized material boards displaying various products to present to clients at meetings.
  • Selected furniture, light fixtures and accessories to create unique and inviting rooms to meet customer vision.

Groomer

PetSmart Pet Spa
  • Bathed and groomed dogs of various breeds and sizes according to customer instructions.
  • Booked grooming appointments and made follow-up phone calls to remind customers of upcoming appointments.

Secretary

Coalition of Hispanic Services
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for important documents.
  • Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
  • Prepared documents such as memos, letters, reports, spreadsheets and presentations using Microsoft Office applications.
  • Proofread documents before submission; corrected any errors found in grammar or punctuation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design

New York Institute of Technology (NYIT)
05-2026

Associate of Science - Interior Design

Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY
05-2022

Uniondale High School

Skills

  • Professional customer service
  • Adept at Microsoft Office Software
  • Experienced with Adobe Creative Cloud Software
  • Strong communication skills
  • Expert at organizing files, paperwork, and space
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Sketchup, Rhino and Lumion
  • Designing Kitchen, Bathroom, etc
  • Professionally trained to groom cats and dogs

Accomplishments

  • Induction into the Math Honor Society – April 2014
  • Attended Columbia University’s summer program for high school students – Introduction to Conflict Resolution and Mediation – Summer 2013
  • Induction into the National Honor Society – April 2013
  • Employee of the Month (PetSmart) - June 2017

Volunteer Experience

  • Provided tutoring, Algebra and Trigonometry, 2013 – 2014
  • Weigel Health Promotions, August 2016
  • Petco Kat Connection Adoption, June 2016-2019
  • CANstruction from the Interior Design Club, Fall 2021
  • Bake Sale for the Interior Design Club, Spring 2022

Extracurricular Activities

  • Fundraising for the National Honor Society activities, 2013 - 2014
  • Math Honor Society, 2014-2015
  • Buffalo State College Student Philanthropy Council, 2015-2016
  • Interior Design Club, February 2020-May 2021

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Designer

Floor and Décor
05.2024

Cashier

Floor and Décor
07.2022 - 05.2024

Interior Design Intern

AE Design Group

Groomer

PetSmart Pet Spa

Secretary

Coalition of Hispanic Services

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design

New York Institute of Technology (NYIT)

Associate of Science - Interior Design

Nassau Community College

Uniondale High School

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