Debbie Jane Avelino
Woodside,NY
Summary
Dedicated interior designer with over eight years of project management experience across New York, Singapore, and the Philippines. Led design initiatives from bidding to completion, collaborating effectively with clients, engineers, and contractors. Additional expertise in sales, marketing, logistics, and human resources gained through involvement in a family business.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Designer | Project Manager
ALine Studio
New York, NY
10.2025 - Current
- Coordinated with design team, clients, and contractors to achieve precise execution of designs.
- Ensured adherence to construction schedules and accuracy in progress billings for timely project delivery.
- Conducted job site visits and meetings with client, property management and contractor documenting detailed minutes making sure pending action items are addressed.
- Managed change order coordination, review, and negotiation to maintain project scope and budget.
Administrative Manager
Mandaue Libertad Flexible Packaging Inc.
Cebu, Philippines
12.2013 - 03.2025
- Coordinated daily administrative operations to enhance support for production teams.
- Managed office supplies and inventory, ensuring availability for all departments.
- Facilitated communication between management and staff to streamline workflows.
- Managed sales and marketing strategies, human resources functions, logistics operations, and procurement processes to align with organizational goals.
Associate Interior Designer
SCDA (Soo Chan Design Associates)
Singapore, Singapore
08.2013 - 12.2013
- Created detailed drawings and specifications for various interior design projects.
- Assisted in selecting furniture, materials, and finishes for diverse spaces.
Associate Interior Designer
Lauren and Chase Design Group
New York, NY
01.2012 - 06.2013
- Collaborated with clients/board members and property managers to develop a design that they envisioned and give them direction.
- Assisted in selecting furniture, materials, and finishes for diverse spaces.
- Conducted site visits to ensure design implementation aligned with project goals.
- Produced detailed drawings, 3D renderings, swatch boards and project manuals for bidding
- Procurement of all finishes and coordinated with vendors to ensure deliveries are on-schedule
Design Intern
Elizabeth Eakins
New York, NY
05.2011 - 08.2011
- Collaborated with Managing Director, Showroom Manager, and co-owner on client design projects, ensuring seamless task execution and innovative solutions
- Optimized showroom inventory to improve customer experience and inventory optimizing swatch and display efficiency
Interior Designer
Freelance
Cebu, Manila, Philippines
11.2006 - 07.2010
- Designed residential and commercial projects, enhancing client satisfaction in Manila and Cebu.
- Coordinated contractors and vendors, ensuring seamless project execution from conceptualization to completion.
Education
Master of Arts - Interior Design
New York School of Interior Design
New York, NY05-2012
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
Assumption College
Manila, Philippines04-2006
Skills
- Space planning
- Construction documentation
- Design visualization
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Project scheduling
- Renovation project coordination
- Client relationship management
- Vendor negotiation
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Timeline
Interior Designer | Project Manager
ALine Studio
10.2025 - Current
Administrative Manager
Mandaue Libertad Flexible Packaging Inc.
12.2013 - 03.2025
Associate Interior Designer
SCDA (Soo Chan Design Associates)
08.2013 - 12.2013
Associate Interior Designer
Lauren and Chase Design Group
01.2012 - 06.2013
Design Intern
Elizabeth Eakins
05.2011 - 08.2011
Interior Designer
Freelance
11.2006 - 07.2010
Master of Arts - Interior Design
New York School of Interior Design
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
Assumption College