Djima TOGBE
Interior decorator
North Hollywood,CA
Summary
Creative Interior Decorator adept at managing budgets and creating dynamic spaces aligned with client expectations and needs. Artistic and communicative with proven history of locating unique furniture, artwork and decorative elements to bring client spaces to life.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interior Decorator
Self-employeed
06.2023 - Current
- Advised clients on styles, layouts, budgets, and overall designs.
- Optimized small spaces using innovative storage solutions and clever furniture arrangements for increased functionality.
- Streamlined project execution by maintaining clear communication between clients, suppliers, and team members.
- Transformed outdated interiors into stylish, modern spaces that met clients'' aesthetic preferences and functional needs.
- Presented available color palettes and helped select colors that reflected client personality and goals.
- Met with clients to discuss project scope and desires for spaces.
- Purchased accessories to coordinate with furniture purchases and enhance rooms.
- Completed minor room adjustments to freshen up environments.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering personalized and creative interior design solutions.
Realtor Associate
Strand Hill Properties
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Expanded clientele base through referrals, social media presence, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Developed comparative market analyses for accurate property pricing strategies that maximized seller profits while minimizing time on market.
- Built long-lasting relationships with clients through excellent customer service and genuine passion for helping others.
- Increased property sales by developing strategic marketing plans and conducting open houses.
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers.
Retail Customer Sales Associate
Zara USA
10.2016 - 01.2022
- Developed deep understanding of company’s products and services to effectively communicate features, benefits, and value propositions to customers.
- Conducted regular stock checks for better inventory management, reducing instances of out-of-stock items affecting potential sales opportunities.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and improve overall store performance.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Participated in visual merchandising efforts to create attractive displays and stimulate buyer interest.
- Managed more than 50 clients per day.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Insurance And Law
UCAO-UCC
Republic Of BeninSome College (No Degree) - General Law
Abomey-Calavi
Republic Of BeninAssociate of Arts - Art Humanity
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA06.2023
Skills
- Organization abilities
- Furniture selection
- Custom Furniture Design
- Client Communication
- Market Research
- Residential Renovation
Accomplishments
- Designed and documented the interiors for Darlene A. in 2023.
- Designed and documented the interiors for Orphelia A. in 2024.
Certification
- Real Estate, Department of Real Estate in the State of CA - 2021
- Licensed Newborn Care Specialist , New York State Licensed Agency
- Interior Decorator Training - 2023
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Interior Decorator
Self-employeed
06.2023 - Current
Realtor Associate
Strand Hill Properties
02.2022 - 12.2023
Retail Customer Sales Associate
Zara USA
10.2016 - 01.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Insurance And Law
UCAO-UCC
Some College (No Degree) - General Law
Abomey-Calavi
Associate of Arts - Art Humanity
Los Angeles City College