Elsie Shepard
Suffield,CT
Summary
Interior designer with extensive experience at A LAB STUDIO, specializing in high-end residential, multifamily developments, and hotel hospitality projects. Advanced in AutoCAD software, spatial planning, and luxury material sourcing. Delivers innovative design solutions that consistently exceed client expectations. Strong communicator with a keen eye for detail.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Design Assistant
Crain & Ventolo
05.2022 - Current
- Developed floor plans, elevations, and millwork for high-end residential projects.
- Directed site installations and deliveries alongside principal architect.
- Coordinated site photo shoots for editorial purposes.
- Presented design concepts to clients with principal, ensuring alignment on execution.
Principle/Senior Designer
A LAB STUDIO
09.2021 - Current
- Executed high-end residential and hospitality projects through ongoing contract work.
- Developed design concepts and conducted spatial planning for optimal functionality.
- Sourced materials, furniture, and specified finishes for diverse projects.
- Produced construction document sets and design proposals with detailed 3-D renderings.
Contract Junior Designer
Rockwell Group
06.2021 - Current
- Developed technical drawings, construction documents, presentations, and mood boards for various projects.
- Collaborated with senior designers on large-scale hospitality and commercial projects.
- Presented innovative design concepts to clients and coordinated with outsourcing resources.
- Assisted in managing properties exceeding 20,000 sq. ft. to optimize operational efficiency.
Contract Senior Interior Designer
MetroLoft Real Estate Development Group
New York, NY
03.2017 - 03.2025
- Assisted CEO with space planning and material layouts, ensuring functional designs.
- Coordinated site installs and surveys with Cetra Ruddy project management team and architects.
- Managed DOB appointments and maintained accurate records of floorplans for development properties.
- Oversaw AutoCAD files for properties to ensure design accuracy and compliance.
Interior Designer/Design Assistant
Wyndham Hotel & Resorts
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Reviewed PIPS, drawing sets, FF&E specifications, renderings, and paint decks for franchise approval.
- Organized resource library to enhance accessibility of design materials.
- Managed Wyndham client interior design email mailbox to facilitate effective communication.
- Provided prompt renderings in response to design requests.
Intern
Elite Executive Services Australia
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Provided specialist services to corporate and private clients, maximizing successful relocations.
- Delivered satisfactory outcomes across diverse client needs through dedicated consultancy efforts.
- Operated in Australia, India, United Kingdom, Malaysia, South Africa, Hong Kong, Papua New Guinea, and New Zealand.
- Ensured each client received tailored support for effective relocation strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
The New York School of Interior Design
New York, NY12-2017
Masters of Fine Arts -
The New York School of Interior Design
New York, NYMaster of Arts - Global Thought
Coluimbia University
New York, NYSkills
- CAD software advanced skilled
- Revit
- Adobe Cloud Suite
- Bluebeam
- SketchUP, Enscape rendering and visualization tools
- Microsoft Office applications
- Creative design software
- Traditional drawing techniques
- Accounting & Bookkeeping
- Site Surveying
Certification
The United Nations Worldview Institute, Certificate for Executive Training, 2024
Deerfield Academy Accelerated Learning Program - Stem & Global Relations 2007 - present
Social Clubs And Organizations
- United Nations Association, Member NYC Chapter 09/01/09 - present
https://unausa.org/
- G100 Club Country Chair US Higher Education 12/01/23 - present
https://www.g100.in/about-us/
Accomplishments
- New York Magazine Fellowship Competition
References
- Jack Travis - jts@jacktravis.com
JACK TRAVIS ARCHITECT
917 701 0870 m
Jts@jacktravis.com
- Ann Nicol - Executive director of United Nations Association
anicol@unanyc.org
(201) 218-1952
Timeline
Interior Designer/Design Assistant
Wyndham Hotel & Resorts
11.2023 - 02.2024
Contract Design Assistant
Crain & Ventolo
05.2022 - Current
Principle/Senior Designer
A LAB STUDIO
09.2021 - Current
Contract Junior Designer
Rockwell Group
06.2021 - Current
Contract Senior Interior Designer
MetroLoft Real Estate Development Group
03.2017 - 03.2025
Intern
Elite Executive Services Australia
06.2016 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
The New York School of Interior Design
Masters of Fine Arts -
The New York School of Interior Design
Master of Arts - Global Thought
Coluimbia University
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