Irina Drobysheva
Schaumburg,IL
Summary
Highly motivated interior design consultant with strong sense of style and extensive customer service and furniture sales experience. Creative and enthusiastic candidate with positive attitude eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Ready to learn new skills and to meet new challenges.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Art Instructor
Private Art Lessons
Katy , TX
2013.01 - 2022.05
- Developed lesson plans surrounding various types of art, history and culture.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Assisted students in coming up with and executing detailed final projects for exhibition.
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
- Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
Interior Design Consultant, Furniture Sales
GeD Cucine Furniture Store
St. Petersburg , Russia
2005.12 - 2009.12
- Researched furniture materials and suggested pieces to clients based on budget and want.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
- Followed up with clients after installation and delivery to gauge customer satisfaction.
- Used blueprints to best design furniture layouts for homes and apartments, presenting these layouts to clients for review and approval.
- Displayed past designs and purchases to new clients to assist with creative process.
- Updated customers on scheduled deliveries of furniture to homes.
- Facilitated requests regarding product information, installation methods and product upgrade options.
- Carefully reviewed contractor submittals of finish materials.
- Assisted clients with budget considerations and made recommendations for furniture, wall hangings and decorative items.
- Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Communicated with clients to find and design layout best suited for client needs and location.
- Cultivated relationships with vendors and distributors to negotiate best available prices.
- Maintained detailed files on past transactions and designs for budget and future reference.
- Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials and products.
- Communicated product information, installation methods and product upgrade options.
Interior Design Consultant, Furniture Sales
Design And Decor Furniture Store
Rostov-on-Don , Russia
2000.09 - 2005.11
- Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Worked with a range of design styles from classic to contemporary.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
- Was a part of a team that was responsible for designing in-store expositions including furniture and decorative accents.
- Attended furniture and interior design trade shows and fairs such as Salone del Mobile Milano and Moscow International Furniture Show in order to be up-to-date on the latest trends.
- Researched furniture materials and suggested pieces to clients based on budget and want.
- Communicated with clients to find and design layout best suited for client needs and location.
- Maintained detailed files on past transactions and designs for budget and future reference.
- Used blueprints to best design furniture layouts for homes and apartments, presenting these layouts to clients for review and approval.
- Updated customers on scheduled deliveries of furniture to homes.
- Followed up with clients after installation and delivery to gauge customer satisfaction.
- Carefully reviewed contractor submittals of finish materials.
- Facilitated requests regarding product information, installation methods and product upgrade options.
- Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Architecture
Rostov-on-Don State Institute of Architecture
Rostov-on-Don, RussiaNo Degree - Interior Design Course
New York Institute of Art And Design
New York, NYNo Degree - AutoCAD Course
New York Institute of Art And Design
New York, NYNo Degree - Customer Service And Sales Certificate
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PANo Degree - Business of Retail Certificate
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PASkills
Interior design consultations
Merchandising expertise
Guest services
Product promotions
Strong interpersonal skills
Good time management and organizational skills
Languages:
English
Russian
Japanese
Timeline
Private Art Instructor
Private Art Lessons
2013.01 - 2022.05
Interior Design Consultant, Furniture Sales
GeD Cucine Furniture Store
2005.12 - 2009.12
Interior Design Consultant, Furniture Sales
Design And Decor Furniture Store
2000.09 - 2005.11
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Architecture
Rostov-on-Don State Institute of Architecture
No Degree - Interior Design Course
New York Institute of Art And Design
No Degree - AutoCAD Course
New York Institute of Art And Design
No Degree - Customer Service And Sales Certificate
Penn Foster Career School
No Degree - Business of Retail Certificate
Penn Foster Career School
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