Jessica Klaus
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Talented Design Professional and Retail Specialist offering multi-faceted talents ranging from design of floor plans, shop displays, and retail sales
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Design Specialist
Klaus & Co
Spencer, NC
03.2020 - Current
- Develop client relationships by providing design solutions that meet needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Develop space planning concepts, color palette selections, kitchen and bath design.
Owner/Creative Designer
Antiques With A Twist
Charlotte, NC
03.2014 - 08.2016
- Transformed antique furniture into beautiful updated furniture using paint, hardware, and tile.
- Utilized interior design skills to display and market merchandise.
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Mills Engineering
Gastonia, NC
04.1993 - 02.2014
- Calculated and organized data of cotton dust testing in textile plants into Engineering reports to determine compliance with OSHA Regulations.
- Office Management
Retail Shop Manager
Tally Ho Ladies Clothier
Gastonia, NC
08.1991 - 04.1993
- Managed inventory, displays, store opening and closing.
- Offered high level of hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of style preferences.
Interior Design Specialist
The Gray House
Gastonia, NC
03.1989 - 08.1991
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
- Designed floor plans and material boards for review and presentation.
Interior Designer
Colony Furniture
Charlotte, NC
03.1988 - 03.1989
- Highly developed client relationships providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design.
- Managed furniture selection to focus on in stock items first
Buyer/Junior Interior Designer
Ivey‘s Department Store, Southpark Mall
Charlotte, NC
08.1986 - 03.1988
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels based on management direction and customer demand.
- Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts/Art History
Hollins University
Roanoke, VANo Degree - Architecture/Interior Design
Syracuse University
Florence, ItalySkills
- Retail Effectiveness
- Concept Visualization
- Strong Analytical Abilities
- Retail Floor Display
- Artwork Selection
- Presentation Design
Timeline
Interior Design Specialist
Klaus & Co
03.2020 - Current
Owner/Creative Designer
Antiques With A Twist
03.2014 - 08.2016
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Mills Engineering
04.1993 - 02.2014
Retail Shop Manager
Tally Ho Ladies Clothier
08.1991 - 04.1993
Interior Design Specialist
The Gray House
03.1989 - 08.1991
Interior Designer
Colony Furniture
03.1988 - 03.1989
Buyer/Junior Interior Designer
Ivey‘s Department Store, Southpark Mall
08.1986 - 03.1988
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts/Art History
Hollins University
No Degree - Architecture/Interior Design
Syracuse University