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Jim Ayers

Hendersonville,NC

Summary

Experienced Designer, and Project Manager bringing over two decades of experience applying technical and creative abilities to diverse customer projects. Highly effective at collaborating with artistic, project, production and administrative leadership to complete tasks according to budget and schedule goals.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Designer Project Manager

Lifestyles By Design
Asheville, NC
09.2021 - Current
  • Spearheaded design process to align with client specifications and budget.
  • Created materials and designs in 2020 Design for use in client presentations and communications.
  • Managed and expedited complex projects worth $1.5 million in revenue.
  • Researched design trends, technology and processes and directed work of project team .
  • Lead project team meetings and issued action items.

Designer

The Legacy Cabinet Company
Charleston, SC
09.2020 - 09.2021
  • Designed detailed kitchen layouts based on client needs, budgets and available supplies.
  • Created comprehensive product lists based on finalized designs and budgets.
  • Maintained relationships with installers and suppliers.
  • Planned and presented project quotes for custom designs.
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views and material boards for review and presentation.

Designer

KB Kitchen & Bath Concepts
N. Charleston, SC
10.2019 - 10.2020
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Originated and developed creative design concepts using 2020 Design, and established design principals to exceed client expectations.
  • Created professional presentations using 2020 Design and Adobe Creative Cloud to creatively communicate design intent and direction.

Kitchen Designer and Project Manager

Charleston Cabinetry And Counter Tops
Charleston, SC
01.2019 - Current
  • Planned and presented project quotes for custom designs.
  • Maintained relationships with installers and suppliers.
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views and material boards for review and presentation.
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Created comprehensive product lists based on finalized designs and budgets.
  • Created full-scope cost estimates for bid builds and designed build projects.
  • Closely collaborated with project members to identify and quickly address problems.
  • Held pre-determined schedules and worked with subcontractors to cut costs and complete projects on time and under-budget. 

Kitchen Designer and Service Manager

Lowes Companies Inc
Charlotte, NC
02.2017 - 01.2019
  • Plan and present project quotes for custom designs.
  • Create comprehensive product lists based on finalized designs and budgets.
  • Maintain relationships with installers and suppliers.
  • Select flooring, counters, cabinets and appliances based on client needs and budgets.
  • Design detailed kitchen layouts based on client needs, budgets and available supplies.
  • Performed initial client assessment and analysis to begin research process.
  • Responded to customer requests via telephone and email and effectively answered questions and inquiries.

Freelance Graphic Designer

Ayers Image Works
Mt. Pleasant, SC
01.2010 - Current
  • Develop print materials such as brochures, banners and signs.
  • Put together videos for social media, advertising and informational purposes.
  • Contribute design ideas in early planning stages with customers and project managers.
  • Build corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements such as logos and letterheads.
  • Design website layouts, templates and unique branded looks.
  • Develop marketing and sales strategies to maximize business success.

Designer

RomaCon Specialists Inc.
Ridgeland, MS
08.2007 - 07.2010
  • Engaged with clients to determine their needs and requirements.
  • Advised clients on issues and options that would affect completion dates and suggested ways to keep the project in budget.
  • Created graphic renderings and models.
  • Developed design deliverables that elevated, differentiated and functioned on-concept.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Belhaven University
Jackson, MS

Skills

  • Mastery of 2020 design software
  • Sales
  • Customer service
  • Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite
  • Photography experience
  • Website graphics
  • Branding strategies
  • Advertising understanding

Timeline

Designer Project Manager

Lifestyles By Design
09.2021 - Current

Designer

The Legacy Cabinet Company
09.2020 - 09.2021

Designer

KB Kitchen & Bath Concepts
10.2019 - 10.2020

Kitchen Designer and Project Manager

Charleston Cabinetry And Counter Tops
01.2019 - Current

Kitchen Designer and Service Manager

Lowes Companies Inc
02.2017 - 01.2019

Freelance Graphic Designer

Ayers Image Works
01.2010 - Current

Designer

RomaCon Specialists Inc.
08.2007 - 07.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Belhaven University

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