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Education
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Jordan Sandusky

Summary

Professional interior designer with a history of success in curating innovative, functional spaces focused on sustainability and stylistic creativity. Involved in all stages of project development, consisting of full design scope manuals, coordinating with vendors and managing construction teams to complete projects aligned with client specifications and budget requirements.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Interior Designer

8TH & OLIVE STUDIOS
Remote, United States
01.2014 - Current

Full Time 40 Hrs/Week

  • Design services specializing in multifamily, hospitality, commercial, and luxury residential properties
  • Produce 3D computer generated renderings of interior and exterior architectural spaces for new construction and remodeling projects
  • Provide clients with space planning documents, various furniture selections, and finishing materials
  • Prepared construction documents and details to implement design concepts
  • Place and track orders for construction materials, finishing materials, plumbing materials, light fixtures, and furniture
  • Coordinate and schedule time on-site with other field professionals such as the construction contractor, electrician, plumber, and delivery agents to ensure complete job installation success

Interior Designer

Redwood Construction Inc
Irvine, CA
10.2018 - 07.2021

Full Time 40-50 Hrs/Week

Supervisor: Erin Sprentall (585)-721-2749

  • Project management for multiple multi-living housing facilities such as luxury apartment complexes, mid-level apartment complexes, senior living housing, student housing, and boutique hotels
  • Responsible for complete design packages for each property, including design for all clubhouses, fitness centers, pool areas, common spaces, management offices, model units, and exterior mockups for all property buildings
  • Design packages include marketing boards, 3D renderings, conceptual designs, suggested renovation modifications, construction documents, furniture plans, lighting plans, FF&E schedules, paint schedules, property signage, and all other selections for each property
  • Responsible for compiling, placing, and tracking orders for all furniture, fixtures, materials, features, and special items
  • Exceptional multitasking abilities when handling multiple design projects at once
  • Coordinate all travel accommodations for cross country site visits and installations

Interior Designer

Mahn Custom Homes
St. Louis, MO
02.2018 - 07.2018

Full Time 40 Hrs/Week (Temporary)

Supervisor: Kelci Kruger (636)284-0448

  • Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals
  • Assisted clients with budget considerations regarding products and materials
  • Specified proper products and materials for each project
  • Generated computer graphics and page-layout software, graphic elements and photography
  • Prepared construction documents and details to implement design concepts
  • Social media manager for multimedia platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Houzz

Design Associate

Restoration Hardware
Mission Viejo, CA
05.2016 - 08.2017

Full Time 40 Hrs/Week

Supervisor: Robyn Greene (415)209-3694

  • Confer with clients to determine the factors that effect planning interior environments, such as architectural preferences, budget, purpose, and function 
  • Advise clients on space planning, furniture layout, utilization of furnishings, and color coordination 
  • Select, design, and place orders for all project furnishings, art work, and accessories 
  • Use computer-aided drafting (CAD) and related software to produce exceptional client presentations and installation documents 
  • Coordinate with other field professionals and delivery agents to ensure complete job success 
  • Provide excellent luxury brand customer service experiences

Interior Design Intern

Rust & Martin Inc
Cape Girardeau, MO
08.2014 - 08.2015

Full Time 30-40 Hrs/Week

Supervisor: Mike Rust (573)334-4434

  • Assist fellow designers with project tasks including ordering material samples, processing orders, project coordination, and delivery arrangements 
  • Assemble client presentation room, put together presentation documents, and provide exceptional customer service to clientele
  • General administrative duties such as answering phones, confirming appointments, and organizing the furniture showroom

Education

Master Of Arts - Interior Design & Architecture

Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO
12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design, Architectural Design

Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO
12.2015

Skills

  • 8 years of professional experience designing multi-family, hospitality, commercial, and residential spaces
  • Professional knowledge of space planning, programming, FF&E, and quality design techniques
  • Advanced knowledge of LEED standards and ADA code compliance
  • Professional experience using the following computer programs: AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, VRay, Chief Architect, Photoshop, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
  • Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and multitasking abilities
  • Excellent professional written and verbal communication skills

Accomplishments

White House Holiday Designer 2018

NKBA Design Charette Winner 2015

International Study Abroad: London, Spain, Gibraltar, Morocco

Volunteer

HGTV Extreme Makeover: Home Edition 2019-present, Los Angeles, CA

Interior Designer Installation Team

Complete staging and installation designer for six homes for season one. Assisted with landscape design, all interior spaces, and custom features.

White House Christmas 2018, Washington, DC

Christmas Decorating Volunteer

Created multiple crafting projects such as berry topiaries, ornament garlands, and painted ornaments. On site decorating throughout the White House including tree decorating, assembling the hall of berry topiaries, and completing various rooms with decorations.

ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Joplin, MO

Interior Designer Volunteer

Kitchen organization, master bedroom assembly, distribution of home goods for seven houses, painting assistance, and landscape design assistance.

Rose Parade 2017, Pasadena, CA

Float Decorator Volunteer

Float decorator for Ragu's "Simmered in Tradition" float and for BDK's "The Monkey King" float.

Homes for Our Troops 2014-present, US

Volunteer Member

Welcome table, volunteer registration, distribution of t-shirts, fundraising, and landscape design assistance.

Wreaths Across America 2018-present, US

Volunteer Member

Distributing and placing Christmas wreaths across veteran cemeteries in honor of those who have served our country

REFERENCES

Turner Binkley

Regional Project Manager, Redwood Construction

(650)799-2333

Michelle Brune

Professor, Southeast Missouri State University

(573)225-8210

Kathy Smith

Human Resources, Restoration Hardware

(949)629-0178

Timeline

Interior Designer

Redwood Construction Inc
10.2018 - 07.2021

Interior Designer

Mahn Custom Homes
02.2018 - 07.2018

Design Associate

Restoration Hardware
05.2016 - 08.2017

Interior Design Intern

Rust & Martin Inc
08.2014 - 08.2015

Principal Interior Designer

8TH & OLIVE STUDIOS
01.2014 - Current

Master Of Arts - Interior Design & Architecture

Southeast Missouri State University

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design, Architectural Design

Southeast Missouri State University