Kareem Nemley
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Results-driven Interior Designer with a strong foundation in project management and event coordination. Expertise in designing captivating interiors and directing artistic vision to elevate customer engagement and drive brand success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Designer
Ikea
Brooklyn, NY
11.2021 - Current
- Designed innovative interiors that reflect brand values and customer needs.
- Utilized 3D modeling software to present design ideas and layouts effectively.
- Conducted site visits to assess spaces and gather design inspiration.
Artistic Director
Rooted Theater Company
Brooklyn, NY
01.2013 - Current
- Directed artistic vision and programming for diverse theatrical productions.
- Collaborated with playwrights to develop original scripts and adaptations.
- Managed budgets and resources for multiple theater projects and productions.
- Established partnerships with local artists and organizations for community engagement.
- Mentored emerging artists, fostering creativity and professional growth in theater arts.
- Organized events such as fundraisers to secure resources for future projects.
- Translated marketing objectives into creative strategies, designs and plans.
Sales, Support Specialist
IKEA
Brooklyn, NY
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability.
- Collaborated with suppliers to maintain efficient supply chain processes.
- Implemented best practices for safety and compliance in logistics activities.
- Participated in logistics planning and forecasting activities to meet future demand effectively.
- Stayed informed of logistics technology advances to apply appropriate solutions and improve processes.
Visual Manager
Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY
06.2016 - 12.2020
- Led visual merchandising strategies to enhance customer engagement and brand identity.
- Developed and implemented seasonal displays to attract customer attention and drive sales.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive branding across all platforms.
- Created visually appealing in-store signage to communicate promotions and product information.
- Collaborated with marketing team to ensure consistency between visuals and promotional campaigns.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Visual Merchandiser
Ikea
Brooklyn, NY
04.2008 - 06.2016
- Designed visually appealing product displays to enhance customer engagement.
- Analyzed customer flow patterns to optimize product placement and visibility.
- Trained staff on visual merchandising standards and effective product presentation techniques.
- Implemented seasonal themes in store layouts to attract and retain customer interest.
- Organized store layout, fixtures and visual merchandising standards.
- Developed creative visual displays to showcase products and attract customers.
Education
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NCNorth Carolina State University
Raleigh, NCSkills
- Social media management
- Content creation
- Project management
- Creative problem solving
- Community engagement
- Event coordination
- Organization, prioritizing, and multi-tasking
Websites
Timeline
Interior Designer
Ikea
11.2021 - Current
Sales, Support Specialist
IKEA
01.2020 - 01.2021
Visual Manager
Brooklyn
06.2016 - 12.2020
Artistic Director
Rooted Theater Company
01.2013 - Current
Visual Merchandiser
Ikea
04.2008 - 06.2016
Wake Technical Community College
North Carolina State University