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Katie Gates

Ashburn,VA

Summary

Dynamic Real Estate Stager at Destination Interiors, adept at transforming spaces through innovative design and meticulous attention to detail. Expert in furniture selection and client consultation, I consistently enhance property appeal, ensuring client satisfaction and swift sales. My strong communication skills and creative problem-solving abilities drive successful staging projects that resonate with buyers.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

REAL ESTATE STAGER

Destination Interiors
Ashburn, VA
04.2013 - 05.2017

CONSULTATION

  • Inspect properties prior to staging to identify any repairs needed, or areas of improvement.
  • Choose color schemes, flooring options, and window treatments as needed.
  • Responsible for decluttering, organizing, rearranging existing furniture, and decorating spaces to create a warm, inviting environment.
  • Select furniture, light fixtures, and accessories to create unique and inviting rooms to meet the customer's vision.
  • Provide ongoing support to clients by offering advice on how they can improve their own home stagings.
  • Work closely with real estate agents throughout the staging process to ensure satisfaction from all parties involved.
  • Manage time effectively to ensure tasks are completed on schedule, and deadlines are met.
  • Following the consultation, we provide a full write-up of everything that was discussed.

PARTIAL STAGING

  • Using the client's existing furniture, I bring in accessories such as lamps, rugs, throw pillows, artwork, and more to enhance the look of the room.

FULL STAGING

  • I bring in all the furnishings, such as the dining room table and chairs, sofas, coffee tables, artwork, and more.

Education

Psychology

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Skills

  • Interior design and space planning
  • Furniture selection and project management
  • Client consultation and customer service
  • Creative problem solving and attention to detail
  • Communication and collaboration skills
  • Design trends awareness
  • Multitasking ability

Affiliations

  • Mom to 3 incredible kids!
  • Spend time with family and friends
  • Involved with my church community
  • Working out

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

REAL ESTATE STAGER

Destination Interiors
04.2013 - 05.2017

Psychology

Liberty University
Katie Gates