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Katie Sanchez

Katie Sanchez

Sales & Design
Dyer,IN

Summary

Innovative designer specializing in home decor projects and driven to bring customized design concepts to life in order to guarantee complete customer satisfaction. Ready to tackle exciting new challenges in similar role with JOANN Fabrics and Crafts. Motivated designer and framer involved in all stages of design from product inception and development to production. Offers outstanding talents in customer service and sales with expertise in art and design. Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance sales and customer satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

5
5
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Interior Design Specialist

DeYoung Interiors
St. John, IN
08.2019 - 04.2021
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
  • Interfaced effectively with design team members, including contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
  • Assisted clients with budget considerations and made recommendations for furniture, accessories and artwork.
  • Specified appropriate products and quality materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
  • Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials and products, including furniture, accessories and artwork.
  • Facilitated requests regarding product information and product upgrade options.
  • Successfully resolved technical design issues by using problem solving, creative thinking and perseverance.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with all clients by maintaining 100% satisfaction rate.
  • Collaborated with associates to achieve store sales goals.
  • Designed practical aspects and aesthetic of furniture, accessories and artwork.

Cashier

Etc...Thrift Store
Shererville , IN
12.2016 - 05.2018
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Collected and authorized payments of guests.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Mentored new team members on POS system operation and customer service strategies.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Reviewed daily and weekly sales ads and monitored price changes.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
  • Managed special actions such as returns processing.
  • Met all customer needs with engaged attention and knowledgeable service while meeting sales goals through effective promotion of store items.
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.

Framer

The Great Frame Up
Munster, IN
08.2012 - 09.2016
  • Specialized in matting, mounting, glass cutting and general assemblage of wood and metal frames.
  • Excelled in the designing, building and selling of custom frames.
  • Collaborated with clients to set out project goals
  • Fostered and maintained friendly, helpful and professional relations with clientele at all times.
  • Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring artwork and unique items to be framed.
  • Safely operated wood, glass and matboard cutting devices as well as cordless drills.
  • Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements using standard custom framing tools.
  • Entered all orders and payments using frame building software and POS system.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Art

Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN
08.2001 - 05.2005

Art Education - K-12

Calumet College of St. Joseph
Whiting, IN
08.2008 - 06.2009

Skills

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Contact Info

katie.sanchez@hotmail.com

219.218.4355

Hobbies

Gardening, Reading, Being in nature, Writing and Photography

Timeline

Interior Design Specialist

DeYoung Interiors
08.2019 - 04.2021

Cashier

Etc...Thrift Store
12.2016 - 05.2018

Framer

The Great Frame Up
08.2012 - 09.2016

Art Education - K-12

Calumet College of St. Joseph
08.2008 - 06.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Art

Valparaiso University
08.2001 - 05.2005

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