Lisa Connell
Santa Rosa Beach,FL
Summary
Innovative Interior Designer bringing experience in design projects. Strengths include creativity, spatial planning, and client relations, with an ability to bring visions to life through thoughtful design concepts. Proven success in delivering projects on time and within budget while meeting client expectations and maintaining open communication lines throughout the process.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Designer
Serene Interior and Designs, LLC
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
05.2023 - Current
- Achieved successful completion of numerous projects, handling multiple tasks simultaneously within client-given timelines.
- Provided detailed estimates of material costs and time frames for each project.
- Managed coordination efforts with contractors and professionals to achieve timely completion of diverse construction projects.
- Developed design plans for residential clients, selecting materials, finishes, and furnishings.
- Integrated client feedback to enhance designs and achieve customer satisfaction.
Interior Designer
13 Hublane
Panama City Beach
05.2017 - 05.2023
- Provided exceptional hands on customer service to achieve design goals
- Created and designed a complete vision that was continuous throughout the home
- Used many facets to create and design within homes including, fabrics, furniture, paint, window coverings, flooring, tile, hardware and accessories
- Developed relationships with retailers and wholesale manufacturers while project managing several contractors to ensure professional and timely completion.
Interior Designer
Risa's Interiors
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Assisted with selecting appropriate materials such as paint colors, wall coverings, flooring options, lighting fixtures and window treatments.
- Maintained accurate specifications for each project.
- Assisted clients successfully by choosing furnishings consistent with preferences and budget.
Property Manager
30a Escapes
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
01.2015 - 06.2016
- Advised owners on potential improvements or investments that could increase the value of their properties.
- Analyzed market conditions regularly to identify opportunities for improving operational efficiency.
- Conducted periodic inspections of properties to ensure compliance with safety regulations and tenant requirements.
- Resolved tenant complaints quickly and effectively while ensuring customer satisfaction.
Managing Director
Seaside Repertory Theatre
Seaside, FL
02.2012 - 11.2014
- Created and implemented strategic public relations and marketing plans supporting revenue goals which included grant writing and tactics to create and develop fundraisers and special events to bring maximum awareness to the theater
- Responsible for overseeing the design of all marketing collateral including printed material, website and social media
- Responsible for sponsor supply and negotiating contracts, securing donations, memberships and maintaining relationships for the theater.
Traffic Manager
Verizon Wireless
Atlanta, GA
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Created a seamless process of production coordination over the graphic design department by distributing and monitoring the workflow of all designers
- Managed, tracked and updated over 30 projects daily while overseeing the project from all stages of production- copywriting, branding, design and development to completion
- Project presentation to executives and internal customers while forming strong alliances with clients and internal teams
- Point of contact for newly launched products and designs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Merchandising
SUNY Oneonta
Oneonta, NYSkills
- Microsoft products
- Canva
- Shopventory
- Product Specifications
- Graphic presentations
- Interior design
- Color and material application
- Lighting Design
- Visual product development
- Concept Development
- Design Research
- Cost Estimation
- Client Communication
- Product selection
- Project Management
- Sales expertise
- Design Presentation
- Visual design
- Budget Management
- Space Planning
Timeline
Interior Designer
Serene Interior and Designs, LLC
05.2023 - Current
Interior Designer
13 Hublane
05.2017 - 05.2023
Interior Designer
Risa's Interiors
08.2016 - 03.2017
Property Manager
30a Escapes
01.2015 - 06.2016
Managing Director
Seaside Repertory Theatre
02.2012 - 11.2014
Traffic Manager
Verizon Wireless
01.1996 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Merchandising
SUNY Oneonta
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