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Makiea Dixson

Zebuon,NC

Summary

I am a focused professional capable of working productively under pressure and completing projects on time and within budget. I continue to be an energetic, creative professional with strong computer skills and significant practical experience in a wide variety of design fields. I am also a passionate member of corporate wide diversity teams to mentor, encourage and provide a welcoming place for people of color within the design industry. I have experience in strategic planning, facility programming, interior design, space planning and color coordination. In addition I also have extensive knowledge of how to organize, assemble, and produce project deliverables. I am comfortable in both residential and commercial environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Project Designer

Cushman & Wakefield
10.2024 - Current
  • Lead large-scale interior design projects from concept through construction documentation, ensuring client vision, brand standards, and functional needs are met.
  • Develop detailed space plans, FF&E specifications, and client presentation materials across commercial and corporate environments.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders, consultants, and vendors to deliver high-quality, code-compliant designs on schedule and within budget.
  • Mentor junior designers and contribute to team development through training and design leadership.
  • Designed projects specifically for JP Morgan Chase entire real estate portfolio designing over million square feet.

Interior Designer

Meteor Education
10.2023 - 10.2024
  • Delivered design solutions for K–12 educational spaces aligned with modern learning principles and ADA/life safety requirements.
  • Produced 2D/3D renderings, space plans, and comprehensive FF&E packages to support client and sales team goals.
  • Collaborated with educational consultants and project teams to align design intent with academic outcomes and budget parameters.
  • Managed full project lifecycle from discovery through execution and final installation.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
  • Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials, and products.

Design Manager

Heritage Kitchen & Bath
05.2022 - 10.2023
  • Developed space plan designs for custom home builders in North Carolina market.
  • Managed relationships with multiple home builders, ensuring project alignment and satisfaction.
  • Collaborated effectively with contractors, architects, and homeowners in showrooms and job sites.
  • Developed and maintained design standards and best practices for the team.
  • Facilitated selection meetings between homeowners and builders to finalize design choices.
  • Managed a team of designers, providing guidance and support throughout projects.
  • Utilized 2020, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam software daily for design accuracy and efficiency.
  • Led design projects from concept to completion for kitchen and bath renovations.

Interior Designer

Lakeside Renovation & Design
12.2020 - 05.2022
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, and 3D perspective views and material boards for both in-house review and presentation to client.
  • Used 3D software to allow customers to clearly visualize completed projects, creating "wow effect."
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines set by clients.
  • Created mood boards featuring fabric swatches, paint chips and other visual elements used in designing a space.
  • Maintained accurate specifications for each project.
  • Visited home sites when necessary to assess and fulfill customer needs.
  • Conducted site visits to assess project requirements and conditions.
  • Primarily worked in 2020, Chief Architect, Builder trend, Bluebeam and Autocad

Workplace Designer

Facilitec
01.2020 - 10.2020
  • Developed all aspects of furniture packages and specifications.
  • Evaluated and selected materials specific to the branding from the client
  • Developed finish palettes and organized project specific materials
  • Consulted with vendors and developed relationships that benefited the client with discounts on materials and priority on lead times
  • Provided drawings in Autocad, Revit & CAP
  • Conducted client interviews and was an integral part of the conceptual pre-design phase
  • Supported program efforts
  • Opportunity went on hold indefinitely due to Covid

Project Designer

Arcturis
11.2016 - 12.2018
  • Developed design documentations, technical specifications and other project related documentations as needed
  • Worked within firm with multi-disciplines in developing project plan, budget and schedule
  • Developed concepts and presentation materials and presented them to the clients
  • Contributed to the preparation of construction documents and detailing
  • Participated in client meetings and presentations from programming through construction administration
  • Attended team meetings to understand contract, project deliverables, schedule and role
  • Coordinated with the project team, vendors, fabricators and general contractors to ensure the design intent was realized
  • Primarily worked in Revit, Autocad and Bluebeam
  • Analyzed complex data utilizing pivot tables within the excel environment. Information deduced from this data would be passed on to the Architect of record for design intent.

Education

Associate of Arts - Interior Design

International Academy of Design & Technology
Tampa, FL

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Project Management

Columbia Southern University
12-2025

Skills

  • Autocad

  • Revit

  • Buildertrend

  • Microsoft Office

  • 20-20

  • Bluebeam

  • Space planning

  • Interior design

  • Customer relationships

  • Project planning

  • Color theory

  • Building codes

  • Design thinking

  • Material selection

Hobbies and Interests

I love traveling, trying new recipes and new restaurants. I have a forever but healthy obsession with Beyonce and I love hanging out with my dogs and teenager, the husband is pretty cool too. 

Timeline

Senior Project Designer

Cushman & Wakefield
10.2024 - Current

Interior Designer

Meteor Education
10.2023 - 10.2024

Design Manager

Heritage Kitchen & Bath
05.2022 - 10.2023

Interior Designer

Lakeside Renovation & Design
12.2020 - 05.2022

Workplace Designer

Facilitec
01.2020 - 10.2020

Project Designer

Arcturis
11.2016 - 12.2018

Associate of Arts - Interior Design

International Academy of Design & Technology

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Project Management

Columbia Southern University

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