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Maria Schuster

Madison,IN

Summary

Hardworking horticulturist bringing five years experience in horticulture and floral management, design. Knowledgeable about preventing diseases and pests, establishing optimal growing conditions and overseeing care schedules to maximize plant attractiveness, growth and health. Seek to bring expertise to dynamic role in fast-paced environment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Creative individual with extensive understanding of plants and flowers. Energetic Floral Designer brings complex design ideas to fruition, exceeding client expectations. Specialist in special events such as banquets, weddings and corporate dinners. Designs and arranges floral displays, bouquets and arrangements aligned with holiday trends and customer requests. Knowledgeable about balloons, candy and gift baskets, as well as corsages, boutonnieres and wrist bouquets.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Floral Designer

Cindy Flower Shop
1138 Cherry Road
08.2023 - 09.2023
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Prepared potted plants and bouquets based on customer requirements.
  • Collaborated closely with customers to create unique designs for bouquets, wreaths, and gifts
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Collaborated closely with customers to create unique designs for bouquets, wreaths, and gifts.
  • Imparted knowledge on plants and flowers to customers.
  • Worked closely with clients to understand their needs and design flower arrangements that perfectly match their vision.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Head Floral Designer

Fort Mill Flowers
Fort Mill, SC
10.2023 - 02.2024

*Designed and processed orders daily

*managed and maintained cooler cleanliness and organization

* assisted customers on the phone on line and and in person

*delivered arrangements to customers

Assisant Grower

Metrolina Green Houses
York, SC
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
  • Cultivated soil and added fertilizer, compost, and amendments.
  • Planted, trees, bushes, and flowers for commercial clients.
  • Monitored and maintained irrigation systems to optimize water levels for crops.
  • Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
  • Retained knowledge of garden plants and understanding of cultural requirements to maximize growth and cultivation.
  • Inspected gardens to identify insect or disease problems and weed control needs.
  • Maintained horticultural calendar to track bloom periods and seasonal cultural needs.
  • Liaised with manager to plan and coordinate projects, determine necessary personnel or discuss garden concerns.
  • Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees, and grass.
  • Set up and operated irrigation equipment to apply pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers to crops.

Assistant Grower

Metrolina Green Houses
Huntersville , NC
12.2020 - 07.2022
  • Planted, cultivated and harvested various types of trees, shrubs and plants.
  • Cultivated soil and added fertilizer, compost and amendments.
  • Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
  • Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance and minimizing waste.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
  • Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized greenhouse for optimal productivity and professionalism.
  • Set up and managed plant irrigation systems to maintain optimal flows to different types of plants.
  • Optimized growth and development at every stage and moved finished plants to sales displays for customer viewing.
  • Positioned irrigation systems to deliver optimal amounts of water for crop growth without waste.
  • Maintained optimal health of each plant by monitoring water pH, using organic methods and applying relevant chemicals based on specifications for specific plants or customers.
  • Researched pests and diseases common to individual types of stock and developed mitigation plans.

Organic Farm Hand

Ambrosia Farm
Bend, OR
03.2016 - 09.2016
  • Carefully maintained plant health through watering and proper fertilization to minimize losses and waste.
  • Planted, cultivated and harvested various types of trees, shrubs and plants.
  • Assisted with maintenance and installation of irrigation equipment.
  • Rearranged planting beds and flower gardens seasonally.
  • Evaluate harvesting conditions and identify obstacles.
  • Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
  • Conducted regular soil testing for optimal plant growth and nourishment.

Floral Designer

Colonial Flower Shoppe
Madison , IN
02.2015 - 02.2016
  • Prepared potted plants and bouquets based on customer requirements.
  • Researched latest design trends, colors and vendor products for use in new pieces.
  • Consulted with clientele to discuss special occasion floral designs for weddings, funerals and other events.
  • Collaborated closely with customers to create unique designs for bouquets, wreaths and gifts.
  • Properly package flowers and plants for damage-free delivery.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of needs, characteristics and varieties of flowers and greenery used in shop to inform arrangement decisions and provide information to customers.
  • Transported and set up floral arrangements for large-scale functions, comprising weddings, funerals and banquets.
  • Quoted, generated and processed customer orders to meet specifications and various occasions.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Collaborated closely with customers to create unique designs for bouquets, wreaths, and gifts.

Education

GED -

Homeschool
07.2014

Skills

  • Disease and Infestation Identification
  • Pesticide and Fertilizer Application
  • Plant Care
  • Gardening Tools
  • Crop Progress Monitoring
  • Crop Cultivation
  • Customer Experience
  • Cultivating Soil
  • Controlling Insects
  • Irrigation Systems
  • Plant Health Inspections
  • Weeding and Watering
  • Plant Care Knowledge
  • Floral Consultations
  • Flower arranging
  • Floral Arrangement Techniques
  • Funeral Floral Design
  • Floral and plant knowledge
  • Foam-Based Arrangements
  • Greenhouse Operations
  • Seasonal Arrangements
  • Stock organization

Timeline

Head Floral Designer

Fort Mill Flowers
10.2023 - 02.2024

Floral Designer

Cindy Flower Shop
08.2023 - 09.2023

Assisant Grower

Metrolina Green Houses
08.2022 - 08.2023

Assistant Grower

Metrolina Green Houses
12.2020 - 07.2022

Organic Farm Hand

Ambrosia Farm
03.2016 - 09.2016

Floral Designer

Colonial Flower Shoppe
02.2015 - 02.2016

GED -

Homeschool
Maria Schuster