Melissa Carlstrom
Arlington Heights,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented design consultant with a proven knowledge of client relations and customer needs assessment. Self motivated salesperson with a cumulative closing ratio of over 61%. Many repeat and referral clients, including established relationships with professionals in the housing industry. Aiming to leverage my skills as a Senior Designer to successfully fill the Designer/Sales Representative role at your company.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Design Consultant
Closet Factory
07.2019 - Current
- Collaborating with clients to design custom organization solutions, enhancing client satisfaction and retention.
- Managing multiple projects, delivering on time and within budget.
- Delivering excellent customer care, fostering repeat and referral business.
- Staying updated on industry trends, ensuring cutting-edge designs.
- Producing sketches, technical drawings, and 3D models for client presentations using Cabinet Vision software.
- Contributing to showroom design and material development.
Designer/Sales Representative
Closets by Design
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Confer with clients to create custom organization systems that help transform their daily lives.
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Presented creative solutions to client challenges, resulting in high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
Home Staging & Design Assistant
Bethany Purvis Design
06.2017 - 07.2019
- Assist lead designer in selecting features to achieve aesthetic, functional, and budgetary excellence.
- Collect, organize, and display furniture and accessories to showcase a home's best features.
Education
Associate in Arts - Interior Design
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL05.2018
Skills
- Spanish - Conversational
- Cabinet Vision - CV23
Accomplishments
- Presidents Award: 2022, 2023, 2024
- Top 50 sales nationally past three years
Timeline
Senior Design Consultant
Closet Factory
07.2019 - Current
Designer/Sales Representative
Closets by Design
05.2018 - 07.2019
Home Staging & Design Assistant
Bethany Purvis Design
06.2017 - 07.2019
Associate in Arts - Interior Design
William Rainey Harper College
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