MELISSA MARTINEZ
Chicago,IL
Summary
Clever Design Consultant with a strong knowledge of competitors, trends, and colors. Over 10 years of experience in the interior design world. Superb marketing, business, and design proficiency. Adaptable and personable with the ability to ensure customer satisfaction. Dedicates time to helping and communicating with clients to build trust and develop long-term working relations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Design Consultant/Social Media Content Creator
Walter E Smithe Furniture
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Developed long-lasting relationships with clients through exceptional customer service and follow-up communications.
- Presented meticulous design proposals using 2D/3D visualization software, allowing clients to easily envision the final outcome of the project.
- Enhanced brand awareness by creating engaging and shareable social media content.
Assistant Designer/Social Media Manager
Stone City Kitchen & Bath
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Enhanced design concepts by incorporating client feedback and collaborating with the lead designer.
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
Leasing Consultant
Beal Properties LLC
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Personally manage every aspect of the leasing process with prospective clients
- Obtained required consent and signatures from customers, verifying intended adherence to contract terms and policies.
Interior Design Consultant
RH
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and client satisfaction.
- Assessed client needs and preferences, developing tailored design proposals that exceeded expectations.
Interior Design Consultant
Arhaus Furniture
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Met required monthly sales and productivity standards, increased sales by 32%
- Established strong relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire design process.
Interior Design Consultant/Social Media Content Creator
Miller Waldrop Furniture
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Leveraged industry knowledge and emerging trends to build innovative messaging and bring design concepts to fruition.
- Developed an effective social media strategy, resulting in consistent growth in followers and engagement rates.
Event Coordinator/Manager
Chooselife Church
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Perform and direct daily floor operations including scheduling and equipment setups, operation, and strikes are completed, and in accordance to brand standards
- Execute all creative direction for photo booths, table centerpieces, and any installations needed for event.
Assistant Leasing Manager
Homestead
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Provided leadership and direction for employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency
- Assisted in the leasing process for successful occupancy rates and revenue growth using Appfolio
Visual Merchandiser
West Elm
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Increased customer traffic through effective window displays that showcased new products and promotions.
- Revamped store layout to improve customer flow and overall shopping experience, resulting in better customer satisfaction ratings.
Visual Merchandiser/ Assistant Buyer
Horsefeathers
01.2012 - 04.2017
- Enhanced store sales by creating visually appealing and strategically placed product displays.
- Collaborated with management to develop seasonal merchandising strategies for optimal customer engagement.
Education
Associate's degree - Interior Design
Harper College
Chicago, IL12.2024
Skills
- Interior Design
- Visual storytelling
- Strong communication
- Home staging
- Time management
- Space planning
- Product specifications
- Design concept development
- Visual merchandising
- Lighting design
- Furniture selection
- Textile knowledge
- Attention to detail
- Sales strategy development
- Market research
- Team collaboration
- Creative problem-solving
- Networking abilities
- Project/Budget management
- CAD drafting
Timeline
Interior Design Consultant/Social Media Content Creator
Walter E Smithe Furniture
09.2022 - 10.2023
Assistant Designer/Social Media Manager
Stone City Kitchen & Bath
06.2022 - 09.2022
Leasing Consultant
Beal Properties LLC
03.2022 - 06.2022
Interior Design Consultant
RH
08.2021 - 03.2022
Interior Design Consultant
Arhaus Furniture
10.2020 - 07.2021
Interior Design Consultant/Social Media Content Creator
Miller Waldrop Furniture
01.2020 - 10.2020
Event Coordinator/Manager
Chooselife Church
09.2018 - 01.2020
Assistant Leasing Manager
Homestead
02.2018 - 03.2019
Visual Merchandiser
West Elm
05.2017 - 01.2018
Visual Merchandiser/ Assistant Buyer
Horsefeathers
01.2012 - 04.2017
Associate's degree - Interior Design
Harper College
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