Saman "Sam" Ali
Irvine,CA
Summary
Dependable and passionate Designer eager to help homeowners build their vision. Equipped with a strong set of skills and knowledge to aid clients in making educated decisions. Ready to take on added responsibilities to help team achieve company goals. Organized and experienced at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Eager to learn more and grow with experience. Will go above and beyond to ensure a happy customer, repeat business and referrals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Consultant & Sales Manager
Bella Kitchen & Bath/Floor Gallery (same Owner)
04.2017 - Current
- Established and maintained close relationships with clients, navigating them through the entire renovation process with open lines of communication and consultation.
- Averaged $1,000,000 yearly individual gross sales in previous 4 years.
- Presented creative design concepts tailored to meet each client's needs and preferences, using material samples, concept boards, 3D renderings, floor plans and elevation plans.
- Calculated and devised comprehensive line-item proposals, detailing each project's scope of work (installations and trades), materials, exclusions, and costs.
- Optimized space planning for improved functionality.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects while meeting strict deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.
- Conducted site visits to ensure adherence to design specifications, addressing any issues promptly for seamless project execution.
- Trained and mentored fellow Sales Associates to develop their skills in design, estimation and client interactions.
Audio Engineer
Manifest Productions
01.2008 - 12.2018
- Recorded, mixed and mastered compositions, songs and albums of various musical genres for individual artists and bands.
- Adaptively mastered a variety of software as studio developed its library and tools.
- Certified in industry-standard Avid Pro-Tools digital audio workstation.
- Composed as in-house studio musician as needed by clients for their projects.
- Maximized studio productivity through effective scheduling, setup, and teardown procedures for recording sessions.
- Implemented best practices in troubleshooting technical issues to minimize downtime during productions or recordings.
Chef, Baker & Cashier
Schlotzsky's Deli
06.2003 - 09.2013
- Managed point-of-sale concurrently with kitchen and prepared food orders for walk-in customers and catering orders.
- Prepared and baked a variety of breads and baked goods from scratch daily prior to opening shift.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work flow consistent.
- Cleaned all stations, equipment and kitchenware in back of house.
- Cleaned and maintained dining space to provide a tidy, convenient and pleasant experience for diners.
Education
Associate of Arts - Political Science And Government
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA2010
High School Diploma -
El Toro High School
Lake Forest2006
Skills
- 2020 Design
- Microsoft Word & Excel
- Client & Team Communication
- Project Estimating
- Knowledge of Materials
- Color Theory
- Knowledge of Construction
- Attention to Detail
- Organized
- Patient
- Clean & Presentable
- Respectful
- Creative
- Positive
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Persian
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Design Consultant & Sales Manager
Bella Kitchen & Bath/Floor Gallery (same Owner)
04.2017 - Current
Audio Engineer
Manifest Productions
01.2008 - 12.2018
Chef, Baker & Cashier
Schlotzsky's Deli
06.2003 - 09.2013
Associate of Arts - Political Science And Government
Saddleback College
High School Diploma -
El Toro High School
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