Sarah Slater
North Hollywood,CA
Summary
Experienced designer with over 16 years of experience in closet and interior designing. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments. Outstanding leadership, drawing and researching talents. Consistently recognized for fresh and innovative ideas.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
MONARCH SOFAS
10.2020 - Current
- Works directly for the CEO who assigns daily nationwide customer inquiries for pricing for our custom made furniture
- Sorts and organizes showroom samples
- Provides samples for customers in person and via mail
- Assigned to visit clients homes to measure and tape out furniture dimensions and placement.
Executive Senior Designer
CLOSET WORLD, INC
09.2012 - 03.2020
- Created design solutions and systems for multiple spaces ranging from closets, vanities, pantries, garages, and offices.
- Consulted with clients and designers to identify design requirements for each project.
- Developed hand drawn schematics showcasing design layout.
- Obtained approval of designs by submitting rough drafts to designers or to client.
- Setting up consecutive meetings for presentations to clients, contractors and designers.
- Maintains large list of repeat clients and referrals.
- Closed on average of 35 sales per quarter.
Design Assistant
JEFF LEWIS DESIGN
02.2009 - 03.2011
- Assisted owner in designing and creating comfortable and functional environments to represent clients' lifestyle, taste and budget.
- Schedule 3 home consultations per day to present sample fabrics, tile and flooring and provided furniture and accessory recommendations.
- Visited 2-3 job sites per day to take notes and record space measurements.
- Managed and reconciled calendar for proprietor of Jeff Lewis Design.
- Organized and hosted shopping trips with clients.
- Daily communication and maintaining reports with clients and subcontractors on progress of their projects.
Design Assistant
JUDITH LANCE DESIGN
01.2007 - 02.2009
- Coordinated with vendors and fabricators for existing and future projects
- Responsible for compilation of work scope presentation for employee and client meetings
- Edited subcontractor proposals, project punch lists, transmittals and memorandums for organizational support.
- Visited 3 job sites per week to take notes and record space measurements to create floor plans.
- Handled communication with clients by answering telephone calls and responding to emails.
- Worked with vendors and showrooms to produce quotes.
- Consulted daily with Principal to identify design requirements for each project.
Showroom Sales Manager
BENNISON FABRICS
02.2004 - 09.2006
- Provided prompt, courteous service to every individual entering showroom.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy.
- Responsible for cashiering, billing, and checkbook reconciliation.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with national regional headquarters and internationally to maintain consistent message and experience.
- Built relationships with hundreds of customers and community members to establish long-term business growth.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fashion Merchandising And Product Development
Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising
Los Angeles, Ca 06.2000
Skills
- Interior Planning
- Appointment Coordination
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Meeting Planning
- Order Placement
- Project Presentations
- Working with Designers
- Creative Design Layouts
- Oversees Installations
- Client Relationships
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
MONARCH SOFAS
10.2020 - Current
Executive Senior Designer
CLOSET WORLD, INC
09.2012 - 03.2020
Design Assistant
JEFF LEWIS DESIGN
02.2009 - 03.2011
Design Assistant
JUDITH LANCE DESIGN
01.2007 - 02.2009
Showroom Sales Manager
BENNISON FABRICS
02.2004 - 09.2006
Associate of Arts - Fashion Merchandising And Product Development
Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising
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