Selah Ewert
Summary
Results-oriented Interior Designer uses experience and knowledge to create unique and innovative design solutions. Offers excellent problem-solving and communication skills for providing highest level of customer service. Dedicated to staying current on latest industry trends and developments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Interior Design
Norman Building & Design
04.2017 - Current
- Participated in construction planning and management phases, incorporating interior design requirements into floor plans and blueprints.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Met with clients to walk through ideas and determine factors affecting planning interior design needs.
- Oversaw construction work on-site to confirm adherence to design plans.
- Estimated costs of material requirements and labor, and worked with client on approvals.
- Advised clients on interior design choices such as space and color allocations, layout and coordination of furnishings.
- Consulted with construction contractors, architects, electricians and plumbers to achieve safe and compliant design paradigms.
- Created budgets and architectural options for residential clients with a wide array of financial resources.
- Used computer-aided drafting and other design software to produce visual layouts of living and working space.
- Subcontracted installation of carpeting, fixtures, accessories, draperies, paint and wall coverings, artwork and furniture.
- Prepared product and layout documents implementing diverse design concepts.
- Learned use of new materials, technologies and products to stay current in 21st-century design specifics.
- Participated in company Leadership Team building culture and process.
- Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
- Worked with colleagues to create prototypes for designs and training materials.
- Assisted with new hire processing and existing training programs.
- Collaborated with back-office team members to facilitate seamless business execution.
- Development and maintained vendor relationships.
- Created content and promotional materials to drive engagement and conversions.
Project Manager
Five Talent Software
05.2015 - 04.2017
- Prepared Statements of Work and Change Orders and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Oversaw multiple projects over all phases of development.
- Oversaw and managed day-to-day workflow for a staff of 15 plus.
- Collaborated and maintained development best practices.
- Implied and applied Agile methodology.
- Develop status reports, cost estimates, and resource planning for multiple projects.
- Made vital decisions and drove decision making processes.
- Coordinate with clientele to gather requirements, manage expectations and budgets.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing quality or workplace safety.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
Interior Designer & Financial Controller
Legum Design
12.2013 - 04.2015
- Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations for New Construction and Remodel Projects.
- Designed layouts, product selections, and saw the project through all construction phases to completion.
- Purchased all specified and/or selected materials/products for New Construction and Remodel projects
- Provided excellent customer service to all existing and potential clients
- Coordinated and planned First Friday/Art Walk: Curated and selected local artists, organized installation, wine vendors, music and other various details to create a successful event.
- Developed and implemented systems for purchasing, receiving and tracking orders.
- Initiated, maintained and managed vendor relationships.
- Responsible for all tasks companywide: Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Receiving.
- Monitored and reviewed accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepared and reviewed budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports.
Interior Designer & Financial Controller
Baptista Tile And Stone Gallery
08.2004 - 12.2013
- Curated interior tile and slab selections for New Construction and Remodel projects.
- Designed layouts, product selections, estimated and sold finishes, and saw the project through all construction phases to completion.
- Purchased all specified and/or selected materials/products.
- Developed, implemented and maintained company procedures including, but not limited to, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Purchasing, Customer Satisfaction, Warranties, Sales and Design.
- Developed and Maintained tracking and Inventory Purchased for each Project and overall Inventory for Stock Items.
- Prepared profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports.
- Monitored and reviewed accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepared and reviewed budget, revenue, expense reports, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents.
- Handled all company Human Resource tasks (such as Payroll, Draws, and Employee Files).
- Prepared ad layouts, wording and worked with each advertiser and developed consistent ads that matched the company culture.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology: Family Studies
Corban University
Salem, OR01.2009
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Central Oregon Community College
Bend, OR03.2002
No Degree - Small Business Management
Central Oregon Community College
Bend, OR05.2006
Skills
- Demonstrated achiever with exceptional experience in design and client relations
- Skilled in design, project management, accounting, business operations and analysis
- Resourceful and skilled in streamlining operations and maintaining schedules to optimize both client relations and business revenue
- Skilled in coordinating diverse teams and resources to complete project goals
- Organized and detail oriented
- Self-motivated and eager to learn new concepts
- Quick-study, who works well under pressure, adapts to new environments, teams and disciplines
- Effective communicator with ability to manage people with different backgrounds and expertise
- Experienced in Revit
- Custom Designs & Solutions, Material Selection
Timeline
Director of Interior Design
Norman Building & Design
04.2017 - Current
Project Manager
Five Talent Software
05.2015 - 04.2017
Interior Designer & Financial Controller
Legum Design
12.2013 - 04.2015
Interior Designer & Financial Controller
Baptista Tile And Stone Gallery
08.2004 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Psychology: Family Studies
Corban University
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Central Oregon Community College
No Degree - Small Business Management
Central Oregon Community College
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