Shawna Awad
Acworth,GA
Summary
Experienced with coordinating design projects to ensure timely and on-budget delivery. Utilizes creative vision and organizational skills to align design efforts with client expectations. Knowledge of design principles and effective communication strategies to facilitate team collaboration and project success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Coordinator
Copper Sky Design + Remodel
Atlanta, GA
08.2021 - Current
- Establish all procurement operations for high-end interior design projects, managing multi-million dollar budgets..
- Author design specifications for all project selections, ensuring technical accuracy and seamless transition from design concept to build phase.
- Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with a network of vendors, negotiating pricing and lead times.
- Bridge the gap between the Design and Production teams by managing inventory requirements and site deliveries.
Event Bartender
Atlanta Braves and Coca-Cola Roxy
Atlanta, GA
06.2021 - Current
- Manage high-volume beverage service during events, ensuring timely and efficient customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate with event staff to coordinate bar setup and inventory management.
Interior Designer & Marketing Manager
Design Directions International
Marietta, GA
02.2018 - 11.2020
- Created custom or prototypical design concepts for hotels providing drawings and FF&E specifications.
- Created and maintained a new website and led social media for the company.
- Managed the office for the team and vendor communication vendor communication.
Service Manager
Olive Garden Restaurant
Roswell, GA
08.2005 - 02.2018
- Directed bar sale operations and facilitated offsite delivery services.
- Drove strategic improvements that positioned two locations among the highest performers in the organization.
- Facilitated performance enhancement initiatives at under-performing locations to elevate profit and service metrics.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Interior Design
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA2013
Advertising And Marketing
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN2000
Skills
- AutoCAD Architecture
- Adobe Photoshop
- Graphic Design
- Space Planning
- FF&E Selections
- Procurement
- Logistics
- Leadership
- Self-Motivated
- Creative Marketing
Timeline
Design Coordinator
Copper Sky Design + Remodel
08.2021 - Current
Event Bartender
Atlanta Braves and Coca-Cola Roxy
06.2021 - Current
Interior Designer & Marketing Manager
Design Directions International
02.2018 - 11.2020
Service Manager
Olive Garden Restaurant
08.2005 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Interior Design
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Advertising And Marketing
Middle Tennessee State University