Creative and detail-oriented designer considered an exceptionally quick learner. Effective team player with strong time management skills to complete projects on time and on budget. Driven by challenges and fast paced creative environments. Seeking opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Sales Associate
European Bath Kitchen Tile And Stone
03.2022 - 05.2023
Initiated friendly conversation with customers to determine level of assistance required.
Calculated pricing, applied discounts and collected payments to process transactions.
Assisted customers by asking open-ended questions to understand needs and suggest suitable merchandise.
Created price tags and merchandise signs for new items.
Collaborated with team to redesign the sales floor.
Conducting merchandise stock counts and reported discrepancies to supervisor.
Answered customer questions and responded quickly to problems and complaints in person, on phone and by email.
Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
Exceeded sales goals and improved profitability by aligning sales strategies and business plans with market trends.
Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
Kept accurate and detailed client records comprised of demographics, client contacts and follow-ups.
Identified consumer interests and key market identifies for new accounts.
Developed working relationships with partners to merge and exchange consumer information and marketing data.
Principal Interior Designer
Lago Lindo Custom Home
08.2020 - 03.2022
Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials, and products.
Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
Illustrated visual concepts during client presentations through detailed plans and sketches.
Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
Defined space requirements from schematic design to construction phase and installation.
Collaborated with contractors and suppliers for smooth execution of design plans.
Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
Devised project budgets to track expenses and avoid cost overruns.
Education
No Degree - Interior Design
Design Institute of San Diego
San Diego, CA
UCLA Design Media Arts
Los Angeles, CA
08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
05.1999
Skills
Ability to manage several different task and project types and their respective deadlines simultaneously
Demonstrate strong prioritization skills and effectively convey ideas and solutions
Knowledge of design-related algebra and geometry, with ability to interpret 2D and 3D blueprints and other renderings
Experience with Adobe CC Programs, Autodesk Autocad 2021, Microsoft Office Suite , Google Drive,
Possesses organizational skills, analytical, creative, adaptable and ability to work independently as well as integrally to the overall project team
Knowledge of interior design concepts and industry practices Including color theory, space, lighting, materials and finishes, and floor planning
Strong attention to detail
Order Processing
Client Account Management
Payment Processing
Promotional Support
Knowledge and passion for painting, drawing, and ceramics
Materials Research
Project Management
Architecture and Design
Documents and Reports
Construction Documentation
Bid Proposals
Painted Finishes
Digital Drafting
CAD Drafting
Space Planning
Adobe Photoshop
Timeline
Inside Sales Associate
European Bath Kitchen Tile And Stone
03.2022 - 05.2023
Principal Interior Designer
Lago Lindo Custom Home
08.2020 - 03.2022
No Degree - Interior Design
Design Institute of San Diego
UCLA Design Media Arts
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
San Diego State University
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