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Tina Blake

Oceanside,NY

Summary

Organized and motivated former Graphic/Interior designer with a flair for design. I am dependable, adaptable and creative. Eager to leverage my creativity and organizational skills in a lively atmosphere.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Manager

Self-employed
03.2009 - Current

Oversee family finances including budgeting, bill pay and investment accounts.

PTA volunteer arranging meetings, curriculum and budgeting. Created fundraising programs which provided a significant amount of the schools discretionary monies.

Honed multitasking skills by overseeing health, academic and extracurricular activities for two children.

Currently continuing my education at The Molloy University where I will attain my Interior Design Certification.

Assistant Interior Designer

Karen Blake Designs
09.2005 - 03.2009

Managed designers calendar, including scheduling meetings and managing deadlines.

Coordinate appointments and meetings with clients

Research furnishings and fabrics cost , purchasing and maintaining follow up contact to ensure timely delivery.

Prepare and update project schedules with weekly outlooks.

Client invoicing

Work alongside designer to resolve issues and ensure satisfaction of client through completion.

Streamlined the material selection process by effectively researching and organizing samples for easy access during presentations.

Junior Graphic Designer

Ann Taylor Inc.
07.1995 - 12.2004

Understood project requirements and ideas

Created designs according to specifications using software

Produced mailers and store set books for Ann Taylor

/Loft retail stores

Pitch creative concepts

Collaborated with team to launch projects

Used feedback from other designers

Experience with design software Quarkxpress

Talent for creativity and problem solving

Time management skills









Education

Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY
05.1995

Skills

    Design skills and knowledge

    Thorough with attention to detail

    Eager to work with others

    Knowledge of building and construction

Languages

Italian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Home Manager

Self-employed
03.2009 - Current

Assistant Interior Designer

Karen Blake Designs
09.2005 - 03.2009

Junior Graphic Designer

Ann Taylor Inc.
07.1995 - 12.2004

Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design

Fashion Institute of Technology
Tina Blake