Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Affiliations
Work History
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Vanessa A. Garza

McAllen,TX
Vanessa A. Garza

Summary

Innovative professional with experience in several creative fields. Hardworking, passionate and ready to adapt and learn new skills. Organized and highly dependable. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive outlook and attitude. Excellent at customer relations and always willing to problem solve. Detail-oriented with an eye for art, design and architecture.

Overview

16
years of professional experience
1
Language

Work History

Keller Williams powered by PLACE
McAllen, TX

Realtor
08.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Increase property sales by effectively marketing listings and utilizing strong negotiation skills.
  • Built lasting relationships with clients through excellent communication, personalized service, and dedication to their needs.
  • Assist clients in navigating complex financial transactions, ensuring a smooth process from start to end.
  • Provided expert advice on property values, guiding clients to make informed decisions when buying or selling homes.

Our Lady Of Sorrows School

Art Teacher
01.2020 - 05.2021

Job overview

  • Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
  • Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
  • Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create stimulating art curriculums.
  • Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
  • Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects
  • Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques

Pottery Barn

Interior Designer
03.2018 - 12.2019

Job overview

  • Conducted client consultations to understand requirements and preferences.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
  • Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
  • Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
  • Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
  • Utilized computer-aided design (CAD) software to create plans and mockups of room layouts.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations
  • Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals
  • Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations

L.L.Bean

Operations Merchandiser
10.2015 - 08.2017

Job overview

  • Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
  • Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.
  • Developed merchandising strategy to efficiently move overstock.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
  • Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility

NIU Urban Living

Interior Designer
09.2008 - 07.2010

Job overview

  • Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials, and products.
  • Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals.
  • Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
  • Researched and stayed current on industry trends to incorporate new products into designs.
  • Implemented multiple high-end residential and commercial interior design projects within cost, quality and timeframe targets.
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent

Education

Kaplan University
, Texas

from Real Estate
2022

ITeachTexas
, Texas

Teaching Certification
2007

University of The Incarnate Word
, San Antonio, TX

Bachelor of Arts from Interior Environmental Design
12.2002

Skills

  • Creativity and Artistic Expression
  • Art Styles and Techniques
  • Color Theory Mastery
  • Interior Planning
  • Project Management Abilities
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Instructional Techniques
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Student Mentoring
  • Use of Color
  • Classroom Management

Languages

Spanish

Certification

Real Estate License

Affiliations

  • Keller Williams
  • PLACE

Work History

Keller Williams powered by PLACE
McAllen, Tx

Realtor
08.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Work flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Work in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Advise clients on staging techniques to enhance property appearance and increase buyer interest during showings.
  • Generate leads for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals.
  • Develop and implemented marketing strategies to maximize sales and attract new clients.

Timeline

Realtor

Keller Williams powered by PLACE
08.2023 - Current

Art Teacher

Our Lady Of Sorrows School
01.2020 - 05.2021

Interior Designer

Pottery Barn
03.2018 - 12.2019

Operations Merchandiser

L.L.Bean
10.2015 - 08.2017

Interior Designer

NIU Urban Living
09.2008 - 07.2010

Kaplan University

from Real Estate

ITeachTexas

Teaching Certification

University of The Incarnate Word

Bachelor of Arts from Interior Environmental Design
Vanessa A. Garza