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New York, Ny, Us

New York, New York, United States

New York, New York, United States

Greater New York City Area

• Managed & coordinated the design process of residential spaces from design development & procurement through installation & photography.• Directed a small team of interior design consultants.• Assessed and reported inventory needs & cash flow forecasts.• Assured consistent brand standards were met across external teams.• Standardized and streamlined purchasing processes with the Design Director.• Resolved complex challenges within budget & time constraints.• Cultivated new and existing relationships with vendors & contractors.• Managed social media platforms & email marketing campaigns.

Greater New York City Area

• Designed shared residential homes (CoLiving) at a pace of 4-6 new build-outs per month. The design process included space planning, presentation development, procurement, installation oversight, and photography direction.• Worked closely with the Design Director to generate design proposals, understand deliverables, and meet deadlines within budget.• Gained a deep understanding of FFE, OSE, and industry trends.

San Marcos, Texas

• Wrote specifications & ensured accuracy between specifications and quotes from vendors.• Reviewed signage packages for accuracy.• Developed design concepts, including design boards showing layout, colors, textures, furniture, & amenities. • Reviewed residential facilities for current conditions & created a strategy to bring each facility up to standard.• Met with appropriate stakeholders to conduct focus group regarding possible improvements & prepare summary of comments shared. • Gave presentation(s) regarding design concepts. • Assisted in developing budgets for assigned projects. • Participated in renovation or new construction project planning meetings. • Contacted FF&E vendors to obtain quotations and samples of materials for projects. • Assisted with coordinating installation of new FF&E.• Updated, organized & maintained the design space, plans/records, and material library.

Greater Los Angeles Area

• Created presentations, material reference boards, and material reference binders. • Developed custom millwork and furniture in AutoCAD based on inspiration images. • Verified consistencies between red-lined CD's and active AutoCAD files• Updated and maintained the material resource library. • Contacted vendors and sales representatives to procure samples, quotes, and information.• Attended and assisted with sales representative presentations, ranging from architectural stone to aroma therapy to custom crystal chandeliers.

Online

• Designed and produced calligraphic prints.• Developed shop aesthetic and brand.• Marketed products through social media platforms, mainly Instagram.

Colleyville, Texas

• Assisted owner in all design phases from initial consultations through installation.• Procured furniture and accessories from local vendors and makers.• Refurbished vintage furniture and accessories.• Collaborated with the owner in the planning of industry and marketing events.• Maintained professional demeanor when interacting with clients.• Managed a retail space at a local antique mall.