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Sacramento, Ca, Us

Sacramento - Modesto, Ca

Responsible for the sales development of custom electrical and architectural signage. In charge of prospecting for new clients, developing new market segments and making presentations to new prospects.Review signage ordinance of the local jurisdiction for thorough understanding of code requirements, and able to best interpret the code in order to negotiate with planning departments and architectural commissions.Experienced with the bid process, the construction industry and contract terms and negotiations.Manage executive accounts from the sale through fabrication and installation.

Oakland, Ca

Managed multiple projects of architectural and electrical sign packages, from the post-sale to production and installation. Daily activities included the coordination of permit procurement, creation of shop drawings, samples and prototypes, surveying field conditions, subcontractor selection, overseeing all steps of the production, controlled budget, maintain schedule, coordinated installation of signage with customer and third parties (e.g. drilling equipment, concrete suppliers, inspectors, etc.). Managed over fifty jobs at a time.

Oakland, Ca

Performed sales of custom electrical and architectural signage throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Responsible for preparing accurate proposals, design drawings and making presentations to new clients. Assisted customers with the design and defining the scope of work. Responsible to review the sign ordinance of the local jurisdiction to make sure the proposed signage meets the code requirements. Reviewed and negotiated contracts with private clients, general contractors and public entities. Handled high profile accounts (e.g., San Francisco Botanical Gardens and the City of Dublin, CA.) with contracts ranging from $400.000 to $600.000.

Venice Area, Italy

Developed the fabrication process of a new line of high-end light fixtures based in the designs of renown eighteenth century Spanish artist Mariano Fortuny. Researched original pieces and material in libraries and at the Fortuny Museum in Venice, Italy. Produced drawings and patterns, investigated suitable materials, built prototypes of lamps. Constructed molds and jigs, researched and bought equipment to set up a complete production facility. Contracted multiple italian and international sub-contractors and suppliers. Contributed to the overall design of the final product.

Certificate, Fine Arts Painting & Drawing

Certificate, Graphic Design