Tessa Mckerr Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

- Assisted designers with current projects by executing a multitude of tasks ranging from creative to administrative responsibilities- Coordinated details with vendors and sales reps to meet project deliverables while verifying pricing, lead times, and specifications for materials needed- Maintained sample library to ensure that all materials are current and organized - Managed time billing and project documents via StudioDesigner

- Coordinated with manufacturing representatives regarding new and discontinued products while ordering most current samples needed- Designed floor plans for commercial office spaces and schools using ProjectMatrix in AutoCAD- Developed color schemes and compelling client presentations using Adobe InDesign- Organized sample library while serving as the key resource for material selection catered to client requirements

Greater Chicago Area

- Provided clients with top IT talent through sourcing, outreach, interviewing, and coaching technical professionals in assigned areas- Supported sales initiatives by meeting with vendors to understand IT business requirements and candidate qualifications - Negotiated with candidates and clients on compensation rates and contractual agreements- Successfully executed IT sales and recruiting efforts, resulting in being recognized as a Quarterly Top Performer and graduating first in my training class among 40 employees achieved by closing the most deals

- Collaborated with design and sales teams to develop project proposals and presentations that executed client vision while meeting their budget and timeline requirements - Updated tracking and pricing details for commercial and residential operations while maintaining inventory for assigned projects

Greater Chicago Area

- Assisted clients with the interior design of bedrooms and dorm rooms through understanding their budget standards and style preferences to achieve their ultimate design concepts- Routinely exceeded monthly sales quotas through delivering first-class customer service to each Dormify guest- Assisted customers with general inquiries, shipment issues, and product information both over the phone and in person

Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Area

- Implemented excellent communication and strategic selling techniques to drive company sales and ensure customer satisfaction- Demonstrated the ability to multitask while managing inventory and tending to customers- Effectively practiced time management, working nearly 15 hours per week while enrolled as a full-time student

Master Of Arts - Ma, Interior Design

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Basc, Communication, General

Activities and Societies: Alpha Alpha Zeta Chapter of Lambda Pi Eta (the National Communication Honor Society), Iota Chapter of Delta.

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Basc, Communication, General

Activities and Societies: Study abroad program