Resume
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design & Minor in Architectural Lighting Design
Achievements & Awards
TCU College of Fine Arts Dean’s List (2022-2024)
TCU Dean’s List (2020-2024)
IIDA Student Member (2020-2024)
TCU Interior Design Program(2020-2024)
IDEC Refugee Student Competition (2023)
Istituto Lorenzo de’ Medici Art in The Square Annual Art Exhibition (2023)
Professional Experience
Technical Skills
AutoCAD
SketchUp
Enscape Rendering Plug-In
Revit
Adobe (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
Canva
AGI 32
Elum Tools
Studio Designer
Airtable
Coconstruct
Bluebeam
Project Involvement
Conceptual & Design Development Experience
- Collaborated with principal designer to develop the overall design vision, ensuring concepts aligned with client goals, and functional requirements.
- Researched and sourced inspiration from trade shows, vendor showrooms, and social media to create a conceptual design intent.
- Prepared mood boards and presentation materials, including color palettes, fabric schemes, and finish selections, to communicate design direction to clients.
- Created floor plans, elevations, and furniture layouts in AutoCAD and SketchUp refining space planning for aesthetics and functionality.
- Selected furnishings, lighting, fixtures, and finishes, considering scale, proportion, durability, and budget while maintaining the design intent.
- Sample Coordination – Requested and organized finish samples, memos, and COM submissions for client presentations and approvals.
- Developed client presentations and design packets with detailed specifications, concept imagery, and preliminary budgets for approval.
- Prepared presentation rooms and materials to enhance client comfort and elevate the overall presentation quality
- Reselected details and coordinated directly with clients to refine and adjust designs, ensuring all finishes, furnishings, and layouts reflected evolving needs and feedback.
- Attended Trade shows such as Round Top, High Point , and Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas to get inspiration and source furnishings for current and future clients.
Construction Administration Experience
- Created a Full Construction Document set including the drawing, tagging and noting on Floor Plan, Furnishings Plan, Finish Plan, Reflected Ceiling Plan, Electrical Plans, Interior Sections & Elevations.
- Worked closely with designers, architects, and contractors to integrate finishes, millwork details, and custom elements into construction drawings.
- Maintained and updated design documentation throughout the project, incorporating client feedback and revisions into plans and finish schedules.
- Lead Installation Coordination Support – Attended and lead final installation logistics by verifying delivery schedules, room placement, and white-glove service needs.
Procurement Experience
- Entered detailed specifications for all furnishings, materials, and custom finishes within Studio Designer, ensuring accuracy in dimensions, fabrics, finishes, and pricing to maintain clear records for design and accounting purposes.
- Requested RFQs from vendors and analyzed bids to secure pricing while maintaining design.
- Created and issued client proposals through Studio Designer, compiling product details, pricing, and lead times for internal review and client approval.
- Coordinated with vendors to issue purchase orders, confirm product availability, and monitor production schedules, ensuring timely order placement and fulfillment.
- Managed logistics and payments, including tracking shipments, reconciling invoices, and verifying that final pricing matched approved proposals and purchase orders.
- Collaborated with Accounting Managers to ensure payments were processed accurately and all transaction received proper approval
- Monitored project budgets and timelines, proactively identifying delays or cost discrepancies to maintain smooth operations and client satisfaction.
- Lead Time & Production Oversight – Tracked lead times and production updates to anticipate delays, providing proactive solutions to keep projects on schedule.
- Claims & Damage Resolution – Handled freight claims and coordinated replacements or repairs for damaged or defective items, ensuring seamless problem resolution.
- Trained and onboarded employees on Studio Designer, developing step-by-step workflows and best practices to improve team efficiency and understanding of the procurement process.
- Lead Installation Coordination Support – Attended and lead final installation logistics by verifying delivery schedules, room placement, and white-glove service needs.
Administrative Experience
- Experienced in small and large firm settings; able to work autonomously as well as contribute effectively in team environments.
- Onboarded and trained new employees to ensure smooth integration and consistent performance standards.
- Developed comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures for construction documentation, site visits, procurement, installation, and overall workflow processes.
- Created Budget Master Sheets and proposal templates to support accurate estimating and maintain alignment with project budgets.
- Managed design-related errands, including picking up and delivering samples to vendors and clients.
- Organized and maintained the studio’s material library to improve accessibility and workflow efficiency.
- Built and programmed Airtable systems for vendor organization, enabling the firm to streamline operations and sell templates to other Interior Design firms.
- Scheduled and attended vendor meetings and lunch-and-learns to continuously expand product knowledge and industry trends.