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A little
bit ABOUT
ME
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ABOUT
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I’m a Boston transplant via New York with a BFA in Interior Design. Over the past decade I have enjoyed honing in on my craft while collaborating with incredibly talented professionals. I am a true lover of all things aesthetically pleasing and people pleasing. From gnome themed weddings to trendy seasonal campaigns, I am proud of each project that has led me to be the creative I am today. I would love any opportunity to create and inspire with you.
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EXPERIENCE
TJX Companies: 12/2024 - Present
Store Designer
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Project Coordination & Store Design: Managed store design projects, including layout, décor, fixtures, department concepts, signage, and storefronts.
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Vendor Research & Selection: Guided vendor research and selection, identifying new materials, trends, and technologies to enhance design outcomes.
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Concept Creation & Design: Led design of new retail concepts, focusing on colors, materials, and finishes to align with brand vision.
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Fixture & Furniture Selection: Collaborated with Store Design Manager on selecting fixtures and furniture that matched design concepts and functional needs.
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Collaboration with External Firms: Worked with external design firms to generate ideas, offer design input, and make recommendations to senior management.
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Space Planning & Renderings: Developed space plans and 3D renderings for new store concepts, ensuring alignment with brand goals.
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Presentation Support & Coordination: Assisted in preparing and coordinating design presentations for management, ensuring clarity and project alignment.
GREAT AMERICAN ART: 7/2024-12/2024
Designer + Art Consultant
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Client-Focused Design Presentations: Created and delivered design presentations aligned with the client’s vision, balancing aesthetics and user needs.
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Art and Material Selection: Curated art, substrates, imagery, and hardware to ensure cohesive, high-quality design execution.
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Project Coordination and Delivery: Managed design delivery and installation, ensuring client satisfaction and project goals were met.
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Client Communication and Collaboration: Served as primary client contact, leading design reviews and incorporating feedback into iterations.
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Presentation Revisions and Refinement: Refined presentations to align with client vision and address feedback, ensuring functional and aesthetic goals were achieved.
WAYFAIR/BIRCH LANE: 2022-2024
Visual Merchandiser + Junior Art Director
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Campaign Design & Coordination: Led design and coordination of room types for seasonal photoshoots, aligning with trends, business objectives, and supplier initiatives.
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Omni-Channel Merchandising Strategy: Collaborated with Content team to implement a consistent omni-channel merchandising strategy, enhancing consumer experience.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Delivered design boards and pre-production documents to ensure alignment across teams for each project and campaign.
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Logistics & Supplier Management: Managed logistics for 800+ SKUs during photoshoots, ensuring smooth operations and strong supplier relationships.
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Website & Post-Production Optimization: Updated website with seasonal imagery and product assets, enhancing visual appeal and customer engagement.
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3D Modeling & Product Visualization: Created Product Detail Pages (PDPs) and room renderings in 3DS Max to boost online product visibility and sales.
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Stakeholder Alignment & Strategy: Unified stakeholders and teams to align on business goals, trends, and merchandising initiatives for seamless project execution.
WHIM EVENTS: 2014-2022
Art Director, Designer, Stylist
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Client Relationship Management: Fostered strong client relationships through monthly meetings to align on project needs, budgets, logistics, and design goals.
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Design Concept Development: Created detailed design boards to guide vendors and ensure client vision and expectations were met.
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Team Leadership & Coordination: Led teams of 10-20 freelance designers to execute design concepts, vendor setups, and event logistics seamlessly.
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Departmental Integration & Leadership: Spearheaded the creation of the design department, unifying planning and floral teams for a cohesive client experience and streamlined operations.
RESTORATION HARDWARE: 2017-2018
Design Consultant + Gallery Curator
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Ensured the upkeep of all gallery standards by performing regular maintenance on all products represented on the showroom floor.
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Implemented brand identity through floor sets to drive business and sales.
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EDUCATION
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Sage College of Albany
Albany, NY - Interior Design
2007-2011
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American Intercontinental University (Term Abroad)
London, UK - Interior Design
1/2010-3/2010
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Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY - Psychology
2006-2007
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SKILLS
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Art Direction
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Project Management & Coordination
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Styling (2D & 3D)
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Storytelling & Design Board Building
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Implementing Marketing Strategies
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Space Planning
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Pre and Post-Production presentation and implementation
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eCommerce & Omnichannel Merchandising
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Floral and Event Design for both large and small scaled events
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Budgeting for large and small creative projects
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Photoshoot Coordination
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Experience with AutoCAD, 3DS Max, Sketchup, Miro, Canva, Shopify, Workday, Dayforce, and Adobe Creative Suite