Interior Designer/Manager

CAROLYN MURINO

** ****** **** *****

Howell, New Jersey 07731

732-***-****

*************@*****.***

Skills

• Broad-based knowledge from more than 20 years of experience in interior design.

• Strong background in residential design and textiles.

• Exceptional interpersonal client service skills.

• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.

Employment History

Zaksons Fine Furniture, Brick, New Jersey 2011-Present

Design Show Room Manager

• Oversee everyday transactions and operations in the showroom, including customer

service and sales.

• Advise clients on interior design factors, such as space planning, layout, and

utilization of furnishings and color coordination.

• Select furniture, art works, and accessories for show room floor.

The Robert Allen Group, Foxboro, Massachusettes 2005-2010

Sales Representative

• Promoted high-end fabric, trim, drapery hardware and furniture sales to hundreds

of accounts in New Jersey for this recognized leader in the home furnishings industry.

• Developed and managed relationships with a customer base that includes retailers

such as, Ethan Allen, Savavieh Home Furnishings and many well respected interior designers

and architects.

• Participated in ASID events and shows by representing our product for clients.

• Consistently achieved/exceeded sales goals, driving territory growth to a high of

$1.5 million.

Richard’s Interior Design, New York, New York 1996-2005

Senior Interior Designer

• Provided in home consultations in all phases of design and development.

• Subcontracted fabrication, installation, and arrangement of carpeting, accessories, paint,

wall coverings, and related items.

• Developed schematic furniture layouts via sketching and drafting.

Academic Background

The Art Institute of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

• Associates Degree in Interior Design, 1995

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