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T. Craig Gottschall
Ferry Circle
Alpharetta, GA. 30022
abso7t@r.postjobfree.com
SUMMARY
Performance driven Interior Designer & Visual Merchandiser, in the RTW,
Men's, Home Furnishings and Cosmetic retail environment. Proven track
record in luxury retail, creating unique and innovative merchandising
design solutions. Proven ability to contribute to company goals and
profits. Versatile Interior Designer in both residential and commercial
projects, and some store design projects as well.
AREAS OF STRENGTH
Artistic Ability Organizational Skills Problem Solving
Conceptual thinking Leadership Skills Customer Service
Interpersonal Skills Attention to Detail Employee Mentoring
Communication Skills Time Management Project Management
Teamwork Relationship Building Opportunity
Identification
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Craig Gottschall, Interior Design, Fort Lauderdale, FL
1994 - Present
Visual Merchandiser & Interior Designer
. Implement innovative design solutions for both residential and commercial
customers by adding value to the residential sales price and create new
concepts to increase profits at retail.
. Create and execute compelling visual and presentation changes in retail
stores that engage and stimulate sales activity.
. Create Installation of unique seasonal d cor for both residential and
commercial properties.
levenger, Delray Beach, FL
2002 - 2005
Visual Director
. Developed and created a new visual direction for merchandising
presentation at the catalogue home office store that became the standard
for all future stores.
. Directed the new visual design roll out in three new store openings;
launched the retail division and trained new employees.
. Participated in the buying decision process with buyers for seasonal
merchandise; selected and purchased furniture and accessories for sales
and visual propping
. Communicated retail merchandising strategies to the retail team to
coincide with catalog drop dates.
. Created and implemented monthly merchandising objectives and floor plans
within store deadlines.
ABC CARPET AND HOME, Delray Beach, FL
1999 - 2001
Visual Manager/Home Furnishings
. Developed new merchandising strategies; implemented a boutique retail
style look in a warehouse environment that increased traffic flow to the
new furnishings, antique & accessories department.
. Managed and hired a retail team of four; trained team on merchandising
initiatives and customer service skills.
. Styled and merchandised the New York Flagship store with current and
directed retail team in implementing new floor plans.
Craig Gottschall
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NUANCE GLOBAL SHIPS, DIVISION OF SWISSAIR, Fort Lauderdale, FL
1998 - 1999
Visual Director
. Designed and directed merchandising initiatives and floor plans for 32
leased departments store shops on cruise ships.
. Educated cruise ship retail store managers and employees on new trend
direction.
. Sailed and supervised the implementation of modern merchandising
techniques at sea.
NEIMAN MARCUS, Dallas, TX
1996-1997
Visual Manager
. Managed a team of seven in the execution of window design, cosmetics
events and designer trunk shows. Achieved deadlines to coincide with
newspaper and catalog co-opted vendor advertising.
. Communicated directly with couture fashion designers and the fashion
office to ensure successful public relation events; achieved departmental
budget goals on all events.
. Coordinated successful installation and window display for the annual
Dallas Crystal Charity event featuring a well renowned clothing designer.
. Designed and directed staff in styling of galleries at Dallas Art Museum
for successful annual Beaux Arts Ball fundraising event.
BLOOMINGDALE'S, New York City, NY
1990-1995
Creative Assistant to the VP Furniture Fashion Office
. Achieved recognition in an article in the New York Times for creating a
program at Bloomindales to sell used in-store visual props at
Bloomingdale's as part of a budget reclamation initiative.
. Promoted from within and managed a design team of twelve employees;
contributed to double digit growth in home furnishings for four
consecutive years.
. Executed merchandising strategies in the cosmetics division within
promotion deadlines; maintained visual displays on the sales floor and
within store windows.
Education
Associates of Science, Retail Arts
Ivy School of Art, Pittsburgh, PA
Computer Skills
Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs
Icovia Interior Design software
Auto desk Homestyler
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