DONNA RAE DOUBLEDAY
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SUMMARY
Interior design professional with over ten years of work related experience. Broad-based design knowledge with strong client relationship and project management skills. Adept in managing customer requirements and expectations toward implementation of interior design and space planning solutions.
EDUCATION
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelor of Science, Interior Design, (Degree in progress)
New England Institute of Technology, Warwick/East Greenwich, RI
Associate in Science, Interior Design and Architecture, May 2012
EXPERIENCE
General Dynamics, Electric Boat Division, New London, CT
Senior Draftsperson February 2015 – Present
Responsible for development and space planning of electrical design components for submarine system arrangements
Develop 3D drawings from system diagrams, design sketches, manufacturing assembly processes, and test data
Follow design process directives and military specifications to meet system drawing guidelines
Communicate with other design disciplines (Piping, Mechanical, Structural, HVAC) to develop cohesive final arrangements
Instruct NX 3D software classes for new employees and new users
Demonstrated proficiency with 2D and 3D software: AutoCAD, Revit, and NX
Restyle Design Studio, East Greenwich, RI
Design Assistant Internship January 2011 - April 2011
Proficient with AutoCAD and Revit to develop client floor plans and 3D drawings
Assisted with residential client consultations, concept development, presentation boards and in delivering design proposals to clients for new home and renovation projects
Partnered with clients to translate their needs and requirements into implementable design concepts and worked through the refinement process to achieve final client selection
Managed multiple client interior design engagements while attending college full-time
Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, Groton/New London, CT
Senior Administrative Assistant July 2004 - May 2009
Restructured shared electronic workspace (Insight), provided training and technical support to enable collaborative sharing of technical and scientific information for the global Pfizer Development Sciences team
Coordinated workshops and partnered with development medical leads to align blended clinical project teams with Pfizer and industry practices and standards
Assumed lead role on multiple projects in coordinating with site-based administrators on logistics and scheduling for international meetings
Managed multiple calendars, scheduled local and offsite meetings, responsible for foreign and domestic travel arrangements, expense reports and financial tracking
Project Coordinator March 2000 - July 2004
Performed lead coordinator role support major Pfizer facilities building projects.
Responsibilities included liaising with construction vendors, service suppliers, internal and external project team members to manage scope, status and cost across all aspects of facilities projects
Responsible for financial tracking of building projects utilizing Primavera computer software
Maintained project plans regarding contract, budget, purchase orders, change proposals, invoices and other construction documentation
Commercial Printers, Norwich, CT
Chief Production Planner January 1995 - December 1999
Accountable for production planning of high-revenue client printing projects
Serviced clients with product information, discussed product solutions, job specifications and provided implementation support
Worked within customer time lines and with production staff to produce and deliver printed materials
Coordinated multiple projects for large printing facility. Partnered with customer, sales and production departments regarding job specifications, pricing, proofs and delivery schedule
SOFTWARE AND OTHER EXPERIENCE
AutoCAD, Revit, NX, SketchUp, Microsoft Office Suite, Space Planning, Color & Material Selection, Customer Service, Graphic Design, Concept Development, Presentation, Photoshop, Microsoft Outlook, Project Management
KEY SKILLS AND STRENGTHS
Strong presentation and drafting skills
Interior Design Degree with broad-based knowledge and experience
Exceptional interpersonal skills: Team worker, collaborative, ability to also work independently
Strong customer service background and experience in earning client trust and inspiring confidence
Organized and detail-oriented with ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong work ethic and highly motivated to do outstanding work
RELATED ACTIVITIES
Habitat for Humanity Volunteer: Worked at construction site with project engineering team on new single-family home in Waterford, Connecticut
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST