Elizabeth Barber
*********@***.*** Phone: 816-***-****
Professional Summary
Award-winning Senior Interior Designer with 20+ years of experience leading residential projects from concept to completion. Expert in client communication, design software, project budgeting, and construction oversight. Adept at managing remote collaborations and virtual presentations. Seeking a remote leadership role to bring creativity, precision, and organization to a forward-thinking firm.
Skills
Budgeting & Timeline Management
Vendor & Contractor Coordination
Client & Team Communication
Client Presentations & Relationship Management
Remote Collaboration (Zoom, Teams, Slack)
Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Project Proposals & Visual Design Tools
Administrative & Operational oversight
Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite tools
Calendar Management & Travel Coordination
Expense Reporting & Office Operations
Confidentiality & Organizational Skills
Design & Project Execution
Residential Interior Design
Floor Planning & Space Optimization
Color Theory & Lighting Design
Material & Furniture Selection
Work Experience
Owner / Principal Interior Designer
EB Designs & Interiors – Kansas City, MO
May 2004 – Present
Completed 100+ residential projects from design concept to construction, tailored to client lifestyle, taste, and budget.
Created visual design proposals and detailed floor plans using digital tools for in-person and remote presentations.
Managed all design phases: layout, materials, color palettes, lighting, furniture sourcing, and space planning.
Oversaw contractor coordination, vendor relationships, budgeting, scheduling, and on-site implementation.
Conducted virtual check-ins with clients and teams, ensuring transparency and satisfaction throughout each project.
Branch Office Administrator
Edward Jones Financial – Lee’s Summit, MO
Jan 2006 – Dec 2015
Provided high-level administrative support including calendar management, travel planning, and event coordination.
Prepared reports, presentations, and correspondence while handling confidential information with discretion.
Managed expense tracking, reconciliations, and timely reimbursement submissions. Prioritized communication flow for executives, handling inquiries and scheduling with clients and internal teams.
Education
A.A.S. – Interior Design
Johnson County Community College – Overland Park, KS Graduated: December 2003
Honors: Dean’s Honor Graduate
Awards & Publications
Best Design Award, Parade of Homes
Featured, Kansas City Home and Gardens Magazine