Summary of Qualifications

  • Experienced 3- Dimensional Designer in Event Planning, Residential and Commercial Design
  • Bachelor of Design Degree - specializing in Fashion Communication 
  • Assisted with the design and creation of residential and commercial spaces for various clients 
  • Supervised several support teams and ensured event decor was completed on time and met client standards
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Naturally creative and excel in hands-on activities
  • Comfortable speaking to groups and expressing ideas
  • Able to use hand, air and power tools 
  • Proficient in MS Word, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Mac programs

Work Experience
 
EQ3, Burlington, ON                                                                                                                                                              February 2014 - Present
In Home Consultant
  • Meet with clients in their home to design their spaces with EQ3 products. Using samples and floor plans to illustrate the overall look
  • Consult on wall colour and other non EQ3 element such as art placement and window treatments 
  • Quote and process custom upholstery orders for clients on their selections         
  • Work with designers through the Designer Incentive Program, including designer events
  • Follow up on orders, processing and scheduling pick up's and delivery's 
  • Store Visual Merchandiser, follow and maintain Visual Directives from head office
  • Assisted in installing EQ3's "Mondo Condo" at The Toronto Home Show at the Toronto Convention Centre

Bryan Jackson Design, Toronto, ON                                                                                                                                 June 2011 - June 2012
Assistant Designer (Bryan Jackson Design)
  • Developed event concepts and storyboarded several theme options for clients
  • Attended meetings with clients; pitched ideas and assessed locations
  • Sourced and purchased materials, rented props, equipment and furniture, set up deliveries and pick ups, organized props and materials 
  • Built teams of contract employees for large events and organized contact lists and schedules
  • Served as primary point of contact and liaison with clients, suppliers and employees
  • Supervised on-site crews for event set ups by organizing teams, materials and delegating projects 
  • Designed layout and applied vinyl to a variety of surfaces
  • Produced quotes and invoices for clients and followed up with clients to ensure payments were made
  • Performed data entry and record keeping of expenses and project budget reports
  • Designed and maintained website and created Illustrator mock-ups of a space or stage design
Assistant Designer / Assistant Manager (Kitch Eats and Beats)
  • Developed concept, sourced materials and furnishings
  • Painted, wallpapered, hung art, arranged furniture and assembled fixtures
  • Organized receipts, created budget reports and prepared spreadsheets for accountant 
  • Completed application for Liquor Licence and Fire Code Book 
  • Created to scale floor plans required for Liquor Licence using Illustrator
  • Designed drink menu and redesigned menu as required for daily specials
  • Worked with clients to organize special events including menu selections and media presentations

Holt Renfrew, Toronto, ON                                                                                                                                                        June 2008 - June 2011
Studio Technician / Accessory Stylist 
  • Provided technical skills including execution, implementation and maintenance of the integrity of the display
  • Responsible for project management; broke down tasks, roles and responsibilities and delegated to other team members 
  • Maintained inventory of the studio’s materials and supplies by keeping track of use and managing ordering schedules
  • Built props using materials including wood, foam core, PVC tubing, fabric, paint and other items as necessary to properly display clients merchandise
  • Sourced and purchased all props and materials and maintained a company credit card and tracked and reported department expenditures



Freelance Work

Carry Maternity, Toronto, ON                                                                                                                                                  August 2013 - present
  • Designed, constructed and installed window displays

Girl on the Wing, Hamilton, ON                                                                                                                                                    July 2013 - present
  • Designed, constructed and installed window displays
  • Location scouted and prop styled photo shoot for seasonal look books

Bedouin Events Inc, Toronto, ON                                                                                                                                                     September 2013
  • Assisted on Costumes and Decor for a pop up restaurant during TIFF

Keller Williams Realty, Burlington, ON                                                                                                                                                         July 2012
  • Designed agent logo and newsletter 

Photasia, Toronto, ON                                                                                                                                                                                    (Spring) 2011
  • Prop creation and styling for children's portraits by photographer Carla De Silva 

Dara Dot Design, Toronto, ON                                                                                                                                                                February 2011
  • Set / Prop stylist for 2011 Spring accessory line 

House of Commons, Toronto, ON                                                                                                                                                    December 2010
  • Consulted with owner to design a unique and intimate dining experience  for an underground restaurant

Illuminato (Black Watch After Party), Toronto, ON                                                                                                                              July 2009
  • Event set up at the Intercontinental Hotel 
Zazzies, Burlington, ON                                                                                                                                                                            (Summer) 2005
  •  Assistant Visual Merchandiser 


Education

Ryerson University, Toronto, ON                                                                                                                                                                               2008
Bachelor of Design Degree - specializing in Fashion Communication