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Experience

Office Assistant

Jun 2024 - Present
Luther Quintana Upholstery
Brooklyn, NY

  • Developed estimates and work orders, processed clients’ materials, and monitored project plans and schedules to ensure punctual delivery of upholstered furniture, draperies, pillows, cushions, and more.

  • Created sketches and CAD drawings to communicate ideas and develop custom furniture for interior designers and decorators.

  • Assisted with office operations and provided administrative support.

Interior Design Intern

Jan 2024 - May 2024
Augusta Hoffman Studio
New York, NY

  • Contacted vendors to inquire about prices and request and return material samples.

  • Maintained and updated the sample library.

  • Prepared client’s presentation slides and project binders.

  • Developed furniture drawings on AutoCAD.

Program Coordinator

Jun 2023 - May 2024
Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NY

  • Collaborated with a team of 7 people to brainstorm ideas, strategies, and social media content to encourage students to repurpose supplies and tools, giving them a longer life cycle and reducing waste.

  • Created graphics and posters to promote Pratt’s sustainability initiatives such as the Pratt Earth Action Week.

  • Conducted research on sustainable materials to expand the resources offered at the Pratt Sustainability Center.

Interior Design Intern

Sep 2023 - Dec 2023
Lindsey Walsh Interior Design
Remote

  • Sourced and procured furniture, fabric, wall coverings, lighting, area rugs, and more.

  • Contacted showrooms to request material samples.

  • Assisted with iteration and drafting of furniture plans in AutoCAD

Social Media Manager Intern

May 2023 - Sep 2023
Interiors By Natasha
Remote

  • Researched, created, and executed a social media strategy to build a more cohesive and impactful image of the studio and to gain more presence online.

  • Created audiovisual content on Adobe Premiere to showcase the skills, services, and works of the designer.

  • Designed graphic elements to bring more visual cohesion across the social media of the studio.

Artist Studio Assistant

Dec 2020 - Aug 2021 (Seasonal)
S319

Brooklyn, NY

  • Prepared and trimmed vinyl stencils and masks to install door numbers, signs, and directories.

  • Created decorative objects and murals using masking tape, vinyl stencils, spray paint, and acrylic paint.

Education

Thomas Jefferson University

MS Sustainable Design
Aug 2024 - PRESENT

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Expected Aug 2026

Pratt Institute

BFA Interior Design
Sustainability Studies Minor
Aug 2020 - May 2024

GPA 3.65

Awards

Environmental Sustainability Awards

Pratt Institute
May 2024

Outstanding Service to Pratt's Sustainability Initiatives

Skills

Schematic Design
Project Management
Sketch
Problem-solving
Communication
Organization
Time Management

Software

AutoCAD

Revit

Rhinoceros

Enscape

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Languages

English Professional
Spanish Native
Cantonese Elementary
French Elementary

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