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Experience

Office Assistant

Jun 2024 - Present
Luther Quintana Upholstery
Brooklyn, NY

  • Developed estimates and work orders, processed clients’ materials, and oversaw production schedules to maintain workflow efficiency and ensure on-time delivery of custom and reupholstered furniture and soft furnishings.

  • Created detailed sketches and CAD drawings to communicate design concepts and support the development of bespoke furniture pieces for interior designers and decorators.

  • Coordinated communication between upholsterers, fabricators, and interior designers to align technical feasibility with creative vision and meet client expectations.

Interior Design Intern

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

  • Sourced materials and managed sample requests and returns with vendors.

  • Maintained and organized the studio’s material library to improve accessibility.

  • Prepared presentation decks and project binders for client meetings.

  • Produced detailed CAD drawings of custom furniture pieces.

Program Coordinator

Jun 2023 - May 2024
Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NY

  • Collaborated with a 7-person team to develop strategies and social media content promoting resource, reuse and waste reduction among students.

  • Designed graphics and promotional materials for sustainability initiatives, including Pratt Earth Action Week.

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

Interior Design Intern

Sep 2023 - Dec 2023
Lindsey Walsh Interior Design
Remote

  • Sourced furniture, materials, fixtures, and decorative objects for residential design projects.

  • Assisted with space planning and furniture layouts using AutoCAD.

  • Supported project iterations by refining plans and selections based on client feedback.

Social Media Manager Intern

May 2023 - Sep 2023
Interiors By Natasha
Remote

  • Developed and executed a cohesive social media strategy to elevate the studio’s online presence.

  • Created audiovisual content using Adobe Premiere to showcase services, projects, and behind-the-scenes processes.

  • Designed branded graphic elements to improve visual consistency across social media platforms.

Artist Studio Assistant

Dec 2020 - Aug 2021 (Seasonal)
S319

Brooklyn, NY

  • Executed vinyl stencil and mask applications for door numbers, signs, and directories at Industry City, Brooklyn, ensuring accurate placement and clean finishes.

  • Carried out decorative murals and objects using masking tape, vinyl stencils, spray paint, and acrylic paint, precisely following design specifications.

  • Maintained materials, tools, and workspace to support smooth workflow and consistent quality while collaborating with team members to meet project deadlines.

Education

Thomas Jefferson University

MS Sustainable Design
Aug 2024 - Present

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Expected August 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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