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Experience

Luther Quintana Upholstery

Project Manager & Design Assistant
April 2026 - Present
Office Assistant
Jun 2024 - April 2026
Brooklyn, NY

  • Manage estimates, work orders, and production schedules for 30+ custom upholstery and soft furnishing projects, ensuring efficient workflows and on-time delivery.

  • Produce detailed sketches and CAD drawings translating design concepts into fabrication-ready specifications for bespoke furniture pieces.

  • Coordinate with upholsterers, fabricators, and interior designers to align construction methods with design intent and client expectations.

  • Oversee client-provided materials, ensuring accuracy, proper handling, and readiness for production.

  • Resolve production and material challenges by coordinating with vendors and workroom teams, minimizing delays and maintaining project timelines.

Augusta Hoffman Studio

Interior Design Intern
Jan 2024 - May 2024
New York, NY

  • Sourced materials and managed sample requests, tracking vendor communication and returns to maintain project timelines.

  • Organized and maintained the material library, improving accessibility and team efficiency.

  • Prepared presentation decks and project binders for client meetings.
    Developed CAD drawings for custom furniture pieces.

Pratt Institute

Program Coordinator
June 2023 - May 2024
Brooklyn, NY

  • Collaborated with a 7-person team to develop initiatives promoting material reuse and waste reduction.

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

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

Lindsey Walsh Interior Design

Interior Design Intern
Sep 2023 - Dec 2023
Remote

  • Sourced furniture, finishes, fixtures, and decorative elements for residential projects.

  • Developed space planning studies and furniture layouts using AutoCAD.

  • Refined design iterations based on client feedback.

Interiors By Natasha

Social Media Management Intern
May 2023 - Sep 2023
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.

S319

Artist Studio Assistant

Dec 2020 - Aug 2021 (Seasonal)

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, Expected Aug 2027

Online

Pratt Institute

BFA Interior Design, Sustainability Studies Minor
Aug 2020 - May 2024

Brooklyn, NY

Awards

Environmental Sustainability Awards

Pratt Institute
May 2024

Outstanding Service to Pratt's Sustainability Initiatives

Skills

Project Management
Furniture & Upholstery Design
Space Planning & Layouts
CAD Drafting
3D Modeling & Visualization
Sketching & Concept Development
Technical / Shop Drawings
Visual Communication & Presentation

Software

AutoCAD

Revit

Rhinoceros

Enscape

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Languages

English Professional
Spanish Native
Cantonese Elementary

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