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Goitse Kgopana

Goitse Kgopana

Boca Raton, FL, US

 

About 

Originally from Botswana, Southern Africa I have been able to travel the world studied in Asia and Australia. This allowing me to become apart and experience various cultures this sparked my passion of cultural design.  I believe as designers we have the ability to create interiors that reflect not only the occupants personality but create interiors that bring fourth identity and culture which plays a rather large role in our everyday life and how we interact with others and the built enviornment. As an Interior Architect designing to better the lives of occupants of the built environment.

Employment 

Oz Roller Shutters, Perth City, AU, Sales assistant

Was involved in turning leads into sales for a company that is known for providing elegant protection for windows and doors. The company delivers cutting edge fittings solutions to different kind of clients in more than national wide.

Duties:
• Involved in consultative sales and business development.
• Have a proven track record for meeting goals and deadlines.
• Using analytical and negotiating skills to firstly asses a clients needs,
suggest a package for them and then sell it to them.
• Bringing in new business to the company and serving the needs of my existing clients.
• Cold calling companies via phone to generate leads and prospects.
• Negotiating, selling and closing opportunities.

Jan 2010 - Jun 2010
 

Sasa Interiors, Gaborone, BW, Junior Interior Designer

JUNIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER June 2007– January 2010 (Full time for one year and during semester breaks from 2008)

Responsible for ensuring that construction projects become fully operational through providing design advice and selecting the best technology, tools and materials.
• Liaising with surveyors & other construction professionals regarding a project brief.
• Analysing architectural plans/drawings, highlighting any possible risks or problems.
• Selecting the best materials and processes for a project.
• Liaising with clients about the design that they want.
• Conducting periodic on-site observation of work during construction to
monitor compliance with plans.
• Preparing and presenting design proposals to clients.
• Producing detailed drawings and renders

Jun 2007 - May 2010
 

Rifo Cafe, Perth City, AU, Waitress

Working as part of a team that includes mangers, hosts and bartenders. Responsible for welcoming guests to the restaurant and promoting the food and beverage menu whilst serving/delivering food and drinks to guests.

Duties:
• Delivering outstanding food and beverage service to customers.
• Greeting all guests, using the guests’ name as often as possible.
• Taking orders from guests and offering advice on the menu.
• Ensuring the Cashier Tally Sheets are accurate and any discrepancies are noted and signed by a supervisor.
• Adhering to all Licensing Laws and Weights and Measure Acts.
• Keeping the Place of Work and surrounding area clean and organized at all times.

May 2008 - Aug 2009
 

Education 

Curtin University of Technology, Perth, AU, BArch, BA Interior Architecture

Jan 2008 - Nov 2012
 

Limkokwing university, kuala Lumpar MY, BArch, Foundation Interior Architecture

Sep 2005 - Jun 2007
 

Legae Academy, Gaborone, BW, High School, High School

Jan 2000 - Nov 2004
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills