My name is Jennifer Galezo. I studied Architecture, but I love all kinds of design. I've grown up around construction and am very comfortable not only with behind the scenes work in office environments, but also with work in the action at job sites or with customers. I've always loved the idea of creating experiences, and making something the best it can be. I grew up as the child who liked to take everything apart, just to see how it worked, and then I'd put it all back together again. I love all the nuts and bolts that go into companies and their product, and I love learning new things and tackling problems in creative ways. I've only just gotten a taste of design, and I can't wait to see what else it offers.
Ebony and Co, New York, NY, US, Junior Project and Design Consultant
Showroom Management
- Maintaining appearance of showroom.
- Taking lead on implementing design changes and improvements to showroom space.
- Working with contractors and building management as needed for repairs and maintenance.
Sample Inventory Management
- Keeping samples organized and stocked
Sales and Customer Support
- Answering inquiries from new customers including potential projects and sample requests.
- Packing and shipping samples to clients upon request.
- Serving as first response to incoming phone calls and inquiries from the website. Working with the client to obtain detailed information about the project.
- Meeting clients in the showroom and introducing them to the Ebony and Co products and services.
- Keeping the contact database up to date.
- Reading construction documents and organizing information from plans including square footage, space details, and detailed spec information.
Event planning
- Scheduling, planning, and executing quarterly showroom designer and architect events, including organization of guest list, invitations, catering, and rentals.
Research & New Client Outreach
- Contacting new firms to schedule presentations.
- Doing Research for key decision makers for critical projects, and researching topics for client requests as needed.
Mark Galezo & Associates, Garrison, NY, US, Design Consultant
Created conceptual elevations for presentation to the city council for a commercial rehabilitation project.
Liquor Bottle International, New York, NY, US, Intern
I commuted into Manhattan once a week to practice Solidworks at Liquor Bottle International. I got to know the people who worked there, and the way the company worked. It showed me how much more there is to design, and really sparked my interest in design for all types of companies.
Busta Studio, Tappan, NY, US, Intern
As an intern at Busta Studio, I...
- Designed interior spaces and custom furniture in CAD and Sketchup
- Organized and tracked custom furniture shipments
- Placed purchase orders and worked with CFAs for products, materials, and fabrics
- Traveled to New York City to choose fabrics and items to help develop interior spaces
As well as other small tasks when I was needed.
Mark Galezo & Associates, Garrison, NY, US, Intern
Assisted in:
- Organizing employee’s schedules
- Informing employees of when to meet Mr. Galezo
- Meetings with workers on progress updates and inspection of sites
Worked on own:
- Photographing job site progress
- Doing office work such as filing and paying bills
- Researching products
Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Geneva, NY, US, Bachelors, Architecture
Relevant Courses:
-Early Modern Architecture
-History of Modern Architecture
-Sustainable Communities
-Introduction to Drawing Studio
-Three Dimensional Design Studio
-Architectural Design Studio I
-Architectural Design Studio II
-Advanced Design Architectural Studio
-Words and Pictures: Topics in Contemporary Photography
Scuola Leonardo Da Vinci, Rome, Italy, Study Abroad
Relevant Courses:
-The Art and Architecture of Italy
-Italian Language and Culture
-Modern and Contemporary Italian Art
