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Amanda Jones

Amanda Jones

Granville, NY, US

 

About 

I am a recent graduate of Interior design, seeking full time employment.

I believe as an interior designer the focus of a design is based on function, safety and aesthetics. With a focus on function and detailed design, interior design should be a reflection of the client’s style and chosen aesthetic creating a personalized design. Through the use of elements such as detail, symmetry and color, as well as various other aspects, a timeless design is created. In addition, creating spaces that are beautiful, inviting and livable are elements to a successful design. My personal design style is inspired by a reflection of elements of nature. Through the application of natural woods, an earthy color palette selection, and components of sustainability, nature is incorporated into the spaces to design a comfortable environment. The intended outcome is for the client to enter the space which will leave a lasting impression.

Elsewhere:

Employment 

Irving Tissue-Protrans, Fort Edward, NY, US, Store Room Assistant/ Fork Truck Operator

Updated inventory, shipped and received machine parts, stocked inventory and answered phones. Moved and installed two VLM inventory machines and received parts for new paper machine. Received New York State Certified Fork Truck operator’s license.

May 2010 - current
 

Davidson Brothers Brewery, Glens Falls, NY, US, Server

Worked in the front of the house as a server.

May 2012 - Aug 2012
 

The Design Network, Queensbury, NY, US, Design Intern

Assisted with large scale hospitality design project; AutoCAD plans, artwork selection, review of other plans before submittal.

May 2012 - Aug 2012
 

Project REACH, Cazenovia, NY, US, Peer Mentor

Selected and hired through a competitive process to serve as a role model and peer counselor for first year students; support students in the transition to college and foster academic and social success; organize and facilitate group and individual meetings; plan and budget events; assess needs of students and provide information and referrals to campus and community services.

Aug 2010 - Dec 2011
 

Thebault Design, Manchester Center, VT, US, Design Assistant

Assisted with designing residential spaces and home installations; helped clientele with fabric and finish selections.

Jun 2007 - Aug 2008
 

Education 

Cazenovia College, Cazenovia, NY, US, Bachelors, Interior Design

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design
Cazenovia College, Cazenovia, New York, May 2013
GPA: 3.32, Dean’s List (Fall 2011, 2012 and Spring 2013)

Certified Peer Educator, Sigma Alpha Pi, Student Government Association, Student Government Association Treasurer, Communications Chair, Campus Activities Board, Special Events Chair/Executive Board, Helping Hounds Volunteer, Orientation Leader/Advisor, Students of Ethnic Diversity, Interior Design Club, APCA Attendee, Globalshop 2013 Attendee, New York Elven Student Volunteer

Aug 2009 - May 2013
 

Awards 

Senior Nominee for Art & Design Division Award, Nomination

Selected for the Interior design nominee for the Senior Nominee for Art & Design Division Award. Competed against four other programs and nominees (photography, visual communications, fashion design and studio art) for the award. Presented an oral defense on my gallery exhibit and capstone research paper. My portfolio was displayed at the gallery with an exhibit displaying my work for two weeks.

2013
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills