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Amy Robertshaw

Amy Robertshaw

New York, NY, US

 

About 

- Organized, confident, enthusiastic, able to take on a variety of tasks, excellent time management.

- Strong verbal and written communication skills.

- Independently manages multiple large scale, large budget projects.

- Extensive knowledge of over 400 vendors, their lines, capabilities and representatives.

- Strong relationships with largest vendors and their representatives.

- Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop and all programs associated with Microsoft Office.

Elsewhere:

Employment 

Lillian August Home Furnishings & Interior Design, New York, NY, US, Interior Design

- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously while maintaining excellent client relations and project administration.
- Featured designer, company magazine, distributed to 100,000+ readers nationwide.
- Coached new hires, pulling those in on design projects.
- Conducted design presentation meetings.
- Conceptualized floor plans through the use of AutoCAD and other room planning software. Selected furnishings, lighting, fabric, color palates, rugs, window treatments, tile work, molding design, floor finishes, etc.
- Developed and expanded a loyal client base.
- Responsible for invoicing, collecting payments, order statuses, coordinating installations and deliveries.

Jan 2007 - current
 

IDS Textiles, Westport, CT, US, Apprentice/Partner

- Assisted the firms' principal in meeting and assessing clients' needs.
- Facilitated execution of projects from inception to full fruition.
- Built client relationships and team communication.
- Organized material selections, with strong knowledge of all resources.
- Actively participated in business development and marketing efforts for firm.

Jan 2000 - current
 

Robert Storm Architects, Westport, CT, US, AutoCAD Technician

- In depth working knowledge of AutoCAD
- Experience in site layout, grading, concrete and steel structure drafting and detailing.
- Ability to work on manual updates of drawings as necessary while finding time to travel to field locations in support of electrical distribution projects, measurement verification, etc.
- Interface daily with engineer/design disciplines and/or construction forces.

Jan 2006 - Jan 2007
 

Education 

Concordia University, Montreal, QC, CA, Marketing, Business, Architecture

Sep 2005 - May 2006
 

International Academy of Design & Technology, Montreal, QC, CA, Interior Design

Sep 2003 - May 2006
 

Areas of Specialization 

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