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Shelly Sharp

Shelly Sharp

 

About 

I am  a talented Estimator/ Project Manager with a strong background in Furniture/Interior Design skills and a strong creative flair. I am experienced in carrying out a wide variety of design and development projects.  As well as the ability to conceptualize new custom ideas as needed.

For the past 4+ years I have been involved in planning, designing  and producing custom luxury indoor and outdoor furniture for a wide base of clients across America and beyond from residential to hospitality and commercial clients.  I have also had my hand in a few high end residential interior design projects. Along with the design I did all estimating and project management duties with each custom project.

I am skilled at directing all aspects of the custom furniture process from meeting with the client to conceptualizing the perfect design for the client. As well as making  that custom design a reality from purchasing the materials to overseeing that the furniture piece(s) are build according to specification. I also offer skills in management, budgeting, project management, design presentations, proposals and client relations.

My training and experience includes Auto-CAD, Sketch-up, and Illustrator. I am also knowledgeable and proficient of a variety of other programs such as Microsoft office suite, 3D Studio Max, and Photoshop.  Throughout the last few years I have learned a lot about the standard of design I strive to give my clients. My design experience paired with my customer service/sales experience has made me realize with high end clients it isn't just about the design.. it about the whole process.. the experience.

Elsewhere:

Employment 

Somers Furniture Inc, Las Vegas, NV, US, Furniture Designer / Estimator-Project Manager/ Department Director

 Design and manage the production of new custom furniture product lines and custom designs for clients from
concept to finish build. Estimated all cost associated with project, generated quotes, invoicing and PO’s.
 Develop new and continuing relationships with furniture vendors and fabric, foam, wood, laminate, etc. suppliers
 Build and manage yearly marketing plan, target intended audience and expedite using email blasts, postal, etc.
 Design Marketing literature, brochures, product tear sheets, 2d / 3d models or Floorplans, for new products and
clients

Mar 2011 - Jul 2015
 

Stations Casinos- Design and Construction Dept., Las Vegas, NV, US, Design Assistant- Intern

 Meet vendors, update material library and highlight new products
 Provide new material selections and specifications on property furniture
 Assist in property installation of projects

Sep 2011 - Dec 2011
 

Pandora Jewelry, Las Vegas, NV, US, Sales Associate- Supervisor

 Directly contribute to campaign set up and visual merchandising
 Responsible for daily opening and closing procedures as a Key Holder
 Provide excellent customer service and follow up with customers via client contact list

Oct 2010 - Dec 2011
 

Brighton Collectables, Las Vegas, NV, US, Sales Associate- Supervisor

 Shipped and vouchered merchandise
 Proficient in upselling clientele
 Assisted coworkers in achieving personal goals and maintaining morale

Jul 2009 - Oct 2010
 

US Airforce, WorldWide, Aircraft Armament Systems Journeyman

Sep 2001 - Nov 2007
 

Education 

Florence Design Academy, Florence Italy , AS Interior Design

Jan 2008 - Dec 2008
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills