Jade Wentzel

Curriculum Vitae Jade Wentzel PERSONAL PARTICULARS APPLICANT’S DETAILS JADE WENTZEL-(- DATE OF BIRTH- NATIONALITY SOUTH AFRICAN PRESENT POSITION INTERIOR DESIGNER & SALES EXECUTIVE TOTAL WORK EXPERIENCE 3 Years/9 Months QUALIFICATIONS: DIPLOMA IN INTERIOR DESIGN The Interior Design Institute (with advanced modules in Commercial Design & AutoCAD) LANGUAGE COMPETENCY FLUENT IN ENGLISH (ORAL AND WRITTEN). TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY o o o o o o o o Autodesk Revit - Building Information Modelling Autocad 2D CooHom – 3D modelling Floor Planner CorelDraw X8 Microsoft Office Suite Odyssey Point of Sale / Back Office Social Media Advertising Platforms Curriculum Vitae Jade Wentzel EMPLOYMENT HISTORY COMPANY NAME: Home Essentials (Port Alfred, South Africa) EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: From September 2019 to present DESIGNATION: Interior Designer & Sales Executive RESPONSIBILITIES o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o Manage sales process from initial vendor meeting, product selection, ordering, tracking, and delivery. Conduct market research to identify sales trends and evaluate customer needs. Recognise business opportunities by identifying prospects and evaluating their position in the industry; researching and analyzing sales options. Identify product improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends, market activities, and competitors. Demonstrate a high level of knowledge of products, services and procedures. Plan, create and execute interior store merchandise displays. Establishing Client’s budget and ensuring that all elements align with said budget. Coordinate Client`s, subcontractors, and additional team members on overall project management. Responsible for production of Revit building information modelling for 3D design of floor plans, furniture layouts, spatial planning, elevations, sections and details. Develop specifications for interior finishes in accordance with Client`s brief & budget. Design floor plans, lighting plans, colour charts and selected specified fabrics, furniture, lighting, hardware, and fixtures based on the Client`s space availability, lighting intensity, interior design aesthetic and budget. Scheduling; planning & chairing of Client meetings for briefing purposes & progress reports. Define project requirements and schedule and prepare regular reports on progress to Client. Complete End of Day on system, including management of the cash float for the till points. Assist manager in the buying process as well as researching new suppliers and local trends. Curriculum Vitae Jade Wentzel COMPANY NAME: Juan Pretorius Architecture (Port Alfred, South Africa) EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: From May 2018 to: August 2019 DESIGNATION: Head Interior Designer RESPONSIBILITIES o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o Responsibility for entire design process from initial Client consultation through detailed design development. Reporting directly to the Design Principal. Responsible for production of Revit building information modelling for 3D design of floor plans, furniture layouts, spatial planning, elevations, sections and details. Maintained valuable relationships with Client`s by developing strong bonds and exceeding expectations which advanced to referrals and repeat business. Updated design library with new products and vendors to meet the needs of varying budgets and clientele. Prepared and presented in-depth proposals to Client`s. Expanded interior design Client base utilizing in-house and outside contacts and resources. Worked directly with vendors to assist in design and sales process. Compiled technical drawings up to industry standard for municipal & local authority submission. Directly managed multiple municipal processes from document submission through to approval of plans including attendance of review meetings. Collaborated with contractors and Design Principal during design process for selection of materials, finishes, fittings, architectural elements and furniture. Worked closely with vendors to build custom furniture options, fabrics, artwork, décor and other design accessories. Generated budget and reviewed analysis of activities, cost and operations for reporting purposes. Client facing role for a residential new build in the Sardinia Bay Golf & Wildlife Estate, Port Elizabeth including chairing of progress meetings & production of meeting minutes. Responsibilities included design development & oversight of the project execution. Responsibility for interior redesign project for the Pomeroy Lodges in the Eastern Cape. Develop designs that are aesthetically pleasing, practical and suit client briefing and budget needs. Management of all social media platforms. Scheduling of all social media posts. Website building as well as reviewing interactions and insights. Organizing and conducting multiple social events, including various promotional presentation evenings. Curriculum Vitae Jade Wentzel COMPANY NAME: Pam Golding Properties (Port Alfred, South Africa) EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: From October 2017 to April 2018 DESIGNATION: Personal Assistant to Franchisee Principle RESPONSIBILITIES o o o o o o o o o o o Act as first point of contact for the Agency – dealing with incoming correspondence and phone calls/ e-mails. Managing diaries and organizing meetings and appointments reporting directly to the Franchisee Principal. Responsible for compilation and preparation of reports, presentations and formal correspondence. Management of databases and filing systems. Implementing and maintaining procedures/ administrative systems. Liaising with staff, suppliers and clients. Drafting of correspondence on the Franchisee Principles behalf. Prepare documentation in preparation of show houses on behalf of Principle. Management of all social media platform whilst adhering to and maintaining the high level of standard of the Franchise and brand identity. Social media content and copywriting. Social media platform planning and execution, as well as regularly reviewing insights. COMPANY NAME: Passion for Paws Dubai (UAE) EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: From December 2016 to October 2017. DESIGNATION: Pet Care Consultant RESPONSIBILITIES: o o o o o o o o o Full responsibility for client’s satisfaction and service in accordance with the Service Agreement requiring availability on 24/7 call out basis. Business development to generate new business. Face to face liaison with clients in their homes to establish customer requirements. Collecting and processing of Client payments. Scheduling, planning and attending private consults with Clients. Reporting directly to the Owner and daily updates to Client`s as per Service Agreement. Regular meetings with managers to develop strategies to improve business and customer satisfaction. Keeping track of Client payment and notifying Clients of pending payments. Building and maintaining customer relationships. Curriculum Vitae Jade Wentzel REFERENCES Juan Pretorius – Design Principal: Juan Pretorius Architecture Mobile: (- Isobel Meyer – Franchisee Principal: Pam Golding Properties Mobile: (- Bernadine Muller – Owner: Passion for Paws Dubai Mobile: (-