Stephanie Nortey
Summary
Accomplished Interior Designer with a proven track record at Lush Decor, adept in transforming spaces through innovative design and strategic material selection. Excelled in project management, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery. Skilled in Microsoft PowerPoint and relationship building, I significantly enhanced client satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Designer
Lush Decor
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Selected and sourced materials, furniture, and accessories for aesthetically pleasing spaces.
- Managed budgets and timelines effectively to deliver projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
- Collaborated with architects and contractors to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
- Developed comprehensive design concepts through sketches, renderings, and 3D models.
- Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Balanced aesthetics with functionality by choosing appropriate materials, finishes, and furnishings that met client needs.
Administrative Officer
Council on Foreign Relations,Ghana
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Maintained accurate records, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and financial reports.
- Managed files and records for clients and adhered to safety procedures to prevent breaches and data misuse.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Enhanced overall office productivity through effective staff management and coordination of daily tasks.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Managed sensitive data securely by establishing strict access controls and implementing proper storage protocols.
- Contributed to successful projects by providing essential administrative support and resource management.
- Improved communication within the organization through regular updates on policies, procedures, and key events.
- Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
- Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with external stakeholders such as clients, suppliers, partners, or regulatory bodies.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing current practices and identifying opportunities for enhancement.
- Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient administrative systems and procedures.
Intern
Ghana Civil Aviation Authority
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Utilized strong communication abilities during presentations which led to increased understanding among colleagues regarding project goals and objectives.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns.
Education
Chinese And History
University of Ghana
Accra,Ghana04.2023
Skills
- Office Management
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Records Management
- Documentation and control
- Relationship Building
- Human Resources Support
- Event Coordination
- Data Acquisition
- Contract Negotiations
- Database Management
- Presentation Design
- Administrative Support
- Office Administration
- Data Entry
- Customer and client relations
- Microsoft Word
- Critical Thinking
- Excel spreadsheets
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Administrative Officer
Council on Foreign Relations,Ghana
11.2023 - 07.2024
Intern
Ghana Civil Aviation Authority
10.2022 - 11.2022
Interior Designer
Lush Decor
08.2021 - 10.2023
Chinese And History
University of Ghana