ELIZABETH FEARS
Lighting Designer
Westmont, IL
(630) 888-2032
elizafears@gmail.com
Linkedin/in/elizabethfears
SKILLS
Autodesk AutoCAD
Autodesk Revit
Trimble Sketchup
Chaos Enscape
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Active Listening
Buildertrend
Time Management
Sales
Problem Solving
Conceptual Thinking
EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF ARTS ENGLISH Elmhurst College 2001
ASSOCIATES OF APPLIED SCIENCE, INTERIOR DESIGN
College of DuPage
Anticipated May 2025
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
CERTIFICATE
College of DuPage 2025
LIGHTING CERTIFICATION
College of DuPage
Anticipated May 2025
INVOLVEMENT
W.I.L.D.
I.E.S.
STUDENT MEMBER A.S.I.D.
STUDENT MEMBER I.I.D.A.
CAREER SUMMARY
As an experienced Lighting and Design Consultant, I have spent 5 years developing creative and balanced residential lighting solutions that enhance spaces. My commitment to exceptional customer service is evident in my proven ability to collaborate seamlessly with architects, contractors, interior designers, and clients. I am skilled in design principles, software, and project management I am pursuing an associate degree in interior design to deepen my expertise in the field further. I seek a challenging role that will allow me to leverage my comprehensive skill set and contribute to dynamic projects.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SENIOR DESIGNER AND PROJECT MANAGER SEPT 2025 – PRESENT Hinsdale Lighting
• Meet with clients to determine project objectives and select lighting
• Coordinates meetings, site visits, and deliveries as required
• Guide the client in selecting lighting that meets their style, goals, and budget
• Create Lighting Layouts, including calculations and AutoCAD drawings if needed
• Keep open lines of communication with contractors, architects, and other professionals throughout projects
• Oversees the purchaser and directs orders
• Attends industry events and trade shows
LIGHTING CONSUTANT
Burr Ridge Lighting
SEPT 2019 – SEPT 2024
• Collaborated with architects, interior designers, and clients to understand their lighting needs.
• Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring satisfaction and exceeding sales targets.
• Develop decorative and architectural lighting plans for residential and small commercial spaces.
• Coordinated with suppliers and manufacturers to source lighting products.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery.
• Maintained accurate inventory levels, processed purchase orders, and tracked deliveries.
• Participated in industry events and trade shows.
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
JT Manning PTO
JULY 2017 – JULY 2019
• Recruited volunteers to coordinate events and those to work the day of the event through networking, social media, and Signup Genius.
• Created and implemented a volunteer handbook and training materials for individual committees.
• Communicated event expectations, monthly reports, and volunteer appreciation.
• Collaborated with the entire Executive Board to pass a $15,000 annual budget and mid-year grant approval for teachers.
• Attended all monthly Executive Board meetings and monthly General Assembly meetings.