Interior Designer (630) 303 2150
jraeside08@gmail.com
Interior Designer with hands-on experience in commercial furniture solutions, space planning, and digital rendering. Skilled in CET Designer, Revit, and Adobe Suite with a passion for sustainable, human-centered design. Seeking an entry-level interior or project design position to contribute creativity and technical expertise to a dynamic team.
EDUCATION
Illinois State University Bachelor of Science in Interior Design (CIDA Accredited) Bloomington - Normal, IL August 2020 - May 2024
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Project Designer 1 January 2025 - Present Thomas Interior Systems
• Develops commercial furniture solutions for corporate, healthcare, and educational clients using MillerKnoll product lines and ancillary brands.
• Collaborates with sales and account managers to develop creative, functional, and cost-effective furniture solutions for corporate, education, and healthcare environments using MillerKnoll products.
• Creates accurate space plans, renderings, product specifications, pricing and installation drawings using CET Designer and AutoCAD.
• Coordinates with internal teams, vendors, and clients to ensure accurate project execution from initial concept to final installation.
• Prepares client-facing presentations, mood boards, look books, finish palettes, and renderings to communicate design and support sales initiatives.
• Attends client meetings and site visits to verify field conditions, assess design solutions, and provide support throughout project execution.
• Manages multiple projects concurrently while meeting tight deadlines and adhering to brand and budget requirements.
RELATED EXPERIENCE:
Design Intern June 2024 - January 2025
Thomas Interior Systems
Platinum Level MillerKnoll Dealer
• Collaborated with senior designers on commercial interior projects to help carry out the design process.
• Assisted with space plans, look book’s, client presentations, specifications and pricing.
• Organized and maintained the material library.
• Gained hands-on experience with contract furniture systems and MillerKnoll product lines.
Teacher’s Assistant January 2024 - May 2024
Studio 3 FCS 375.001
• Supported 15+ students weekly
• Lead class when professor was on leave and workshops on Enscape.
• Helped students troubleshoot Revit and Enscape design projects.
• Offered tutoring sessions outside of class for additional support.
Teacher’s Assistant January 2023 - May 2023
Studio 1 FCS 340.002
• Supported 10+ students weekly
• Assisted with project critiques and supported students using AutoCAD and SketchUp.
• Actively gained knowledge on major programs to support student needs.
• Provided tutoring and project feedback during office hours.