Christelle Vanessa Olivier
Sasolburg
Summary
Innovative candidate with proven track record of success in design industry and consistently praised designs by clients and colleagues. Knack for quickly understanding complex design projects to implement solutions efficiently. Highly collaborative designer enjoys working with other professionals to create the best designs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Bathroom Designer
Lifestyle Ceramics
04.2013 - Current
- Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management or to client.
- Maintained consistent use of graphic imagery in materials and other marketing outreach.
- Leveraged industry knowledge and emerging trends to build innovative messaging and bring design concepts to fruition.
- Reviewed project requirements to plan workflows and evaluate client time and budget constraints.
- Utilized software programs, creating 3D models of design concepts.
- Identified design requirements for each project.
Owner
Christelle Olivier Interiors
11.2007 - Current
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Work closely with interior designers and decorators in designing and space planning layouts for their clients kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, studies and other areas of their homes.
- Supplying them with working drawings as well as 3d cad views and plans for construction their vision
- Working closely with cupboard manufacturers and installers to see the clients vision become reality
Kitchen Design Specialist and Project Manager
De Ville Cupboards
01.2002 - 10.2007
- Selected flooring, counters, cabinets and appliances based on client needs and budgets.
- Created comprehensive product lists based on finalized designs and budgets.
- Maintained relationships with installers and suppliers.
- Designed detailed kitchen layouts based on client needs, budgets and available supplies.
- Planned and presented project quotes for custom designs.
Personal Assistant to the Managing Director
Compusoft South Africa
01.1999 - 12.2001
- Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
- Kept detailed track of household and maintenance inventory and schedules.
- Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments, and arranging transportation.
- Coordinated international and domestic travel logistics including flight itineraries, hotel reservations and car services.
- Served as point of contact between clients and managerial staff.
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
Education
Diploma - Photography
Stellenbosch Institute For Post Matric
Stellenbosch12.1998
Skills
- Compusoft winner Designer 20 years experience
- Interpreting designer sketches
- Collaborating with designers and manufacturers
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-Making
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Planning and Coordination
- Self-Motivated
Languages
afrikaans and english
Timeline
Bathroom Designer
Lifestyle Ceramics
04.2013 - Current
Owner
Christelle Olivier Interiors
11.2007 - Current
Kitchen Design Specialist and Project Manager
De Ville Cupboards
01.2002 - 10.2007
Personal Assistant to the Managing Director
Compusoft South Africa
01.1999 - 12.2001
Diploma - Photography
Stellenbosch Institute For Post Matric
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