Henrie Koekemoer
Artist/Designer/Decorator
George
Summary
Accomplished Interior Decorator with 8 years of experience supporting client vision with exquisite interior design. Efficient and timely professional with dedication to project deadlines, adherence to budget constraints and execution of quality end product. Attentive listener with exceptional client communication at each turn to assure complete satisfaction. Offering services: Upholstery. Curtains and blinds. Wallpaper and Murals. Layout and space planning. Quotations. Furniture painting, transformation and upcycling. Original art work. Rugs. Designer dyed fabrics.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Decorator
Self Employed Services
04.2022 - Current
- Furnished and designed 4 residential properties in 2023 and consulted with clients to determine decorating needs and preferences.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
- Boosted sales for furniture retailers by showcasing their products in well-designed spaces.
- Maintained knowledge of constantly changing interior design trends and products.
- Increased project efficiency by effectively managing budgets, timelines, and resources.
- Found vendors for one-time and ongoing projects, and maintained productive relationships.
- Advised clients on comfort and durability of various fixtures, materials and surface coverings.
- Oversaw installation of finishes, furniture and other design elements to control final product.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Streamlined project execution by maintaining clear communication between clients, suppliers, and team members.
- Transformed outdated interiors into stylish, modern spaces that met clients'' aesthetic preferences and functional needs.
Sales Consultant
Hertex Fabrics
06.2016 - 04.2022
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to develop targeted promotional campaigns that drove customer interest and engagement.
- Streamlined sales processes to improve efficiency, leading to quicker deal closings and increased productivity.
- Advised clients on appropriate product selections based on their unique needs, ensuring optimal satisfaction levels upon purchase.
- Managing and achiving monthly sales targets
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.
- Developed long-lasting client relationships by consistently exceeding expectations with exceptional service.
Full Time Artist
Self-employeed
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Researched industry trends and evaluated competitive pieces to enhance creativity and gather fresh ideas.
- Sold original art pieces through online platforms, gallery exhibitions, and direct customer interactions, generating consistent revenue streams while maintaining an active artist presence within the community.
- Created custom drawings and paintings using fine oils, acrylics, and charcoal on high quality canvas.
- Managed creative process from concept to completion for various art projects.
- Enhanced artistic projects by incorporating innovative techniques and materials for impactful visual presentations.
Showroom Manager
Design Team
07.2013 - 12.2014
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Liaised with marketing team to identify and develop sales and promotional events.
- Provided prompt, courteous service to every individual entering showroom.
- meeting sales targets
- Reported on sales to business owners
- Creative visual merchandising
- Supervised inventory and placed orders to replenish low running supplies.
- Determined key details for showroom light fixtures, flooring and accessories.
- Managed inventory levels for optimal stock availability, resulting in reduced backorders and customer wait times.
Sales Consultant
Fabric Library
03.2008 - 07.2013
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to develop targeted promotional campaigns that drove customer interest and engagement.
- Streamlined sales processes to improve efficiency, leading to quicker deal closings and increased productivity.
- Advised clients on appropriate product selections based on their unique needs, ensuring optimal satisfaction levels upon purchase.
- Managing and achiving monthly sales targets
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.
- Developed long-lasting client relationships by consistently exceeding expectations with exceptional service.
Visual Merchandiser
Wetherlys Furniture
10.2003 - 02.2008
- Researched current trends in visual merchandising to create modern and attractive displays.
- Partnered with store personnel during remodels or relocations to ensure seamless transition of visual merchandising elements into new spaces.
- Enhanced store sales by creating visually appealing and strategically placed product displays.
- Coordinated with marketing and promotions teams to verify proper implementation of visual elements of display.
- Developed merchandising strategy to efficiently move overstock.
- Managed installation of visual merchandising displays, urging team to with speed and accuracy.
- Collaborated with store managers to determine best placement for merchandise displays.
Visual Merchandising Manager
Woolworths
03.1998 - 09.2003
- Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.
- Managed merchandising standards and maintained consistency across distribution channels.
- Improved field teams' sales by coaching on merchandising techniques.
- Organized special events and in-store demonstrations that showcased new products, boosting brand awareness and sales performance.
- Innovated and simplified planograms and merchandising strategies to improve processes and results.
- Collaborated with store managers to determine best placement for merchandise displays.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Education
National Higher Diploma - Textile Design
University of Thechnology
Cape Town 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Worcester Gymnasium
Worcester South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Design Trend Awareness
Professional Planner
Self Motivation
Client Relations
Budgeting understanding
Space Planning
Staff Development
Goal Setting
Problem-solving abilities
Visual Representations
Art selection
Curation
Timeline
Interior Decorator
Self Employed Services
04.2022 - Current
Sales Consultant
Hertex Fabrics
06.2016 - 04.2022
Full Time Artist
Self-employeed
01.2015 - 05.2016
Showroom Manager
Design Team
07.2013 - 12.2014
Sales Consultant
Fabric Library
03.2008 - 07.2013
Visual Merchandiser
Wetherlys Furniture
10.2003 - 02.2008
National Higher Diploma - Textile Design
University of Thechnology
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Worcester Gymnasium
04.2001 -
Visual Merchandising Manager
Woolworths
03.1998 - 09.2003