30 Newbury Street 3rd floor, Boston Massachusetts 02116 • 310 628 1453 • Jim@James-Swan.com
James Swan
Objective:
As an energized, creative design professional with over 18 years’ experience I seek a dynamic, thriving, client-driven work environment where my expertise can be utilized as part of a strong creative team.
Experience: October 2013-Current James Swan Interior Design Inc.
Boston
Senior Design Consultant, Independent • • • • • •
Consult with owner/operators on residential and hospitality interior design projects throughout New England Develop design concepts and create presentation materials including construction documents Successfully present to design concepts and programs to clients Establish professional networking relationships with architects, contractors and business owners Supervised design, construction and consulting team’s involvement with remodel/retrofit projects in luxury residential, retail and hospitality projects Successfully deliver projects on-time and on-budget
March 2012-October 2013
Carter & Company Inc. Boston
Senior Designer • • • •
Manage custom residential and hospitality design projects throughout New England Successfully supervised design teams through design development, specification and installation phases Consistently delivered projects on-time and on-budget Aided marketing team with social media campaigns and editorial efforts
1999-2013
James Swan & Company, Inc.
Beverly Hills and Boston
Principle and CEO • • •
Managed multiple design team efforts on a large portfolio of residential and hospitality projects Supervised integration of client/vendor relationships resulting in an increase in effective communication and project transparency Monitored project time-tables, budget development and monthly project reviews driving project effectiveness and on-time completions
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Worked closely with design and architectural staff on selection and design of furnishings fixtures and interior architectural details Supervised timely and efficient project installation schedules which resulted in greater client satisfaction and overall cost savings Directed new client development efforts as well as marketing and public relation programs. Art directed photo shoots for promotional campaigns and portfolio efforts
1990-1999
Frank Pennino & Associates
Beverly Hills
Senior Designer • • • •
Responsible for all facets of residential construction and decorating projects Managed budget development, architectural plan development and all project bidding Supervised all projects through to successful installation Supervised all post-project client follow-up and aided principle in new business development
Education 1983-1986
Arizona State University
Mesa AZ
Masters Program in Architecture and Interior Design
1980-1983
Southwestern University
BS in Theology and Music
References References and portfolio samples are available on request.
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