Marianna Carter
INTERIOR DESIGN AND INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE
TECHNICAL SKILLS.
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Photoshop
• AutoCAD
• Bluebeam Revu
• Canva
• Chief Architect
• Enscape
• Hand Rendering
• Lumion
• Mattoboard
• Mural
• Revit
• SketchUp
• V-Ray
• Zoom
SOFT SKILLS.
• Adaptability
• Conflict Resolution
• Creativity
• Leadership
• Organization
• Time Management INTERESTS.
• Traveling
• Painting on canvases
• Eclectic, colorful design
• Vintage furniture
• Scrapbooking
• Collecting plants
SOCIAL MEDIA. INSTAGRAM
maricarterdesigns
ISSUU
Marianna Carter
LINKED IN Marianna Carter
Houston, Texas* *Willing to Relocate
PROFILE.
I am a hardworking and innovative Interior Designer with expertise in technical documentation and space planning. I am passionate about creating functional and joyful spaces that generate happiness and improve user experiences.
EDUCATION.
Interior Design and Interior Architecture AAS Kirkwood Community College | 2022 - 2024 Follows CIDA standards, Meets NCIDQ educational requirements
Liberal Arts AA
Scott Community College | 2016 - 2020
High School Diploma
Davenport North High School | 2016 - 2020
WORK EXPERIENCE.
Contract Designer
Havenly | August 2024-Current
• Create idea boards, concept boards, and studio designs for client spaces
• Conceptualized and delivered 20+ cohesive design plans, incorporating client feedback and preferences.
• Develop a comprehensive product list for clients to easily find design elements
Freelance Designer
Resort Design and Renovation | August 2024-October 2024
• Produced detailed 3D renderings and floor plans for snow lodge renovations, ensuring compliance with local regulations
• Developed a streamlined quickship furniture program, leveraging CraftMaster furnishings and fabrics to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times
Construction Management Intern Kirkwood Community College | September 2023-May 2024
• Visited job sites
• Compiled FFE specifications for projects
• Updated AutoCAD building plans
• Partnered with Verdis Group on sustainability initiatives
• Attended process meetings with clients
ACCREDIDATIONS & HONORS.
DEAN’S LIST
Kirkwood Community College Fall 2022, Spring 2023, Summer 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024
DESIGN INTRODUCTIONS
CERTIFICATE
Kirkwood Community College Fall 2022
INTERIOR DESIGN
COMMUNITY LEARNING MENTOR
Kirkwood Student Interior Designers 2023-2024
OUTSTANDING
CONCEPTUALIZATION & DESIGN
AWARD- SMALL OFFICE
DESIGN TRAVEL EXPERIENCE.
Regional Design Trip
Chicago, IL | October 2022
• Art Institute of Chicago
• DLR Group
• Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio
• IIDA Headquarters
• Stantec
• The Merchandise Mart
Amana, IA | February 2023
• Toured the textile mill
INVOLVEMENT.
KIRKWOOD STUDENT INTERIOR DESIGNERS
General Member
2022-2023 Vice President 2023-2024
PHI THETA KAPPA HONOR SOCIETY Member
2022-2024
INTERNATIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN ASSOCIATION
Student Member
2023-2024
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY VOLUNTEER
June 2023
• Discussed the process of making textiles
• Watched demonstrations of the weaving process
Hospitality Design Expo Las Vegas, NV | April 2023
• Attended speaker forums
• Connected with showroom and booth representatives
• Explored Las Vegas casino and hotel designs
IIDA Student Mentoring Program Spring 2023
• Met with Amanda Wannen of Kaleidoscope Interior Design weekly
• Learned new skills in CAD Revit
Bertch Cabinetry
Waterloo, IA | October 2023
• Toured the cabinet manufacturing facilities
• Discussed reforestation & sustainability
• Watched demonstrations of the cabinet-making process
• Learned about cabinet installation
High Point Market
Highpoint, NC | October 2023
• Attended speaker forums
• Connected with showroom representatives
• Explored High Point design stores Amana Woolen Mill
Kirkwood Community College 2024 References Provided Upon Request.
• Explored different education designs and community center designs