JENA WILSON iNTERIOR dESIGNER
RESUME
EXPERIENCE
HBA DUBAI / HIRSCH BEDNER ASSOCIATES - PROJECT DIRECTOR - DUBAI - MARCH 2018 - APRIL 2022
SENIOR DESIGNER 2018-2019
-Lead interior design teams on projects; Provide project team coordination for finish plans, specifications,
and material selections required for construction
-Collaborate on hospitality interiors projects, including programming client needs, conceptual and
schematic design, design development, and management of budgets and schedules
-Develop space planning concepts and generate program documents
-Work with consultants, hotel brands, developers, furniture dealers, product reps, and fabricators to
meet overall project objectives
-Prioritized multiple projects and assure design conforms to contractual agreement with client
-Participate in business development and marketing efforts
-Contribute to office activities, mentorship, initiatives and learning programs
Project List:
Four Seasons Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Renovation
JW Marriott Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Renovation
Intercontinental Dar Al Iman, Saudi Arabia; Renovation
Intercontinental Dar Al Hijra, Saudi Arabia; Renovation
Zaha Hadid Opus Hotel, Dubai, U.A.E.; New Build
St. Regis Hotel Apartments, Dubai, U.A.E.; New Build
Kempinksi Amman, Jordan; Renovation
Hilton Garden Inn Salalah, Oman; New Build
Hilton Hongqiao Shanghai, China; New Build
THE GETTYS GROUP - DESIGNER III- CHICAGO, IL - JANUARY 2016 - FEBRUARY 2018
-Managed projects in a self-directed manor through all stages of design
-Conducted site visits to survey and meet with clients
-Generated construction documents and FF&E specifications
-Intern Coordinator; Interview, hire and oversee the internship program
Project List:
Marriott Lincolnshire, Illinois; Renovation
InterContinental Indianapolis, Indiana; New Build
Conrad Chicago, Illinois; Lobby Renovation
Hilton Buena Vista Palace, Florida; Renovation
Sheraton Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Guestroom Renovation
Boutique San Antonio, Texas; New Build
LOONEY & ASSOCIATES - DESIGNER - CHICAGO, IL - OCTOBER 2012 - OCTOBER 2015
-Collaborated on hotel interiors projects, including programming, conceptual, schematic, design
development and contract administration
-Selected and specified FF&E, color palettes and materials
-Generated program documents including guestroom matrix
-Reviewed shop drawings and submittals
-Vendor liaison; Scheduled and met with vendors for new product presentations
Project List:
Hilton West Palm Beach, Florida; New Build
Hilton Chicago, Illinois; Renovation
Hyatt Chicago, Illinois; Renovation
N.D. DESIGNS, INC. - INTERIOR DESIGN ASSISTANT - TALLAHASSEE, FL - JANUARY-AUGUST 2012
-Provided space planning and furniture layouts for residential projects
-Researched and specified FF&E products, materials and finishes -Assisted with installations
-Communicated with contractors, vendors and clients
BASS & BASS, LTD. - INTERN - TALLAHASSEE, FL - MAY-DECEMBER 2011
-Prepared design plans, elevations and details
-Provided programming and space planning analysis
-Participated in site analysis, including survey of existing conditions and field measurements
ACCREDITATION
NCIDQ, License Certificate No. 32047
EDUCATION
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY 2008-2012
College of Visual Arts, Theatre and Dance, NASAD Accredited
School of Art and Design, CIDA Accredited
Bachelor of Science Degree in Interior Design;
Minor: General Business
GPA: 3.43, Dean’s List
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
-Certified Interior Designer with 11+ years of experience as an interior designer, with a focus on hospitality interiors
-Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills
-Strong knowledge of the design process, knowledge of furniture, finishes, materials, color selections, and specifications. Experience with construction document preparation
-Proficient with AutoCAD, Spexx/SpecSource, Photoshop, and InDesign
-Graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
-Hospitality Design Expo Best Booth Award for design of Valley Forge Fabrics Booth 2017
-Winner of Valley Forge’s FRESH Fabric Design competition 2015
-Published in Hospitality Design Magazine May 2015
-Vice President of the FSU ASID Chapter 2010-2012
-Vice President of Interior Design Student Organization 2010-2012
-Meritorious Achievement Award received for Furniture Design Project
-Published in SIX, College of Visual Arts Publication
-Featured in FSView Newspaper for Furniture Design Project
-Seminole Torchbearer- Leadership Award
-Docent at the Florida Governor’s Mansion