Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Mariana Ardila

Valencia

Summary

Dedicated professional with a diverse skill set in color theory, entrepreneurship, customer relations, and a passion for innovation, social media content, and creative aesthetics seeking to contribute expertise and enthusiasm to interior design related fields.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Swim Instructor

Little Kicks Swim School
Valencia, CA
06.2021 - Current
  • Teach daily swim instruction to youth ages two and up while providing positive reinforcement and motivation to increase client confidence and performance.
  • Create own class structure, lessons, youth friendly techniques, and learning games to create a dynamic and welcoming learning environment.
  • Adapt teaching techniques to different learning styles through intentional development of client relationships, attentive communication, and constant parent updates and feedback.

Content Creator and Social Media Entrepreneur

Starfire Shop
Valencia, CA
01.2021 - Current
  • Design colorful, attention-grabbing, and appealing graphics and pieces to increase website and social media engagement.
  • Implement strategies and tactics to grow followers on social media channels by 55% quarterly through original content creation and application of virtual trends.
  • Negotiate and respond to daily client inquiries on prices, product information, and upcoming sales projects.
  • Curate shop sales, products, and content through personal research and risk taking ideas inspired by modern aesthetic fashion trends.

Interior Design Intern

Nickelfish Designs
Los Angeles, CA
02.2024 - 03.2024
  • Selected and curated interior design elements (furniture, color schemes, materials, and finishes) to create cohesive, aesthetically pleasing spaces that align with client vision and functional needs.
  • Participated in client meetings, taking detailed notes and providing valuable input on design solutions as needed.
  • Developed strong time management skills by managing multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines without compromising on quality or attention to detail.
  • Managed social media accounts such as Instagram and Company Website.

Education

Associate of Arts - Interior Design

College of The Canyons
05.2025

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Team building
  • Creative and innovative
  • Problem-solving leader
  • Patience and empathy

Accomplishments

  • 2023 Anneli Westly Interiors Design Scholarship
  • 2023 CPR Certification

Certification

  • Set Design Certificate, Expected May 2025

Additional Information

  • Proficient in Google Platforms and Main stream social media platforms
  • Fluent(reading, writing, speaking) In English and Spanish
  • Team Oriented

Timeline

Interior Design Intern

Nickelfish Designs
02.2024 - 03.2024

Private Swim Instructor

Little Kicks Swim School
06.2021 - Current

Content Creator and Social Media Entrepreneur

Starfire Shop
01.2021 - Current

Associate of Arts - Interior Design

College of The Canyons
Mariana Ardila