Samar Ashour
Surrey
Summary
Samar Ashour is an interior designer based in Vancouver. Samar’s work is heavily influenced by her experience as a first-generation Palestinian immigrant. She draws her inspiration from traditional Palestinian architecture, design, and motifs.
Working with both traditional and digital media, she strives to capture the energy and strength she grew up around while honoring her Palestinian heritage.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Consultant - Sales Person
Moe's Home Collection
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Interacted with clients to help them understand their space and taste, guiding them in choosing what's best for their home
- Constructed presentation boards, IP boards, bubble diagrams, and floor plans for clients to help bring their needs and wants to life through my vision
- Discussed the quality of fabrics, finishes, and materials with clients and brand representatives
- Conferred with customers to determine design preferences, budget, and other factors affecting the planning of interior environments
- Estimated project costs and prepared detailed specifications
- Processed orders, finished, and closed sales
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of global consumer trends
- Managed the flow of accessories from the warehouse to the sales floor
- Organized display walls, furniture units, and layouts.
Interior Designer
Ultra GSM
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Picked a theme, paint, lighting, and hardware for a project involving renovating apartments in Nanaimo, BC
- Presented work and held meetings with contractors
- Contacted suppliers and negotiated price agreements on wholesale and individual pieces
- Visited stores to make purchases
- Visited the site and measured areas that required additional work.
Salesperson - Customer Service
Luv The Grub
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Represented the brand at markets and stores
- Achieved excellent sales and exceeded sales targets
- Created Instagram posts and stories during markets
- Packed online orders and processed online shipments.
Salesperson - Customer Service
Miles End Motors
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Helped clients find their desired vehicles
- Made phone calls/appointments and drive tests for clients
- Closed deals and filled applications
- Delivered vehicles to customers' doors.
Education
Diploma in Interior Design -
BCIT
Burnaby, BC04.2024
Certificate in Interior Design -
BCIT
Burnaby, BC08.2022
Skills
Passionate, energetic, loves public engagement
Hardworking, quick learner, ambitious
Patient, dedicated, driven
Detail-oriented, creatively skilled in style and color
Balanced creative and technical skills
Inspirational team leader
Adaptable to new software and processes
Efficient under pressure, independent, minimal supervision
Skilled in multitasking in dynamic settings
Strong organizational skills for complex projects
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, Canva, Figma
Experienced with AutoCAD and SketchUp
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
Timeline
Design Consultant - Sales Person
Moe's Home Collection
09.2022 - 04.2023
Interior Designer
Ultra GSM
01.2022 - 09.2022
Salesperson - Customer Service
Luv The Grub
11.2021 - 08.2022
Salesperson - Customer Service
Miles End Motors
02.2021 - 11.2021
Diploma in Interior Design -
BCIT
Certificate in Interior Design -
BCIT
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