Shawn OHara
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About
Focused on Commercial and Residential spaces in the Southern Tier of New York State, Shawn Michael Design is a full service Interior Design firm specializing in professional, distinctive, modern design. Educated in the Bauhaus design style at Rochester Institute of Technology, Shawn Michael creates exciting designs that are unique and individual to each project. As your Interior Designer, Shawn Michael Design draws inspiration from the client, the space, and history of location, as well as past experiences. This process ensures each project embraces and represents your project, style and budget. We look forward to working with you to create a beautifully cohesive well planned design that is unique to you and your space.
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Education
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Degree: Bachelor of Fine Arts 2011 Interior DesignRochester Institute of Technology2006 - 2010
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Associates Advertising DesignCazenovia College1989 - 1991
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Experience
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Interior Designer / DrafterFairport, NYJul 2014 - Present (10 years 4 months)As an Interior Designer, I create interior design concepts for new and existing spaces. Develope space planning and programming activities. Create working drawings, design concepts, and professional construction documents. I also Design and draw interior plans, elevations, and details. Participate in conceptual design development activities, including making adaptations and modifications. Research materials, codes/specifications as they relate to planning solutions and make recommendations. Coordinate fixture, furniture and equipment installation.
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Owner / DesignerRochester, NYJan 2010 - Present (14 years 10 months)Develop professional, distinctive, modern design.
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OwnerCoWork BinghamtonBinghamton, NYAug 2013 - Aug 2014 (1 year)Created the first cowork space in Binghamton's New York. Met membership goals six months ahead of schedule. I continue to foster creativity and collaboration between our members.
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Sales Advisor / Interior DesignerWarehouse Carpet OutletMar 2011 - Aug 2013 (2 years 5 months)Advise, educate and sell quality floor covering to customers in the Southern Tier of New York State. Maintain and update company social media outlets.
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Shift SupervisorStarbucks Coffee CompanyMar 2010 - May 2011 (1 year 2 months)Managed a shift of 3-5 partners, handled daily cash management and deposits. Created hand crafted beverages while providing exceptional customer service.
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Interior Design InternWegmans Food MarketsOct 2008 - May 2010 (1 year 7 months)Created and updated working drawings for new and existing store floor plans. Selected and specified fabrics, finishes and materials. Designed custom cabinetry to Wegmans design standards.
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Assistant Store ManagerStarbucks Coffee CompanyMar 2004 - Oct 2008 (4 years 7 months)Assisted the Store Manager in hiring new partners. Managed a shift of 3-6 partners, handled daily cash management and deposits. Created hand crafted beverages while providing exceptional customer service.
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Member ServicesDowntown Fitness CenterApr 2003 - Mar 2004 (11 months)Provided exceptional customer services. Enrolled new members, managed daily cash deposits.
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PR AssistantVermont State Craft CenterOct 2001 - Apr 2003 (1 year 6 months)Hired as a Gallery Assistant where I educated visitors about displays, and assisted customers with purchases. I was promoted to Senior Gallery Assistant after a year. In 2002 I became PR Assistant for 3 Craft Schools and Galleries. In this position I designed craft school catalogs and posters for gallery openings. I wrote press releases and organized craft school and gallery events.
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Awards
- Deans list RIT
- RIT Interior Design Club - President
- IIDA - Student Member
- RU12 Community Center - Member
- Downtown Utica Development Association - President
- Made in Chenango Artist Cooperative - Founding Member
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On Coroflot@shawnohara, member since 2010
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