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WILLIS RYAN

Melbourne

Summary

My name is Willis. I am a productive and enthusiastic individual with a passion for interior design and architecture. With a track record of building strong client relationships and delivering tailored advice. Recognized for exceptional customer service and keen attention to detail, I thrive in high-pressure environments while collaborating with my team to exceed targets and enhance the client experience., particularly within businesses that share my love for design and craftsmanship. With a diverse range of work experience, from high-end retail to hospitality, I would bring a strong work ethic and well-tuned customer service skills to your team. After completing my studies with a diploma in residential and commercial Interior Design. I am looking for a role to further my knowledge in as many fields as possible be that Fashion, Design, Interiors.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Interior Designer

BoConcept
06.2025 - Current
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
  • Selected and sourced materials, furniture, and accessories for aesthetically pleasing spaces.
  • Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.

Client Advisor

Gucci
02.2024 - 03.2025
  • Being positioned in the New Zealand flagship store. In a high end industry establishing my role to be collaborative within the workplace was always a strong focus.
  • Working with clients to secure their desired item, using selling techniques to upsell and translate my knowledge of both product but company values and history.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients to understand their needs and goals within the Gucci sphere, building walk in clients to VIP status.
  • Provided tailored financial advice to clients, helping them make informed decisions.
  • Collaborated with the team to identify and capitalize on new business development opportunities within current client base.

Retail Assistant

Simon James
08.2023 - 03.2025
  • Between both concept stores working collaboratively with the team to help in sales or stock
  • Built rapport with individual customers, providing honest recommendations, as well as assisting customers in locating desired products.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of all available products and services, demonstrated product knowledge to help customers make informed decisions.
  • Assisted with visual merchandising tasks such as creating window displays and table lays.
  • Performed opening and closing procedures, including securing store, counting cash drawers, and setting up promotional materials.

Retail Assistant, Casual

Deadly Ponies
06.2023 - 02.2024
  • Providing customers with an approachable high level of service tailored to their needs
  • Working collaboratively with colleagues to meet (and beat) store sales targets
  • Understanding unique details about all products such as materials used and product care information to relay to the customer
  • Maintained strong knowledge of all available products and services.

Retail Assistant, Part-Time

Slow Store
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Worked closely with the store manager to maintain high standards, including dressing the space and displaying curated goods
  • Assisted customers with design choices and specifications for custom goods
  • Independently managed the store, including making sales and providing personalized shopping experiences

Reception and Customer Care

Buoy Salon and Spa
08.2017 - 07.2018
  • Welcome and ensure the comfort of guests, managing administrative tasks and appointments
  • Expertly recommended and sold hair care products tailored to clients' unique needs
  • Confirmed upcoming appointments via phone or email to minimize no-shows or last-minute cancellations.

Education

Diploma of Interior Design - Commercial

Unitec
01.2023

Diploma of Interior Design - Residential

Unitec
01.2022

Certificate of Art & Design - undefined

Unitec
01.2020

Skills

  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Well-tuned customer service skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently
  • Intuitive and strong sense of initiative
  • Interior styling
  • Adobe creative suite

Timeline

Interior Designer

BoConcept
06.2025 - Current

Client Advisor

Gucci
02.2024 - 03.2025

Retail Assistant

Simon James
08.2023 - 03.2025

Retail Assistant, Casual

Deadly Ponies
06.2023 - 02.2024

Retail Assistant, Part-Time

Slow Store
01.2021 - 12.2021

Reception and Customer Care

Buoy Salon and Spa
08.2017 - 07.2018

Diploma of Interior Design - Residential

Unitec

Certificate of Art & Design - undefined

Unitec

Diploma of Interior Design - Commercial

Unitec
WILLIS RYAN