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Nicole Lee

Manchester,United Kingdom

Summary

Interior designer with 10 years of international experience in high-end residential and commercial projects. Proven expertise in conceptual space planning, 3D rendering, and project management. Skilled in AutoCAD and SketchUp, delivering high-quality, functional spaces while ensuring client satisfaction.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Makeup Artist

NARS Cosmetics
Manchester, United Kingdom
2025.09 - Current
  • Develop a strong sense of colour

Composition and visual harmony.

  • Management & Operations

Independent management of the operations and team coordination, ensuring performance and standards follow the brand guidelines

  • Visual & Stock Management

Maintained the VM and store standards and managed stock inventory and ordering.

  • Drive KPI with the Team

Driven team performance to achieve KPIs through planning and luxury service standards.

Interior Designer

M.Studio 微.工作室
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
2019.08 - 2022.03
  • Client Communication

Conduct a site visit, discuss requirements with clients on site, and ensure clear communication.

  • Cost Management & Quotation

Prepared quotations and controlled project costs to stay within budget.

  • Space Planning & Layout Design

Conducted space planning and layout design for residential and commercial projects.

  • Construction Drawings

Produced detailed construction drawings for contractors and project teams.

  • Contractor Coordination

Coordinated with contractors to make sure everything follows the design provided

  • Project Supervision

Monitored project progress on-site to ensure quality, timelines, and design accuracy

  • Project Management

Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and budgets.

  • Furniture & Supplier Management

Communicated with furniture suppliers to confirm designs and delivery schedules.

  • Material Sourcing

Researched and sourced materials for the projects, balancing quality and budget.

  • Client Support & Design Advice

Assisted clients in selecting furniture, finishes, and materials.

  • Financial Oversight

Monitored overall company finances, ensuring accurate accounts and budget management.

  • Team Management & HR Coordination

Managed team members, coordinated with accountants, approved leave requests, and tracked working hours.

Interior Designer

Design Information Center
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
2014.10 - 2019.08
  • Client Communication
  • Cost Management & Quotation
  • Space Planning & Layout Design
  • Construction Drawings
  • Contractor Coordination
  • Project Supervision
  • Project Management
  • Furniture & Supplier Management
  • Material Sourcing
  • Client Support & Design Advice

Kitchen Design Assistant

DaDa (Molteni Group)
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
2012.09 - 2013.10
  • Supported an Italian senior designer in producing AutoCAD drawings and technical documentation.
  • Assisted in kitchen layout design, joinery detailing, and specification drawings.
  • Coordinated sample boards and assisted with project presentations.
  • Developed early skills in CAD drafting and kitchen system design.

Makeup Artist

YSL Beauty and Prada Beauty
Manchester, Manchester
2024.11 - 2025.09
  • Management of daily counter operations and team coordination
  • Delivered luxury-level customer service for skincare and makeup brands.
  • Managed daily operations, including stock replenishment and VM, and make sure the counters are in standard.
  • Supported the team in achieving KPI targets through customer engagement.
  • Maintained clean, organized and presentable counters to brand standards.

Achievements:

  • Generated £85K+ sales in 6 months.
  • Top sales performer

Sales Supervisor

Rituals Cosmetics
Manchester, Manchester
2022.10 - 2024.11
  • Keyholder Responsibilities
    Opening and closing the store, store operations, and ensuring security protocols are followed.
  • Staff Management
    Assisted in training and supervising new staff members, delegating tasks, ensuring team efficiency and making sure they have the product knowledge
  • Drive KPI with the Team
    Lead the team to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) by setting clear goals and monitoring progress to improve performance.
  • Sales-Floor and Stockroom Operations
    Experienced in maintaining an organized sales floor, managing inventory, and ensuring the stockroom is stocked.
  • Update and Maintain VM
    Regularly update and maintain visual merchandising (VM) standards to ensure the store follows brand guidelines and maximizes sales opportunities.
  • Cash Handling and Till Operations
    Proficient in managing cash registers, cash-up procedures, and ensuring proper cash transactions.
  • Stock Management
    Efficiently managed stock levels, including ordering, receiving, and organizing inventory to ensure the availability of all products.
  • Customer Service
    Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with their purchases, addressing inquiries, and resolving the problems of the customers, resulting in high customer satisfaction.
  • Customer Sales
    Actively engaged with customers to drive sales, recommend products, and achieve sales targets.
  • Ensure Perfect Store Standards
    Maintain high store standards by cleaning, organizing, and overall presentation, ensuring a positive shopping
    experience for customers.


Achievements:

  • 100% mystery shopper scores in 2023 & 2024

Education

Professional Diploma - UI & UX Design

UX Design Institute, Manchester, UK
Manchester
2022.01 - 2023.01

Certificate of Higher Education - UI & UX Design

Sparka Academy, Hong Kong
Hong Kong
2021.01 - 2021.12

Advanced Diploma - Interior Design

Uniart, Hong Kong
Hong Kong
2011.01 - 2013.12

Skills

  • AutoCAD drawings
  • SketchUp proficiency
  • Enscape Rendering
  • 3D Max Rendering
  • V-Ray Rendering
  • Advanced Adobe Photoshop skills
  • Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Microsoft Office
  • Floor plan creation
  • Floor plan layouts
  • Project Management
  • Restaurant and Bar interiors
  • Textile and fabric knowledge
  • Color scheme creation
  • Bespoke furnishings creation
  • Budget management
  • Budget planning
  • Proposal drafting
  • Multitasking efficiency
  • Portfolio presentation
  • Client understanding
  • Furniture selection expertise
  • Design concept development
  • Visual merchandising
  • Lighting design
  • Materials sourcing
  • Furniture design
  • Time efficiency
  • Furniture selection
  • Customer Service

Languages

English
Upper intermediate
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
Chinese (Mandarin)
Fluent
Spanish
Beginner

Timeline

Makeup Artist

NARS Cosmetics
2025.09 - Current

Makeup Artist

YSL Beauty and Prada Beauty
2024.11 - 2025.09

Sales Supervisor

Rituals Cosmetics
2022.10 - 2024.11

Professional Diploma - UI & UX Design

UX Design Institute, Manchester, UK
2022.01 - 2023.01

Certificate of Higher Education - UI & UX Design

Sparka Academy, Hong Kong
2021.01 - 2021.12

Interior Designer

M.Studio 微.工作室
2019.08 - 2022.03

Interior Designer

Design Information Center
2014.10 - 2019.08

Kitchen Design Assistant

DaDa (Molteni Group)
2012.09 - 2013.10

Advanced Diploma - Interior Design

Uniart, Hong Kong
2011.01 - 2013.12
Nicole Lee