1. John M. McNerney, BA, Interior Design
1346 Forest Glen Drive
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
330.328.7937
johnmichaelmcn@gmail.com
Objective: Interior Designer/Space Planning/Commercial Interiors/Health Care Design
Professional Experience:
5/2015-Present: Interior Design Consultant
Self-Employed, Salary as per client agreement/ pro- bono arrangement
Provided pre-design assessments forresidential and commercial projects during preliminary design
interviews. Conducted on-site visits to determine design needs,functional requirements, identification of
physical barriers and issues requiring further evaluation. Creative design alterations developed corresponding
to budget stipulations.
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Successfully integrated working knowledge of building systems, interiors, and
design criteria into spaces which are capable of serving multiple needs. Established professional relationships
with non-profit organizations who serve clients with a broad range of disabilities.
1/2014- 4/2014: Interior Design Intern
Candace Sveda Interiors, INC., 34 Ravenna St., Hudson, OH 44236
Salary: N/A,Supervisor: Candace Sveda, (330) 650-4425, may be contacted
Collaborated commercial and residential design work under the direction of senior professionals to achieve
exceptional and creative design alterations. Assessed,identified, and interviewed users in the capacity of
Interior Design Intern to determine design needs and desired aesthetic during pre-design meetings.
Collaborated design alterations while engaged in the processes ofspace planning, site visitations, and
vendorinterviews of systems furniture and equipment.
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Achieved a comprehensive understanding of professional Interior Design
practices. Creatively transformed window displays into a gallery spaces and a sales device. Operated retail
unit during the absence of the Senior Designer and Business Manager.
November, 2011, Real World Design Week 2011
MOSAIC Design Studio, 232 N. Third St., Suite 400 | Columbus,Ohio 43215.(614)429-6800.
One day programsponsored by The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID).
Salary: N/A, Supervisor: Lisa Cini, Senior Interior Designer/Owner, may be contacted
Collaborated as Student Interior Designer within the Commercial Interior Design environment of a high-
profile design firm. Researched materials from Design Resource Library for preliminary FF&E selections
within senior facilities. Referenced drawings and construction documents during verification of design
criteria process for the installation of lighting fixtures (luminaires) and electrical receptacle placement.
Attended vendormeetings conducted by contract textile vendors for updating design resource library.
4/2011 -11/2011, Inter-Discipline Studies
The Akron Zoological Park/The University of Akron (Multi-Disciplines)
500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH, 44307
Salary: N/A, Supervisor: Doug Piekarz, President and CEO, (330) 375-2550, may be contacted

2. John M. McNerney, BA, Interior Design, 2
Developed creative design alterations and strategies for The Akron Zoo while addressing Fatal Light
Awareness (FLAP) concerns.Provided design analysis, information gathering and photo documentation of
buildings and grounds within the Akron Zoo. Conducted pre-design interviews to identify design criteria.
Analyzed and prepared data into professionalformats for compliance with FLAP guidelines. Researched data
obtained during site visitations to achieve creative and unobtrusive design aesthetic.Compiled digital image
files obtained during site visits to supplement current literature and bird strike data from FLAP, the cities of
Toronto, Ontario, Chicago, Illinois and New York, New York. Consulted with Architect and gathered design
information and working AutoCAD files. Collaborated research across multiple disciplines within The
University of Akron.
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Successfully presented research findings and photographic documentaries to supplement building analysis
and propose design alterations to executive committee. Established collaborative relationships between The
Akron Zoo and four disciplines within The University of Akron which provided creative design alterations
and effective research for developing grant proposals.
4/2004-10/2012, Customer Service- Fine Dining Server
Employer: LeFever’s River Grille/The River/Samira, 2291 Riverfront Parkway, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 4422.
Salary: $3.85/hour + tips/ 20 hours/week
Supervisor: Anna Marie Brubaker, (330) 858-3714, may be contacted
Provided optimum levels of customer care within a Fine-Dining, full service restaurant.Developed
salesmanship techniques,active listening skills, and guest awareness.Established positive customer
interactions, needs identification, and information gathering
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:Executed superior service for 12-15 patrons simultaneously
incorporating multi-tasking skills while enabling unique customer requirements (needs). Resolved
consumer conflicts and ensured guest satisfaction at the point of sale. Trained new employees via
leadership, direct guidance, and experience-based feedback
Education:
The University of Akron, Bachelor of Arts, Interior Design, May 2015 - Cum Laude
Computer Skills:
PC and Macintosh Operating Systems; ADOBE: Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop; AUTODESK:
AutoCAD, REVIT; GOOGLE® Sketch-Up, Microsoft Office Suite; Social Media
Affiliations & Volunteer Participation:
American Society of Interior Designers(ASID), Allied Member
Greater Akron Innovative Network for Sustainability (GAINS) - Member
Golden Key, International Honor Society
Alpha Sigma Lambda, Adult Learner Honor Society
Adopt-A-Spot, City of Cuyahoga Falls – Volunteer Garden Steward (On-Going Commitment)
ADM Crisis Center, Akron, Ohio – Volunteer Public Speaker (On-Going Commitment)
Gregorian Chant, Akron, Ohio- Volunteer Choral Member