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Krisztina Zareva

@krisztinazareva

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Creative account manager and producer specialising in luxury design.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles in luxury design where I can lead client relationships, manage bespoke projects, grow high-end accounts, and collaborate with architects and interior designers in a creative, client-focused environment.

I am a Creative Account Manager and Producer with extensive experience in luxury design, sales and client relations across Europe, particularly within architecture and high-end residential interiors. I consistently develop and implement sales strategies, act as a brand ambassador, and manage bespoke project delivery to exceed client expectations.

My background includes leadership roles such as Head of Bespoke Project Management and Key Account Manager, where I negotiated commercial contracts, built networks with architects and interior designers, and delivered tailored design solutions. I bring proven experience in client-facing negotiations, pricing strategy, and project management for luxury projects.

I am multilingual (Russian, Hungarian, English, German, Ukrainian) and trained in Residential Interior Design and communication/marketing disciplines, combining creative sensibility with commercial acumen to add measurable value to high-end design projects.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Creative Account Manager

Swarovski

Jun 2022 - Oct 2025 (3 years 4 months)

Led design and commercial discussions with interior designers and architects across Europe, defining sales strategy and negotiating contracts to grow luxury residential projects and represent the brand in-market.

Account Management Client Relations Sales Strategy Contract Negotiation Stakeholder Management Relationship Building Market Development

Key Account Manager

Manooi

Mar 2020 - Oct 2020 (7 months)

Led design discussions and implemented sales strategy for architecture and interior projects in Europe, conducting commercial negotiations and expanding network of architects and designers for luxury residential projects.

Key Account Management Sales Strategy Commercial Negotiation Luxury Networking Project Coordination Brand Representation

Head of Bespoke Projects

Manooi

Sep 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 5 months)

Established and managed bespoke design offerings for luxury architecture and interiors, maintained client relationships, defined pricing and negotiated contracts to deliver tailored solutions.

Bespoke Project Management Client Relations Pricing Strategy Contract Negotiation Business Development Sales Operations

Sales Manager

Manooi

Jul 2014 - Sep 2018 (4 years 2 months)

Developed and executed sales strategy across Europe and FSU markets, grew high-end client base in architecture and interior design, and negotiated sales contracts while acting as brand ambassador.

Sales Strategy Market Expansion Client Relationship Management Contract Negotiation Luxury Sales

Sales Assistant

Manooi

Aug 2013 - Jul 2014 (11 months)

Maintained customer relationships, supported sales operations and lead generation, provided product and pricing information, and assisted at expos and company events.

Customer Service Sales Support Lead Generation Product Knowledge event support Sales Administration Client Communication CRM

Export Executive Assistant

Scitec Nutrition

Sep 2012 - Aug 2013 (11 months)

Supported export operations and assisted with international client communication and order coordination to streamline cross-border sales processes.

Export Coordination Client Communication Order Processing Documentation Logistics Coordination

Process Associate

Genpact LLC

May 2011 - Jul 2012 (1 year 2 months)

Performed process-associate responsibilities supporting business operations and process delivery within assigned workflows to meet quality and timeliness targets.

Process Improvement Operational Support Quality Assurance Workflow Management Reporting Time Management Communication

Marketing Event Organizer

VAM Design Center

Jan 2012 - May 2012 (4 months)

Organized marketing events and assisted with promotional activities to support brand visibility and client engagement.

Event Planning Marketing Support Promotion Logistics Onsite Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

KLC School of Design

Certificate, Residential Interior Design

2020 - 2020

Completed a Residential Interior Design program in 2020 focused on residential design principles and practice.

Budapest Metropolitan University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor's degree, Communication and Media Studies

2009 - 2013

Completed a Bachelor's degree in Communication and Media Studies with specializations in Public Relations, Advertising, and Marketing from 2009 to 2013.