EMPLOYMENT
2008 Jan-Aug
Architectural Assistant
London UK
- Assisted with master planning and residential projects
- Developed competition entries, projects in programmatic design and projects under construction
- Prepared Photoshop presentation drawings and models for client meetings
- Developed AutoCAD construction details and issued drawings
- Completed feasibility studies including site analysis and area calculations
- Attended on-site meetings and inspections, worked with clients and consultants
- Worked directly with an associate, but often worked in teams of 2-4 people
2007 May-Aug
Architectural Intern
New York USA
- Worked on various projects: master plans, renovations, offices, and civic buildings
- Assisted mainly in schematic design, developed design and site analysis stages
- Produced design drawings and presentation boards for client meetings
- AutoCAD organisation and development of drawing sets
- Presentation work in M-color, Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator
- Worked closely in small teams with partners, consultants and clients
2006 Sept-Dec
Architectural Assistant
Paris France
- Assisted in the design development stage of a large office tower with surrounding commercial complexes sited outside Paris
- Built physical models and created AutoCAD drawings
- Translated presentations and documentation to improve communication between the French and USA offices
- Worked closely with clients in their own offices
- Worked in a large office team on varied aspects of the project
2006 Jan-Apr
Heritage Buildings Conservation Technician
Regina Canada
- Worked directly with the Provincial Heritage Architect in the Heritage sector of the Provincial Government
- Attended meetings with registered heritage property owners to discuss ongoing plans for restoration, renovation and upkeep of properties
- AutoCAD design of window grilles and fences for protected heritage properties
- Designed booklets and posters to stimulate public awareness of heritage buildings
- Managed heritage properties database and updated website
- Archival work — cataloguing digital and paper files
- Communicated with other departments of government and the general public
EDUCATION
San Francisco State University
California USA
2010
Revit Training
Autodesk Authorized Training Center
University of Waterloo
Ontario Canada
2004-2009
Honours Bachelor of Architectural Studies
Kincardine & District Secondary School
Ontario Canada
2001-2004
Ontario Diploma
Ontario Scholar, Honours List
SKILLS
Computer
3D
Revit, SketchUp, Form Z
2D
AutoCAD
Graphics
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Final Cut Pro
Web
Dreamweaver, HTML, Processing
Office
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Art
Proficient at hand drafting, sketching, photography, acrylics, and oil-pastels.
Personal
Friendly, enthusiastic and optimistic. Self organized and efficient.
Design
I find inspiration in historical landmarks, old maps, sketches, stories, and photographs.
CREDENTIALS / AWARDS
2010
LEED Green Associate Accredited
2008
Exhibition at the Victoria Park Gallery, Kincardine, Ontario
2004
Victoria Park Gallery Scholarship
2004
Ontario Scholar, Honors List
VOLUNTEERING
Present
2001-2006
Kincardine Women's Triathlon
2004-2005
Tree Planting Program
2001-2002
Christmas Food Drive
| 2010 | SFSU, California |
| 2004-2009 | UW, Canada |
| 2008 | UW, Rome Studio |
| 2008 | J+W, England |
| 2007 | RAMSA, New York |
| 2006 | ARQ., France |
| 2006 | CYR, Canada |
| 2001-2004 | KDSS, Canada |