Architectural Designer
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Architectural Designer

Experience:

TEACHING ASSISTANT � UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA � 2010

As a graduate student, served as teaching assistant in undergraduate design studio and computer lab courses. Design studio involved reinforcing design concepts, introducing students to new techniques and strategies for developing and communicating ideas, and participating in juries to review and critique student work. Lab courses involved working with a smaller group of students and leading the lab section of a digital modeling and design course. The lab sessions involved reviewing and practicing the techniques and programs discussed in the lectures, and helping students one-on-one to complete course assignments.

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER � VOORSANGER ARCHITECTS � 2012 - PRESENT

Promoted from an intern position to architectural designer. Responsibilities include development of competition proposals, schematic layouts, presentation materials (including models, posters, pamphlets, and videos), and participation in construction documentation. Highly skilled in digital modeling and the production of photo-realistic rendered views. High-end modeling and rendering capabilities using various media, as well as professional level experience with 3D printing.

Notable project contributions include:

-National World War II Museum, New Orleans, LA
-Phase 6: Andrew Higgins Drive Pedestrian Bridge - completed 2016
-Phase 7: Hall of Democracy - under construction
-Phase 8: Liberation Pavilion - starting 2019
-Phase 9: Canopy of Peace - under construction
-Private Residence: Cleveland, OH
-Private Residence: UWS Penthouse, New York, NY

OWNER � PROEFKE DESIGN LLC � 2017 - PRESENT

Wide range of pursuits including architectural competitions and proposals, design consultation, plateware and utensil design and production for local companies and events, commissioned 3D printing projects, and graphic design.

Career Goals:

To gain professional experience as an architectural designer.
To complete all ARE sections within the next year and become a registered architect.
To serve as a valuable team member, and work up to a project manager role.

Education:

MS in Architecture, 2011
BD in Architecture, 2009

Software:

AutoCad, Sketchup, Rhino, 3ds Max, Vray, Revit, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, After Effects, Microsoft Office.

Hobbies:

Cooking, design, gardening and landscaping, home- brewing, music (piano and guitar).