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Jim Kurt Ereño

Jim Kurt Ereño

Toronto, ON, CA

 

About 

Recent University of Toronto graduate with over 3+ years of experience in architectural design. Key strengths include project management from conceptual design to completion, design development and preparation of drawings, and strong communication and presentation skills.

Employment 

Amphora Architecture Inc., Winnipeg, MB, CA, Consultant

Produced 2D and 3D drawings for 19,000 sq ft low-rise multi-family housing project using Rhino and AutoCAD; Conducted research and provided project specific information on building codes and zoning regulations; Managed website and social media content

May 2022 - Jun 2022
 

University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, CA, Teaching Assistant

Co-taught undergraduate studio course on architectural representation and conventions; Evaluated students’ assignments and overall performance; Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication

Jan 2022 - Apr 2022
 

University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, CA, Research Assistant

Produced 2D and 3D drawings for private residential building located in historical town of Kotronas (Greece); Provided conceptual master planning for competition entry; Conducted library and archival research

May 2021 - Feb 2022
 

Amphora Architecture Inc., Winnipeg, MB, CA, Architectural Intern

Assisted project managers in developing conceptual and schematic designs for various residential projects; Prepared sketches, design presentations, and full drawing packages for zoning application; Reviewed and coordinated architectural documents for city permit application

Jul 2021 - Sep 2021
 

University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, CA, Graduate Teaching Assistant

Assisted professor in conducting lecture on Rhino and Grasshopper; Guided graduate-level students through problems and concepts by working one-on-one with students and hands on demonstrations; Evaluated assignments and provided effective, timely, and appropriate feedback to students to support their learning

Sep 2020 - Dec 2020
 

Amphora Architecture Inc., Winnipeg, MB, CA, Architectural Designer

Developed, drafted, and coordinated SD, DD, and CD sets; Assisted clients with bid process and administer construction to the satisfaction of client and company; Assisted with specifications and material selections for various construction projects

Dec 2016 - Jul 2019
 

Likha Design Build, Winnipeg, MB, CA, Co-Founder

Produced prototype designs with AutoCAD; Installed windows, drywall, fencing, ceiling tiles, and fixtures; Effectively used power tools to craft wood projects

Apr 2016 - Jul 2019
 

Education 

University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, CA, MArch, Architecture

University of Toronto Fellowship, 2019-2021

Sep 2019 - current
 

University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, CA, Bachelors, Environmental Design

Dean's Honour List, Winter Term, 2011
(Faculty of Arts)

University 1 Honour List, Fall Term, 2009
(University 1)

Sep 2009 - May 2014
 

Areas of Specialization