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Michael Villegas

Michael Villegas

Philadelphia, PA, US

 

About 

I am a designer and creative strategist with a passion for unifying big picture concepts with finely crafted details using clear communication and high quality aesthetics. From architecture to graphic design, music to photography, technology to fitness, my interests are as diverse as my personality.

More @ www.michael-villegas.com

Employment 

D2 Groups, King of Prussia, PA, US, Design Coordinator

•  leads design of commercial architecture, interior, and signage projects over $1M
•  presents winning proposals to land large project contracts over competing firms
•  integrates VR/AR technologies to improve client engagement in design process
•  collaborates closely with design director to set in-house architectural standards

Apr 2016 - current
 

Freelance, Creative Strategist

•  reinforced brand identity and created visual media for CASA, a national nonprofit
•  generated prints, wireframes, and web assets for a range of clients and projects
•  conducted site analysis and produced conceptual models for 750 SF hair salon
•  offered consultation services involving strategy, aesthetics, and copywriting

Jun 2010 - current
 

Minshara, Harrisburg, PA, US, Musician & Producer

• performed and interviewed on live TV, iHeartMedia radio, and Vans Warped Tour
• wrote, produced, and released two 5-track EPs, 10-track LP, and music videos
• curated and managed all social media content and physical merchandise

Dec 2010 - Dec 2016
 

AP Williams, Harrisburg, PA, US, Architectural Designer

• utilized AutoCAD and Revit to document both steel and wood frame construction
• led design of a 30,000+ SF office building, 15,000+ SF fitness centers, and more
• implemented graphic standards, produced renderings, animations, and models

Mar 2012 - Oct 2015
 

DIGSAU, Philadelphia, PA, US, Junior Designer

• established first successful prototype for “Parklet" pilot program in Philadelphia
• contributed to designs of dormitory, dining hall, office, and hospitality projects
• completed drawings, infographics, study models, and programming diagrams

Apr 2011 - Sep 2011
 

TU Snowboard Club, Philadelphia, PA, US, Graphic Designer

• assumed leadership responsibilities for a 200+ member organization
• developed website, blog, promotional material, and apparel design

Sep 2008 - May 2010
 

TU Wood Shop, Philadelphia, PA, US, Shop Supervisor

• demonstrated and promoted proper shop use and tool safety standards
• explored various model building and woodworking techniques

Jan 2008 - May 2010
 

HABS/HAER, Amboy, CA, US, Draftsman

• composed technical drawings of historic structures for US Library of Congress
• displayed aptitude for time-management and self-management

May 2008 - Aug 2008
 

Education 

Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, US, BArch, Architecture

Aug 2005 - May 2010
 

Temple University Rome, Rome, Italy, BArch, Architecture

Jan 2009 - May 2009
 

Awards 

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Rising Finalist, Other

Won 2 out of 3 round performance based competition in Philadelphia, PA.

2015
 

Musikarmageddon Winner, 1st Place

Won 4-round performance based competition in Wilmington, DE.

2014
 

Warped Tour "Battle of the Bands" Finalist, Other

Selected to perform on Ernie Ball Stage at 2014 Warped Tour in Camden, NJ.

2014
 

2010 AIA Henry Adams Medal, Award

Temple Architecture top-ranked student graduating with the highest GPA in 10 previous studio courses.

2010
 

2010 Bachelor of Architecture Award, Award

Temple Architecture top-ranked student graduating with with honors and highest scholastic average in the Bachelor of Architecture Program.

2010
 

Da Vinci Thesis Prize Nominee, Nomination

2010
 

Diener Brick Thesis Award Nominee, Nomination

2010
 

ARCC Graduation Award Nominee, Nomination

2010
 

2008 Vitetta “Best and Brightest” Nominee, Nomination

2009
 

Rosen, Harry Scholastic Tyler Award, Scholarship

2009
 

2010 John Stewardson Competition Finalist, Nomination

2009
 

Gleason, Jewell & Rutherford Award, Scholarship

2008
 

1st Place Portfolio Design Winner, 1st Place

2007
 

Temple University Full Tuition Scholarship, Scholarship

2005
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills