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Susan Chan

Susan Chan

Los Angeles, CA, US

 

About 

Hi everyone!

 

My name is Susan Chan. I am currently a technical designer at Lexington Design & Fabrication, where I’ve had the opportunity to handle all the latest kinds of software programs such as Autocad, Revit, Rhino, and 3DSMax, working on high profile Disney projects. I have specialized experience in the themed entertainment industry coupled with a Masters degree in interior architecture,

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Employment 

Lexington Design & Fabrication, Los Angeles, CA, US, Technical Designer

▪ Worked closely with Disney’s Design team in order to translate their ideas into technical drawings for the environmental elements of Avatar ride.
▪ Produced thorough construction instructions and specifications, including the materials and hardware to be used in fabrication.
▪ Verified and inspected proper construction in the workshop and provided construction comments as necessary, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
▪ Completed project deadlines for 30-60-90 percent design submittals, with increasing amounts of detail per submittal stage.
▪ Built rockwork molds in Rhino 3D for Disney’s Avatar ride.
▪ Created construction documents for the wall panels in Avatar’s Flight of Passage ride.

Apr 2015 - current
 

Kitchen and Bath Solutions, Fountain Valley, CA, US, Kitchen and Bath Design Intern

▪ Designed and developed kitchen and bathroom plans, elevations, and 3D renderings.
▪ Corresponded with our clients throughout the design and installation process.

Sep 2014 - Jan 2015
 

Kim Salmela Atelier, Beverly Hills, CA, US, Furniture and Interior Design Intern

▪ Researched product purchases for interior design client with a budget of $100K, including all components of decorations, lighting, and furniture.
▪ Eagerly assumed additional responsibilities to meet the changing needs of the business.

Jul 2012 - Oct 2012
 

Education 

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, Masters, Architecture and Interior Design

Jan 2013 - Mar 2015
 
Sep 2006 - Jun 2012
 

University of California, Irvine, Bachelors, International Studies

Sep 2006 - Jun 2011
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills