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Daria Agapitova

Daria Agapitova

New York, NY, US

 
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About 

My amplitude includes but is not limited to architectural design, interior design, design of XR environments, and graphic design. Over the years, I gained experience working in the art sphere, producing site-specific installations and exhibiting as a digital artist. 

I graduated from Syracuse University with a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, and am currently seeking employment as a Junior Designer interested in cultural, institutional, and commercial environments.

Elsewhere:

Employment 

Self-Employed, New York, NY, US, Digital Artist

- Within one month conceptualised and created 4 digital art pieces that was displayed in 2 galleries in New York and London.
- Executed 3 digital product set designs for a luxury handbag brand as a part of their digital marketing strategy.

Oct 2022 - current
 

Foundation for Spirituality and the Arts, New York, NY, US, Curatorial and Design Fellow

- Contributed to the exhibition set planning process by supporting 3D design and modeling of spatial arrangements.
- Created visually compelling graphics for social media campaigns that led to an 85% increase in viewership and a 55% increase in engagement.
- Facilitated communication between arts professionals, institutions, and the general public to curate in-person events.

Jun 2022 - Dec 2022
 

Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY, US, Architecture Plot Monitor

- Assisted students, faculty, and other visitors of the computer lab with technical support and customer service.
- Ensured proper operation of lab printers by performing maintenance tasks.

Feb 2022 - May 2022
 

Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY, US, Librarian Assistant at King+King Architecture Library

- Managed front desk operation to provide services for visitors.
- Developed and implemented a system for efficient digitalization of architectural drawings within university library archive.

Aug 2019 - May 2022
 

Syracuse University SOURCE Grand, Syracuse, NY, US, SOURCE Grand Recipient and Researcher, Project "Through My Eyes"

- Collaborated with a team of four to curate and exhibit a unique video installation, tailored specifically for the Everson Museum of Art Plaza.
- Curated a Zoom panel discussion featuring subject matter experts: Susan Stryker, Jaffer Kolb, Lucas LaRochelle, Shawne Holloway.

Oct 2020 - Apr 2021
 

Syracuse University SOURCE Grand, Syracuse, NY, US, SOURCE Grand Recipient and Researcher, Project "Openness"

- Analysed more than 25+ academic sources to research the impact of architectural design on gendered spaces, concluded with a digital publication.

Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
 

Progress Architecture Bureau, Moscow, RU, Architectural Intern

- Contributed to the design development of a mixed-use hospitality project by creating conceptual collages in Photoshop and 3D visualizations in VRay.
- Utilized AutoCAD to produce accurate and detailed project documentation for both residential and commercial projects.
- Assisted the senior project architect in coordinating with material and furniture vendors.

May 2018 - Aug 2018
 

Education 

Gray Area Foundation for the Arts, Open Metaverse Intensive

10-week online course dedicated to the development of virtual spaces via the use of extended reality (XR) technologies and tools such as A-Frame, Blender, 8th Wall, Modelviewer, and MindAR | Diversity Scholarship Recipient

Nov 2022 - Feb 2023
 

Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY, US, BArch, Architecture

Cum Laude | Philosophy Minor

Aug 2017 - May 2022
 

Awards 

Dean's List, Award

Awarded from 2017-2022

2022
 

Architecture Portfolio Award, Scholarship

2017
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills