A young, design professional looking to get back into the architecture world. A combination of experiences in events, productions, installations, and architecture. An interdisciplinary outlook that is necessary for designing in a modern, complex built environment. A highly motivated individual, who is interested in how architecture affects an individuals psychology.
We're Magnetic, New York, Technical Design Lead
-Day-to-day project management of assigned creative projects and events; oversight of all elements including production schedules/timelines, partner/vendor solicitation
-Produce detailed operational documents including construction drawings for fabricators, permitting plans, project estimates, load-in/strike schedules, contingency plans, etc
-Manage on-site logistics from load-in through strike, including technical coordination, production personnel and vendors
Solomon Group, New Orleans, LA, US, Project Designer
Project Designer
-Developed solutions for complex design projects, varying in scale and program; from TV studios, to museum exhibits, and the production of entire festivals
-Won multiple design bids for national clients such as NHL All-Star game, NBA and Turner Broadcasting
-Relayed client information to teams to guarantee design intent and all goals were being met
-Led project team in producing clear renderings, technical drawings and on-site management
-Introduced parametric design to expedite design of certain components
-Created a high volume of graphics, layouts, and production design
Technical Designer
-Responsible for technical detailing of installations and the integration of audio, video, and lighting systems
-Created construction documents for carpenters, painters, welders, and installers
-Experimented with CNC operator to research and document different building methods and explore different material uses
-Assisted with recording and documenting permanent installs to help future projects and analyze building methods
SCOPE Art Fair Inc, Brooklyn, NY, US, Operations Associate/Designer
-Managed construction and logistics of two international art fairs by providing technical oversight and coordination of project activities with clients, contractors and staff
-Collaborated with gallery owners to design ideal exhibition space for their clients
-Increased efficiency of construction phase by automating parts of the process, while doubling the footprint of art fair
Hot Sands, Asbury Park, NJ, US, Glass Blower
-Taught students how the glass blowing process worked
-Assisted artists with their work and produced original pieces
-Fabricated intricate detailing for finished sculptures in wood shop and metal shop
Chenevert Architects, New Orleans, LA, US, Design Intern
-Worked along architects in a professional workplace as an intern on various projects
-Created renderings and presentation materials to support marketing efforts with clients
-Led multiple site visits to document existing conditions for historical renovations
Architectura, Fort Lee, NJ, US, Design Intern
-Participated in all phases of design and construction process on wide array of projects including; urban planning, mixed-use buildings, and residential projects
-Worked closely with project architects and structural engineers to produce cladding details for construction documents, working in Autocad, Adobe Suites, and hand drawings
-Prepared construction documents
Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, US, MArch, Architecture
Main Architecture Courses
1st year- Design Studio/Digital Media Classes(CAD,PS,AI,InD)/ Intro to Architecture History
2nd year- Design Studio/Digital Media Classes(Rhino/Vray)/Arch History/ Structures I and II
3rd year- Comprehensive Studio/ Passive_Active Systems/ Arch History
4th year- Option Studio/Adv Digital Modeling(Grasshopper,Kangaroo,Weaverbird,Ghowl)/Digital Fabrication
5th year- Option Studio/Thesis Research/Thesis Design
AIA New Orleans Design Awards, Award
Honor award in the category of Master Plan and Urban Design
Ronald Katz Award, 1st Place
The Ronald Katz Award is awarded annually by the Thesis Design Directors. The award was instituted in 1991 in memory of Ronald F. Katz '63. It is awarded for outstanding personal growth through thorough and careful development of a provocative thesis idea.
