Archinect
Kathleen Flanagan

Kathleen Flanagan

Chicopee, MA, US

 

About 

Dynamic designer who can utilize creativity, leadership, and teamwork to design and execute solutions that create customer value. Can effectively communicate ability to create marketable material that conveys value for both clients and end users. Proficient in computer design programs such as Autodesk Revit Architecture software and AutoCad. Excels in the ability to coordinate well-conceived residential and commercial interior spaces properly and can use color to more efficiently define a mood and create dynamic interiors as well as draft and draw floor plans.

  • Extensive knowledge of Autodesk Revit Architecture software. & AutoCad
  • Experienced in Microsoft Office programs
  • Ability to work with several operating systems including Windows and Mac OS
  • Strong analytical skills, including expertise in Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to use creative knowledge to bring insight to customer and company needs.
  •  Familiar with apparel construction, flat pattern drafting and draping and couture
  • Enhanced familiarity and knowledge of fabrics, furnishes, and furniture styles
  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
  • Skills to think independently and quickly to resolve problems.
  • Self-motivated and capable of setting priorities and achieving goals.
  • Proficient writing and communication skills.

Employment 

South Hadley Café Inc, South Hadley, MA, US, Bartender and Server

• Effectively and efficiently work in fast-paced environment as well as successfully follow out duties and multitask during high volume business hours.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication, as well as strong presentation skills with a variety of audiences.
• Use strong judgment and decision making to quickly and correctly pressure situations.
• Effectively manage multiple projects in a stress-prone environment and demonstrate the ability to hold self-accountable to rigid standards.
• Proven to successfully delegate and prioritize to accomplish smooth transactions and customer service.

Aug 2011 - current
 

Architectural Insights, Inc, Palmer, MA, US, CAD Technician Intern

• Worked hand in hand with principles and architects by assisting in creating performance growth on numerous projects.
• Executed projects in a timely manner by using exceptional project management skills, independent problem solving skills, as well as proficient attention to detail.
• Used strong organizational skills and held the ability to manage several time-sensitive projects simultaneously.
• Effectively operated and controlled numerous computer software programs such as, Revit and AutoCad, to design new graphics and visualizations to better display the company's product and vision.

Feb 2013 - May 2013
 

Design Resource Center NE/ Corporate Designs NE, Springfield, MA, US, Design Assistant Intern

• Worked with a diverse staff of designers in fast paced residential and commercial departments.
• Aided and assisted designers with excel spreadsheets of project budgets, deadlines, and costs and comparisons of different vendor fabrics and finishes.
• Set the pace for quality and productivity to ensure the company’s standards and processes were consistently maintained at all times.
• Demonstrated exemplary personnel by holding the skills to be flexible and the ability to collaborate well with others.
• Solicited and gave timely feedback in regards to attended meetings with both vendors and clients and followed up with all orders, shipping dates, and worked to resolve any complex issues or discrepancies.

Apr 2012 - Aug 2012
 

Town Of South Hadley, South Hadley, MA, US, Paraprofessional

• Worked hand in hand with special education department to monitor and support students in grades 9th-12th to ensure each student gained independence and grew the organizational skills to further success.
• Accomplished strong people management skills and demonstrated ability to hold self-accountable to stringent standards.
• Communicated clear priorities to students in a high-stress environment while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Worked closely with school administration by participating in IEP meetings as well as face-to-face interaction with parents, liaisons, and counselors to create and improve the learning environment for each student.
• Demonstrated effective leadership and communication skills to assist in the mentoring and tutoring of students.

Sep 2008 - Jun 2011
 

Education 

Bay Path College, Longmeadow, MA, US, Bachelors, Interior Design

Bay Path College
Bachelors in Science: Business, Interior Design
Maroon Key Honor Society Inductee
GPA: 3.57

Aug 2011 - May 2013