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Janel Fung

Janel Fung

Chicago, IL, US

 

About 

Employment 

TenFab Design, Skokie, IL, US, Detailing Manager

Manage the Detailing Department in which we produce fabrication drawings of tensioned fabric exhibit structures, using Vectorworks for 2D and 3D CAD. Maintain efficiency and workflow among the team to meet ongoing deadlines in a fast-paced production environment. Initiate and participate in design discussions to collaborate on the frame and fabric solutions per custom project. Maintain information resources specific to our department for quick and relevant data retrieval to facilitate problem-solving in frame design. Assign and review drawings and ensure the quality of our work is accurate, concise, consistent, and thorough. Coordinate with project managers and production managers to ensure flow of project information to and from our department to clients and production.

Oct 2010 - current
 

Nathan Kipnis Architects, Evanston, IL, US, Intern Architect

Produced complete sets of architectural permit drawings for residential and commercial projects using Vectorworks. Also produced 3D renderings and animations using Vectorworks, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Researched and applied building, zoning, and accessibility code data. Researched and applied building systems, architectural products and materials. Performed on-site field-measuring and documentation. Maintained architectural library of products and material samples. Provided general administrative support as needed. Completed IDP credit hours for construction documents phase of NCARB internship.

Feb 2007 - Jul 2010
 

Michael Leary, Architect, Chicago, IL, US, Intern Architect

Produced complete sets of architectural permit drawings for residential and commercial projects using AutoCAD. Researched and applied building, zoning, and accessibility code data. Researched and applied building systems, architectural products and materials. Performed on-site field-measuring and documentation. Maintained architectural library of products and material samples. Provided general administrative support as needed. Completed IDP credit hours for construction documents phase of NCARB internship.

May 2005 - Feb 2007
 

Education 

Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT), Chicago, IL, US, BArch, Architecture

Architectural studies with emphasis on sustainable design.

Aug 2002 - May 2007
 

Awards 

College of Architecture Alpha Rho Chi Medal, Award

Award for recognition of teamwork, dedication, and professionalism.

2007
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills