My name is Samantha and I recently graduated from Tulane University with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture. I am taking a gap year before pursuing my graduate degree in Architecture to explore how I can utilize design in a way that will be conducive to a positive future. I am interested in sustainability, graphic design, building in extreme environments, and using architecture to solve problem-solve within cities. I am looking for an opportunity that will foster my creativity and help me grow as a designer, while also persuading my decision on how to pursue my future career as an architect.
Trapolin-Peer Architects, New Orleans, LA, US, Graphic Design/ Marketing Intern
I currently work in the marketing department to use graphic design as a tool to represent the firm's projects aesthetically. I use Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop to create layouts and standardize text and graphic coherency in the firm's brochures, proposals, etc.
Tulane University Planning Office, New Orleans, Intern/ Research Assistant
I put together feasibility studies for project requests with the university complete with location, existing, demo, proposed, and electrical plans. In addition, I complete site verifications for project locations and update the plan database based on those measurements. I also undertake any Photoshop work that may need to be done in the office.
Andrew V. Giambertone & Associates, Huntington, NY, US, Architecture Intern
I worked as an intern for the past two summers for one month each. I utilized photoshop to update original renderings to reflect the current state of the project. Also, I used AutoCAD to convert sketches done by the principal architect into digital drawings that could be used by the other architects in the firm.
Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, US, Bachelors, Architecture
I took a range of classes from structure based classes such as Structural Systems and Physics for Architects to Digital Media based classes, as well as various studios. I completed my final studio in Rome, before finishing a semester early.