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Tommy Nguyen

Tommy Nguyen

Fredericksburg, VA, US

 
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About 

I am discovering better actions to engage a more thoughtful approach to art and design. I'm an architectural designer seeking opportunities in the U.S. in or near larger metropolitan areas. Although specializing in architecture, I enjoy all aspects of digital media, content creation, photography, and videography. These creative outlets help me discover my “why.” 

I enjoy a dynamic and collaborative environment that focuses on human-centered design. Design should be used to elevate the human experience in all regards. 

My long-term goal is to utilize my passions along with smart investments to create socio-economic impact, at any capacity, in communities.

Reach out to me on LinkedIn or email! I’d love to chat and explore opportunities.

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Employment 

ArchiHacks, Content Writer

I create digestible content for students and professionals discussing topics in the architecture industry.

Archihacks is a platform dedicated to architecture visualization, portfolio, and design tips and tricks for students and professionals

Nov 2020 - current
 

SL Haus Group, Boston, MA, US, Freelance Designer

Support the firm by producing 3D models, construction documents, and schematic design on 10 projects.

A small residential firm in Boston, MA that specializes in New England architecture with a mix of modernity.

Oct 2020 - current
 

718 Venue, Fredericksburg, VA, US, Venue Manager and Events Associate

Support coordinators with events utilizing 718 Venue which is in the heart of historic downtown
Maintain the organization of the venue to reach clients' satisfaction
Received key access to the venue to run events independently

Sep 2020 - current
 

T-Nails, Fredericksburg, VA, US, Receptionist

Co-owner of a family-owned business that provided a working knowledge of entrepreneurship, business organization, and excellent customer service. Co-ownership responsibilities include handling of direct assets and first-hand engagement with customers.

Aug 2014 - current
 

Fredericksburg City Planning Department, Fredericksburg, VA, US, Intern

Assisted in a public charette of Small Area Plan 1 of Fredericksburg City, engaged with the public about the future plan, collaborated with StreetSense and planning department, and assisted in a future creative maker’s district to increase the arts in the city.

Aug 2019 - Oct 2019
 

C2 Architecture, Roanoke, VA, US, Intern

Constructed 3D models (Sketchup and Revit), Formed construction documents, attended meetings with parties pertaining to the project, on-site examinations, and developed multiple renderings for marketing purposes.

May 2018 - Aug 2018
 

Virginia Tech Dining Hall, Blacksburg, VA, US, Student Assistant Manager

Provided leadership and supervision of 10 employees (up to 40 in emergencies) in a major dining hall; responsibilities included ensuring items are in stock, providing customer service, and filling out the appropriate paperwork at the end of a shift recording statistical data use for future business-use

Aug 2015 - Sep 2016
 

Education 

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), Blacksburg, VA, US, BArch, Architecture

Washington - Alexandria Architecture Campus
A Virginia Tech satellite campus in Old Town, Alexandria, in close proximity to Washington D.C. While completing a semester, I had the opportunity to study and live among 4th year, 5th year, Masters, and Ph. D students of architecture, landscape architecture, and urban planning. Students, from over a dozen countries and universities throughout the country, studied under the guidance of international and local professors, who are active in the design profession in the Capitol.

European Travel Program
During a ten-week travel program, under the guidance of a team of professors, I documented architecture, art, urban structures, and cultures of various cities throughout Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Greece, and Austria.

Aug 2015 - May 2020
 

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