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Samuel Cruz

Samuel Cruz

Escondido, CA, US

 
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About 

The pandemic has created a challenging job hunt, but in this last year I have revisited previous academic projects to continue developing my design capabilities in software and concepts. I have also started the A.R.E. process and passed two of the six exams (Practice Management and Project Management). Additionally, I have done some freelance design work for a few clients creating marketing materials, websites, and administrative documents.

I am eager to learn, capable to take on new challenges, and dedicated to the success of the work in my hands.

Elsewhere:

Employment 

ESH Landscape Construction, Escondido, CA, US, Administrative Assistant

I assisted in the management of the office, accounting, cost estimating, contract preparation, and marketing.

Sep 2019 - Sep 2020
 

Office of Mobile Design with Jennifer Siegal, Venice, CA, US, Architectural Research Intern

I participated in Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) research and building code analysis in preparation for a prefabricated ADU release.

Sep 2018 - Nov 2018
 

Gensler, Los Angeles, CA, US, Architectural Intern

I worked with the Urban Planning & Design Strategies Studio, researching and helping with various projects and tasks. I also designed temporary shelters for the homeless as an intern project.

Jun 2018 - Aug 2018
 

The Brown Studio, Inc, Encinitas, CA, US, Architectural Intern

I participated in model building, presentation design, research and feasibility studies.

May 2017 - Aug 2017
 

Education 

University of Southern California (USC), Los Angeles, CA, US, BArch, Architecture

USC's five-year architecture program with a minor in psychology.

Accomplishments:
Raymond S. Kennedy Award for Creative Innovations
Latino Alumni Association Scholarship Recipient
Renaissance Scholar
Cum Laude

Aug 2014 - May 2019
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills