Work Experience

CAHA Design Studio

Architectural Drafter

10/24 - present • Freelance

• Created as-built plans and models from floorplans and historic data
• Managed equipment schedules and specification sheet packets across projects
• Designed mechanical, electrical, and plumbing schematics
• Worked on both commercial and residential projects
• Completed a Historic Resources Report through the use of public records, genealogical databases, photographic surveys, and command-line programming
• Interfaced with contractors, vendors, and other architecture studios to gather necessary information to complete projects

iPermit

Permit Runner

01/24 - 06/24 • Full time

• Utilized industry-standard CAD software to convert initial designs into polished plans.
• Leveraged open-source GIS software to create site diagrams for review by city permit offices.
• Prepared CF1R energy forms for submission.
• Worked with city officials to obtain building permits quickly and accurately, increasing building permit acquisition rate by 30% in 4 months.
• Reviewed and applied city building codes to applications and plans to insure quick turnaround and customer satisfaction.

Lasarrus

UX Design Intern

02/23 - 01/24

• Authored, designed, and illustrated a Quick Start Guide for the company’s devices, ensuring easy understanding and utilization of the product.
• Created visually appealing illustrations to accompany grant proposals and shareholder meetings, contributing to a professional and persuasive presentation of ideas and projects.
• Presented in weekly team meetings on findings and conclusions from website and application audit, resulting in an increase in shareholder approval.
• Handled email communication and CAD revisions with a professional manufacturing company.

Oh, The Horror! Magazine

Editor, Lead Designer

03/22 - 10/22

• Created print layouts for a US-Letter sized magazine in Adobe InDesign.
• Managed print vendor relationship to ensure a quality product, including : CMYK specifics, magazine sizing, and paper selection.
• Developed magazine cover with original illustration and custom hand-lettering.
• Developed layout templates to streamline production of future projects.
• Created streamlined artist submission system with Google Forms and Google Drive.

Education

Specialization in Graphic Design

CalArts • Graduated 05/23

Drafting Certificate

Lane Community College • Graduated 07/21

Toolbox

AutoCAD, Figma, Google Drive, Microsoft Office, Revit, FreeCAD.

Skills

3D modeling, 2D drafting, HTML/CSS, website management, permit administration, technical writing, vendor relationship management.