Resume

Objective

To work in a dynamic and challenging environment in which I can use my design and construction skills in a team-orientated environment.

Education

  • Master's of Architecture - Carleton University, Ottawa
  • Graduated August 2006
  • Bachelor of Architectural Studies - Carleton University, Ottawa
  • Graduated May 2003
  • King's Edgehill School, Windsor, Nova Scotia
  • Graduated 1999
  • Registered Intern Architect with the Ontario Association of Architects

Skills

  • Archicad 10.0, Autocad 2006-2008
  • 3D modeling software - Sketch Up, Maya, Form Z
  • Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere
  • Free hand drawing and technical drafting
  • Flexible on both PC and Macintosh systems
  • Modeling at a range of scale and use of materials
  • Obtained Secret Security Clearance as well as CPIC Clearance

Awards and Achievements

  • Presented a research paper at the annual conference City in Film in Liverpool, England in March 2008. Conference proceedings were published in the summer of 2008
  • Carleton University entrance scholarship for Master's of Architecture program
  • Award for outstanding studio work, 2000
  • Carleton University President Scholarship, 1999
  • Stump Ross Community Service Award, 1999
  • Best female Non-Commissioned Officer of School Cadet Corps, 1999
  • Company Sergeant Major in School Cadet Corps 1999
  • Captain of High School Rugby Team, 1998 and 1999

Activities and Interests

  • Captain of co-ed indoor soccer team, fall and winter 2008
  • Member of Carleton University School of Architecture Association of Students 1999-2003
  • Interested in photography, film and its application to architecture, new green technologies for residential design

Work Experience

Intern Architect - September 2006 - Present
Atelier 292 Architecture & Design (Ottawa, Ontario)

  • Completed construction drawings and permit drawings for various scaled commercial and residential projects
  • Conducted site reviews and reports for projects that were under construction, provided clarification on-site to contractors during construction
  • Project managed various scaled projects during construction, completing contract administration and progress billing
  • Worked on interior design schemes for corridor upgrades to existing condos, producing 3d renderings and material sample boards for presentation to the condominium board
  • Prepared measured drawings of existing spaces for design development

Condominium Sales Representative - March 2005 - May 2009
Charlesfort Developments (Ottawa, Ontario)

  • Worked part-time while attending Carleton University showing model units and floor plans for residential projects such as The Glasgow, Powell Lofts, The Gardens and The Moorcroft
  • Worked in the main office during the summer assisting the head designer with customer upgrades and pricing, as well as processing site instructions during construction

Architectural Technician - January - July 2004
Dewi Evans Architects (Swansea, Wales)

  • Worked in Swansea, Wales on a visa during a gap year
  • Drafted various residential and commercial projects using Archicad
  • Worked on layouts for various social housing projects for the City of Swansea

Architectural Draftsperson - May - August, 2002
Davison Seamone Rickard Adams Architects (Halifax, Nova Scotia)

  • Drafted various projects using Autocad
  • Designed sign layouts for various projects using Photoshop
  • Designed furniture layouts for various government and corporate offices

References

Please contact me for references