Courses:Commercial Design ICommercial Design IIConstruction, Architectural Systems, and Building CodesProject Management

• Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success. • Exhibit a passion for teaching and engaging students in the learning process. • Encourage & counsel students to excel in chosen area of design profession.• Collaborate with department faculty and staff to meet and exceed requirements for CIDA accreditation and SACS… Show more • Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success. • Exhibit a passion for teaching and engaging students in the learning process. • Encourage & counsel students to excel in chosen area of design profession.• Collaborate with department faculty and staff to meet and exceed requirements for CIDA accreditation and SACS review.• Manage the learning environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing school/campus academic and attendance policies. • Successfully coordinate the development of a campus center for IIDA and ASID student involvement.• Relate professional/life/industry experience to learning by the continuation of professional/technical skills development, the introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities. Show less

• Coordinate project requirements with contractors, subcontractors, architects and multiple stakeholders.• Implement the use of Sketchup modeling for preliminary design presentations to assist with client’s conceptual understanding.• Improve the use of AutoCAD to create working drawings in accordance with IBC and current ADA guidelines necessary for construction.• Motivate multiple contract employees to meet deadlines with high-standards for quality and a firm adherence to budgetary… Show more • Coordinate project requirements with contractors, subcontractors, architects and multiple stakeholders.• Implement the use of Sketchup modeling for preliminary design presentations to assist with client’s conceptual understanding.• Improve the use of AutoCAD to create working drawings in accordance with IBC and current ADA guidelines necessary for construction.• Motivate multiple contract employees to meet deadlines with high-standards for quality and a firm adherence to budgetary restrictions.• Review and select appropriate furnishings and finish materials for commercial design projects.• Generate presentation drawings and layouts utilizing Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign. Show less

• Designed, planned and specified commercial interiors utilizing AutoCAD, 20-20 CAP Studio specifications with various furniture systems. • Pioneered the use of ICE software for 3D visualization and rendering as well as the integration of Knoll furniture with DIRTT modular walls.• Reviewed product selections and construction drawings for accuracy and adherence to current building codes and accessibility standards while meeting budgetary constraints.• Established and maintain the… Show more • Designed, planned and specified commercial interiors utilizing AutoCAD, 20-20 CAP Studio specifications with various furniture systems. • Pioneered the use of ICE software for 3D visualization and rendering as well as the integration of Knoll furniture with DIRTT modular walls.• Reviewed product selections and construction drawings for accuracy and adherence to current building codes and accessibility standards while meeting budgetary constraints.• Established and maintain the quality standards for design and documentation within the design department.• Promoted continued team involvement and growth as the managing leader of the design department while training new employees.• Recognized as a top-performer in the Government (GSA) bid process for speed and accuracy. Show less

Worked with ASID student chapters from Texas State University and the University of Texas at Austin to promote involvement in the ASID Austin Community and further prepare students for professional practice.

• Coordinated closely with contractors, subcontractors, architects and multiple vendors.• Developed a standard for continuing education and improvement for employees, increasing efficiency and profitability.• Selected appropriate furnishings, fixtures and equipment for various commercial and healthcare interior design projects.• Managed large healthcare and assisted-living interior design projects from conceptual development through project completion.• Interviewed interested… Show more • Coordinated closely with contractors, subcontractors, architects and multiple vendors.• Developed a standard for continuing education and improvement for employees, increasing efficiency and profitability.• Selected appropriate furnishings, fixtures and equipment for various commercial and healthcare interior design projects.• Managed large healthcare and assisted-living interior design projects from conceptual development through project completion.• Interviewed interested applicants for employment.• Chosen as a featured designer for the ASID Showhouse at Austonian Lofts, 2010.• Published in “Ask the Expert”, Austin – San Antonio Urban Home Magazine, 2009 Design Issue, Volume 4 Number 3, December 2009. Show less

• Conducted site/field verification and as-built drawings of various commercial properties.• Sourced appropriate furnishings and finish materials for commercial interior design projects.• Participated in move management and furniture inventory for large commercial offices.• Excelled in the development of a full set of construction documents and bidding packages.• Recognized for speed & accuracy on monthly reviews.• Supervised the sample library & AutoCAD… Show more • Conducted site/field verification and as-built drawings of various commercial properties.• Sourced appropriate furnishings and finish materials for commercial interior design projects.• Participated in move management and furniture inventory for large commercial offices.• Excelled in the development of a full set of construction documents and bidding packages.• Recognized for speed & accuracy on monthly reviews.• Supervised the sample library & AutoCAD standards.• Published in “Let Your Voice Be Heard”, IDEC Make a Difference Project, published at www.idec.org, October 2007. Show less