Accomplished and innovative Designer with comprehensive experience in planning, design, and 3D visualization of interior environments, as well as related products and/or services. Record of success in utilizing technical and architectural methodologies to successfully grow revenue in creative retail design, construction, and architectural environments. Adept at balancing and managing multiple projects with competing deadlines, delivering high quality results within scope and timeline. Proficiently knowledgeable of design software and applications, including SketchUp, AutoCAD, and Adobe Photoshop. Committed to creating original and innovative designs that exceed client expectations, as well as supporting company goals and objectives.Harris WorkSystems:Increasing close rates of project proposals by creating photorealistic renderings of products in existing client locationsElevating level of design concept presentations through use of realistic renderings and creative processIndependent Contracting – Portland:Independently developed a production process allowing for creation of 13 3D models of existing retail locations within 1.5 days, delivering results 2.5 days earlier than the allotted 4 day timelineSuccessfully modeled retail fixtures for use in client retail locations with last minute notice, delivering designs in minimal time, to client’s specifications and satisfactionProvided technical drawings to support and promote a St. Paul, MN artist selling a Veteran Memorial sculpture concept to the Department of DefenseIndependent Contracting – MN:Played an instrumental role in launching and opening the Kirkland Gallery, combining a passion for art with technical and architectural design acumenKurt Salmon Associates, Inc.:Directly increased sales and volume of successful bids by utilizing architectural background, as well as 3D modeling and graphic skills, to present highly realistic project plans
Listed skills include Space Planning, Sketchup, Illustrator, Design Research, and 22 others.