Resumé

EXPERIENCE:

Current:
Full time student MATC Milwaukee WI, focus in Animation.
Pending application to CalArts for Masters in Experimental Animation.

06/2011:
Freelance Conceptual Illustration for Universal Toy Sales LLC

06/2010 – 03/2011:
Kohl’s Corporate contracted through Adecco Engineering & Technical
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Store Planner (Remodels):
- Generate complete construction drawing sets per prototypical layouts for store remodeling. Implement scope changes and updating plans as needed throughout bid and addendum processes to maintain quality and consistency throughout all remodel stores.
- Assemble teammates to solve store specific problems and ensure accuracy and quality throughout the rapid CD development stage.
- Learn and use new techniques and programs provided to increase efficiency of remodel planning and construction.

11/2009 - 05/2010:
Macy's Inc.
Mayfair Mall, Wauwatosa WI
Merchandiser

8/2009 - 10/2009:
McMahon Architects
Boston MA.
Designer

10/2008 - 07/2009
Macy's East
Downtown Crossing, Boston MA.
Visual Associate:
- Work with Visual Team to create and assemble merchandise displays and windows for trend and season changes.

09/2006 - 08/2008
Ted Moudis Associates
Midtown New York, NY.
Designer - 8 months:
- Collaborate with internal design, architectural, and furniture 'teams' on high-end corporate projects from preliminary/schematic design (including conceptual presentations) through construction process and completion.
- Conduct program interviews and site surveys in order to generate appropriate spatial schemes to fit client's needs.
- Select architectural finishes, lighting, and furnishings for detailed informative design presentations using material boards, digital imagery, and PowerPoint software.
- Design custom furnishings, signage, and architectural elements using free-hand sketching, Photoshop, and Architectural Desktop.
- Coordinate with architectural teams and contractors through construction document, detailing, and sign-off processes.
- Attend photo shoots upon completion of projects.
Furniture Coordinator - 8 months:
- Assisted design teams with test fits and verification of existing furniture at time of preliminary/schematic design.
- Organized showroom visits and meetings with furniture manufacturers/dealers.
- Generated preliminary budget options in Microsoft Excel for client review and RFP/Bid Process.
- Compiled documents for furnishings specifications using Microsoft Earnest in correlation with Furniture/TE Plans.
- Oversaw CFA and STM process upon furniture order placement to ensure quality at time of delivery.
- Conducted final punch lists and follow-up with Day II furniture orders as necessary.
CADD Architect - 7 months:
- Worked on construction documents and detailing exclusively for new Tiffany & Co. retail store at 37 Wall St. NY and Fire Stair 'A' renovation at Tiffany & Co. retail store at 575 5th Ave. NY.
- Attended client meetings and design presentations with Yabu Pushelburg.
- Coordinated with contractors and external consultants through preliminary design, permit applications, and construction process.
Projects Include
- HealthCor Management - Hedge Fund, corporate office located in Manhattan New York.
- The Dow Chemical Company - New York Executive Office, Manhattan New York.
- Newsweek Magazine Inc. - Relocation within Manhattan New York.
- Deutsche Bank - Corporate offices located in New Jersey.
- Tiffany & Co. - High-end retail store Wall Street and 5th Avenue stores, New York, NY.

05/2005 - 09/2006
George Hillenbrand Associates
Midtown New York, NY.
Interior Architectural Designer
- Worked directly with the Principals on space planning and preliminary designs for a variety of corporate retail and residential projects.
- Verified field measurements and existing conditions prior to the start of construction.
- Generated full sets of construction drawings and details to submit to external consultants and expediters.
- Selected architectural finishes, lighting, and furnishings working closely with clients in order to meet their needs.
- Worked closely with mill workers on custom furniture pieces and architectural elements.
- Managed components of the GHA office including bookkeeping, library updates/organization, and interviewing new employees.
Projects Include
- Gerson & Gerson - under Helmsley Spear Inc.
Various Retailers - Children's Apparel, corporate and production offices leased under Helmsley Spear Inc. based in 60 East 42nd Street, New York, NY.
- Liz Claiborne - under Halmode Apparel Inc.
Various Retailers - Women's Apparel, corporate and production offices under Halmode Apparel Inc. based in 1400 Broadway, New York, NY.
- Janney Montgomery Scott LLC. - Brooklyn, NY.
- Davidson Residence located in Manhattan, NY.

09/2005 - 12/2006
Creative Cabinart
SoHo New York, NY.
Freelance
- Created furniture and architectural elements for corporate and residential clients.
- Generated shop drawings for production.

01/05 - 05/2005
Andrew L. Pettit Architect
Midtown New York, NY.
Junior Designer
- Assisted with preliminary design ideas and site surveys.
- Managed components of the ALPA office including general organization and bookkeeping.


COMMISSIONS:
05/2005
Thesis Renderings for Graduate Pratt Student
Brooklyn, NY.
- Rendered perspectives and elevations in marker and colored pencil by direction of Graduate Interior Design student.
- 6 drawings in total, completed in approximately 20 hours.

08/2004
Robert McKinley Creative Services
New York City, NY.
- Rendered Perspective of new design for Cain Bar and Lounge, 544 W.27th St. New York, NY.
- Worked with Architectural Designer to review materials and preliminary sketches.
- 1 perspective in marker and color pencil, completed in approximately 3 hours.


EDUCATION:
01/2002 - 08/2004
Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NY.
Transferred to Interior Design Program
Graduated with a B.F.A. in Interior Design, a four-year accredited program.

08/2000 - 12/2001
Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design
Milwaukee, WI.
Fine Arts Major, transferred to Interior Architectural Design Program.

08/1997 - 05/2000
Norwich Free Academy
Norwich, CT.
Graduated Magna Cum Laude, Fine Arts Program.


ACHIEVEMENTS:
2002 - 2004
Pratt Institute
Dean's List for outstanding academic performance.
Design work exhibited at Pratt Institute on-campus galleries and exhibitions.

2001
Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design
President's List for outstanding academic performance.
Design work exhibited at MIAD on-campus galleries and exhibitions.

2002
Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design
Dean's List for outstanding academic performance.

2000
High School AP Studio
Received a '5' for General Portfolio with a concentration of self portraits.

2000
Connecticut Scholastic Art Awards
Received a 'Gold Key Portfolio'.

2000
Connecticut Scholastic Art Awards
Received University of Connecticut Best in Painting Award.


SKILLS AND SOFTWARE:
- 3ds Max 2012, Mudbox 2012
- Adobe Photoshop CS5, Adobe Illustrator
- Architectural Desktop 2007 (AutoCAD, 2 dimensional and 3D)
- Sketch Up - 3D modeling and rendering
- Microsoft Earnest - customized for Ted Moudis Associates in Furnishings Specifications and Space Program Reports
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
- Seeking LEED certification
Model Building in various materials and Hand-Rendering/Sketching for Design Intent in the following materials; marker, graphite, colored pencil, charcoal, pen, watercolor, gouache, acrylic paint.


REFERENCES:
Available upon request.

Projects by Johanna Schread

Conceptual Illustrations
30 Files

Fine Art Portfolio
15 Files

Life Drawing 2011
6 Files

Portraits
10 Files

Life Drawing 2012
2 Files

Retail Visual Display
21 Files

Interior Design Portfolio
8 Files

Retail Displays 2010
25 Files