Kevin Diaz

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PERSONAL STATEMENT

Artistically inclined individual who is passionate about architectural, graphic, and interior design. Highly proficient in hand drawing and sketching as well as 3d modeling in Sketch-Up Pro. Enthusiastically works to improve skills and is eager to learn from others in a collaborative environment. Highly personable and works well under pressure.

OBJECTIVE

Obtain an entry level architectural, design, or internship position, which will enable me to use my strong creative abilities, educational background, and ability to work well with people.

COMPETENCY

• Architecture & Design:

o Hand drawing & illustration, model making, research, conceptual design development, construction documents, presentations, portfolio and graphic design.

• Technical Knowledge:

o Sketch-Up Pro/Layout, Adobe Photoshop, MS Word/PowerPoint, photography

o Basic knowledge of CAD & Revit

• Hospitality

o Listening, responding, and adhering to client needs with sincerity

• Timing:

o Meeting deadlines, time management skills, multitasking

EDUCATION

• NewSchool of Architecture & Design, 1249 F Street San Diego, CA 92101 (2009-2013)

Bachelor of Architecture

• American River College, 4700 College Oak Dr, Sacramento, CA 95841 (2008)

• Inderkum High School, 2500 New Market Dr, Sacramento, CA 95835 (2004-2008)

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Thesis Project Nominated for NewSchool of Architecture & Design Winter Showcase 2013

Project Featured on San Diego Union Tribune article