EDUCATION
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies, Cum Laude
University GPA: 3.56; Design Studio GPA: 3.70
Graduate Study Abroad Program (Paris, France)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Carlo Aiello Design, Los Angeles, CA
Assistant Designer
• Currently developing a chair from concept to prototype through various iterations of form and fabrication
• Designed a cushion to be used in conjunction with the Parabola Chair
• Worked on a packaging concept that included graphics, die-cuts, materials, and manufacturing costs
• Created construction drawings and physical models for various projects
Marky, Los Angeles, CA
Creative Blog Writer
• Conduct research on a wide range of art topics such as current artists, innovative technology, and design trends
• Write articles for publication on the website’s blog and daily newsletters
USC School of Architecture, Los Angeles, CA
Teaching Assistant for ARCH 207: Computer Applications in Architecture
Teaching Assistant for ARCH 102: Architectural Design Studio
MADA s.p.a.m., Shanghai, China
Design Intern
• Worked on a major hospital clinic, retail center, and neighborhood of villas
• Helped create, organize, and edit a book for a final round presentation
• Carried out research on programmatic layout, created diagrams, and drew schematic plans
• Constructed physical models and edited renderings and photos for various projects
HONORS & AWARDS
Outstanding Architectural Studies Award (for excellence in research and writing of undergraduate thesis)
Discovery Scholar (awarded to seniors who have made a meaningful contribution to their field of study)
Tau Sigma Delta (architecture honor society)
Rockefeller/Hricak Prize (awarded in recognition of leadership qualities and innovative design work)
A. Quincy Jones Memorial Scholarship (awarded to fifth-year students who show exceptional promise)
Order of Omega (national Greek leadership honor society)
Ted and Rosemary Tyler Endowed Scholarship (merit-based; awarded at Dean’s discretion)
SKILLS
Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Dreamweaver), AutoCAD, Rhino, Grasshopper (basic), Processing (basic), physical model-making (laser cutting, woodworking, casting)
May 2015
Summer 2014
June 2013 – Present
January 2015 – Present
Spring 2014, Spring 2015
Fall 2012, Spring 2013
June 2011 – August 2011
2015
2015
2014 – 2015
2014 – 2015
2014 – 2015
2013 – 2015
2011 – 2012