The Important Stuff

I am devoted to using skills attained in my personal, professional, and academic experiences to contribute to teams of like-minded individuals. I deeply value studying human behavior, maximizing creativity, and sustainability in pursuit of successfully producing thought provoking work.

My resume is a compilation of experiences that have lead me to where I am now; however it is only a snapshot of who I am as worker, not a reflection of who I am as a person. What is even more important to me than what my experiences have taught me, are the people I’ve met along the way. I am forever grateful for my peers throughout school, my co-workers in my different work environments, and mentors who have guided me. I look forward to all future opportunities that will lead me to more amazing people.

me, probably around 4 y/o, giving some sass

My Current Roles:

  • Architectural/Product designer at Kit Switch, PBC.

    Check out Kit Switch here!

Experience

Far-Off Design, DBA - December 2021 - present

    • Founder, Lead Designer, Freelance

      • Architectural/Product Designer at Kit Switch - current

      • Creative Director at Be Home, Summer 2023: Conceive and implement concepts, guidelines and strategies in various creative projects. Lead brainstorming/creative sessions to generate ideas. Make executive decisions throughout the creative process and as projects unfold. Hands-on experience in creative process, marketing, graphic design and brand development. Use AI software to aid in marketing strategies and content development.

      • Content Creator at Make it Home, Conduct thorough research to gather relevant information about furniture donation, home furnishing trends, and the broader social impact of our services to enhance the credibility of our content. Maintain consistency in brand voice, style, and messaging across all content channels. Collaborate with volunteers, clients, and partner organizations to gather testimonials, success stories, and user-generated content. 

      • Whiteaker Community Market Artist Booth - Eugene, OR: Weekly, June 2021-October 2021

      • Dice Ent. Artist Booth - Bend, OR:  September 2021, April 2022

      • Primary bed/bath remodel - Eugene, OR: September - October 2021

      • Website design - Mutual Spirits, Cora Clean Tech Center, Dr. Jill R. Potratz 

      • Commissioned Art - 24x36 Digital Collage: 2021; CCTC Website Homepage: 2023

Amato Architecture - Emeryville, California: October 2022 - June 2023

    • Intern (first 3 months), Junior Designer 

      • Participating in various design projects from concept to completion.

      • Involved in measuring, design schemes, pricing, permitting, sourcing contractors and other specialists, specifying finishes, client review meetings, and social media content creation.

      • Primarily using AutoCAD for drawings, occasionally Revit.

Upriver Growers - Leaburg, OR: April 2021- December 2021

    • Graphic Designer, Farm Hand

      • Created signage for fruits and vegetables in farm stand

      • Arranged and decorated farm stand based on season and holidays

      • Organized Community Supported Agriculture box (CSA) pick up 

      • Harvested, washed, and packaged fruits and vegetables sold at farm stand  

Education

 

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Bachelor’s of Science in Architectural Studies (BSAS) • August 2020

Related Courses 

  • Completion of six design studios

  • Architectural Systems: exploring structural integrity, lighting, sound, and thermal design techniques.

Study Abroad   

  • Paris, France: 12-week program including design studio and French architectural history.

  • Havana, Cuba: 10-day excursion focused on Havana architecture, social housing, and urban development.

Academy of Art University

Pre-College Photography Course - San Francisco, California • Spring 2014 

Software

ChatGPT, Midjourney, AutoCAD, Rhinoceros 5.0, Revit, Adobe Suite; Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Microsoft; Word, Excel

Honors and Awards 

  • UW-Milwaukee Honors College 

Fall 2017 

  • Merit Based Architecture STAR Scholarship Award 

Fall 2017, Spring 2018

Conferences Attended 

  • AIAS Forum 2018

Seattle, Washington • December 28, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Affiliations 

  • American Institute of Architecture Students  

Fall 2017- Spring 2020

Skills, Hobbies, Interests

  • Creative Thinking  - Strong Intuition - Decision Making - Quick Learner - Receiving Feedback - Setting Goals - Self Care - Leadership - Problem Solving - Collaboration - Excellent Visual Communication Skills - Staying In-Tune with Latest Trends

  • Photography - Cuddling my Cat - Boozy Bingo - 3D Art - Home Gardening - Sewing - Museums/Art Galleries

  • Environmental Conservation - Fashion Design - Cooking - Community Involvement