SKILLS
Proficient: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, InDesign, HTML.
Working Knowledge: GIS, AutoCAD, Access, Photoshop, Illustrator,
Dreamweaver, CSS.
Educational experience: SQL, ColdFusion, PHP, JavaScript.
EDUCATION
University of Maryland, College Park, MD
Masters in Community Planning 2012
3.5 GPA. Community Planning Studio: Explore, Teach, Serve: A Concept Plan
for "Urban Agriculture Station" in College Park, MD.
American University, Washington, DC
B.A. in Communications, Legal Institutions, Economics, Government
(C.L.E.G.) 2006
3.75 GPA, Magna Cum Laude, University Honors, Golden Key National Honor
Society, PTK Merit Scholarship,
CERTIFICATION
Montgomery College, Rockville, MD
Certificate of Web Development 2010
WORK EXPERIENCE
Baltimore Green Space, Baltimore, MD Jan - Jul 2013
Research Assistant, GIS project
Forest Patch study to help Baltimore City save existing tree canopy for
human and ecological benefit. Used GIS spatial analysis tools to develop
several maps displaying information about forest patches on vacant parcels.
Arlington County, Arlington, VA Jun - Aug 2012
Zoning Intern
Reviewed residential construction plans for compliance with zoning laws.
Enforced zoning laws by advising when applications did not meet
requirements. Answered applicant inquiries regarding building permit
status and questions or comments. Filled out and researched for a FOIA
request, and helped supervisor with technology needs.
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
Maryland State Delegate, Baltimore, MD Oct - Dec 2012
GIS Legislative Intern, Mary Washington
Assisted with geo-coding addresses to create maps with point density
analysis. Created several maps displaying election results for the state of
Maryland. Downloaded and cataloged shape files.
Miami-Dade County, Miami, FL Jun - Aug 2011
Planning Intern
Researched zoning codes of various jurisdictions and drafted zoning
ordinances. Topics included Electric Vehicle Infrastructure, Green
Districts, Rating Systems for Green Neighborhoods and Green Roadways,
Bicycle Parking, Solar Access Rights, Farmer's Markets, and Accessory
Dwelling Units.