VINCENT DE MERLO
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647-***-**** acr4c5@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE: Junior Auto CAD Technician Position
Part time or freelance.
PROFILE
Highly creative with a natural artistic approach to design; original and authentic
An eye for detail with the ability to conceptualize larger visions and campaigns
Committed to exceptional standards of quality workmanship; results and process oriented
Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with a diversity of customers and colleagues
Strong analytic and problem solving skills resulting in effective resolution
Self-motivated to take the initiative, work independently and contribute to a team setting
A quick and eager learner who can easily adapt to new responsibility RELEVANT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Design and Creative Skills
Created new mantel designs and was key in re-designing existing models using Auto CAD
Created accurate and comprehensive shop drawings for the manufacturing of molds, finished elements and shipping crates
Designed manuals for the construction of support structures complete with detailed drawings and step by step instructions for the installation of mantels, kitchen hoods and other architectural elements to aid installers and tradesmen
Designed the company catalog including drawings of all moldings, medallions, corbels, fire place mantels and kitchen hoods, showing perspectives and precise measurements in scale of geometric and intricately decorative elements
Independently created mosaics or custom designs and worked with contract designers checking and modifying Auto CAD drawings
Offered interior and exterior design layout drawings based on customer’s requirements
Designed promotional ads and completed interior designs and graphic design for others
Created original and exclusive designs through application of artistic sense
Printed designs on clothing via silk screen transfer process with accuracy Technical / Hands-on Skills
Provided custom painting both interior and exterior; used appropriate products and tools
Built framework and support structures; referred to blueprints as required by work order
Effectively designed, constructed and finished custom designed cast-stone fire place mantels
Finished floors and walls in ceramics, stone, marble, often combining mediums
Cut and shaped tile to fit around obstacles & corners, using hand and power cutting tools
Completed water and gas plumbing installations in accordance with regulations Organization and Planning Skills
Interacted with team and worked independently to achieve company goals
Ordered product and supplies to minimize waste and company expenses
Estimated sizes, distances, and quantities; or determined time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity as outlined by customer’s requirements
Managed all operational logistics of own business including scheduling, banking and advertising to increase business and awareness within consumer circles WORK HISTORY
Auto Cad Technician/Drafter Parsiena Design 2011 - 2015 Stone Mantel Installer Sienna Design 2007 – 2009
Ceramic Tile Installer Self Employed 2002 – 2007
High Altitude Suspended Construction Vertical Alacant 1999 – 2002