CAD Drafter

Self-motivated professional with self-initiative and persuasive communication skills. Flexible, adaptable, and able to meet goals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Very detail oriented with strong problem solving and analytical skills. Proficient computer experience and background.

EXPERIENCE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Landscape Designer/ Computer Drafter/3D Modeler¬

Complete Landsculpture - 2006

? Prepared construction documents for field use

? Developed a thorough knowledge of enlarging and reducing plans to workable scales

? Developed a skill in 3D modeling, determining walkthroughs, and creating movies

? Gained a working knowledge of software issues, scripting, troubleshooting and improvements

? Produced highly persuasive illustrative plans both hand-rendered and computer

? Created and organized a symbol library to produce a plans more efficiently

? Produced an automatic take-off process that improved the accuracy of plans

Landscape Designer/ Computer Drafter

Kudela & Weinheimer - 1998

? Conferred with clients and designers to determine creative objectives and costs

? Frequently worked as part of a project team preparing site plans, construction drawings, cost estimates, environmental impact analysis, and construction guidelines

? Proficient in design, sketching, rendering, and presentation skills

? Organized in-house graphics and CAD standards and computer file management

? Involved in large-scale land analysis and master planning, site planning/grading, estate residential projects

? Designed gardens, swimming pools, retaining walls, terraces, gazebos, trellises, driveways

? Developed a strong working knowledge and design of ornamental trees and shrubs as well as annual flowers and perennials

? Gained knowledge of hardscape materials and their uses

? Analyzed site conditions, including drainage, soil, rock formations, and natural or man-made site features

Landscape Designer/ Estimator

Houston Landscapes Unlimited - 1994

? Hand-drafted and prepared illustrative and construction drawings for many residential and commercial projects

? Created highly effective designs that increased the company’s sales and revenue

? Involved in sales including client contact, design, estimate, and installation

? Produced effective presentation of final designs and cost estimates to clients

? Performed detailed take-offs of several landscape plans and specifications

? Prepared preliminary budgets and estimations

EDUCATION

Practical Theology Diploma

Christ For The Nations Institute, Dallas, TX

2004-2005

Landscape & Garden Design Diploma

Art Institute of Houston, Houston, TX

1993

Horticultural/CAD/Multimedia Studies

Houston Community College, Stafford, TX

1996

SKILLS

Microsoft Office

Computer Aided Drafting

Typing 50-60 WPM

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