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John Risi

John Risi

Tempe, AZ, US

 

About 

Born and raised in Youngstown, Ohio as a first generation American-Italian. I am currently seeking employment as an entry level architect, working to complete my IDP and attain my license. My graduate work was completed at Arizona State University where I attained my Masters of Architecture. My undergraduate work was completed at The Ohio State University where I attained a Bachelor of Science in Architecture. I've studied abroad in Italy for three months and also was able to visit most of my family. My interest in architecture is long standing since childhood and my godfather's encouragements spurred me to pursue an architecture education. I am very interested in adaptive/industrial reuse, education/mixed-use/healthcare/hospitality design, environmental and sustainable design, and creating a unique and valued experience for the visitor. I hope to have my license to practice Architecture by the time I reach 30-32 years old. I would one day like to become a partner and principal of my own architecture fi

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Employment 

PayPal, Chandler, AZ, US, Customer Support Agent

BUCKET THREE AGENT (April 2012 - Present): Place collections calls to account holders to recover outstanding debt. Multi task between multiple systems. Chosen for the Job Enrichment Program to assist current employees to better their performance, and the Nesting Program, a two week intensive training for new hires. Review, research, and analyze accounts to find solutions. Gained teaching, communication, and negotiation
skills.

FRONT END AGENT (November 2011 - April 2012): Place collections calls to account holders to recover outstanding debt. Multi task between multiple systems. Mentor new hires through side by side monitoring. Review, research, and analyze accounts to find solutions. Gained teaching, communication, and negotiation skills.

Nov 2011 - current
 

Arizona State University, Alumni Relations Specialist

Contact Arizona State University alumni and donors. Update school records. Gather
donations. Gained communication and negotiation skills.

Jul 2010 - Apr 2011
 

Arizona State University, Teaching Assistant

Aided Professors John Meunier and Ted Cook for ALA 100/102. Lead review sessions,
handled exams, and graded essays.

Aug 2009 - May 2010
 

The Ohio State University, Fabrication Lab Assistant

Supervised and oversaw the material fabrication lab for the Knowlton School of
Architecture. Ensured proper use and care of the equipment, ensured student safety, and
assisted students. 20 hour work week during the academic year.

Jan 2006 - Jun 2009
 

FINFROCK, Architectural Intern

Produced construction documents for Osceola County and Stadium West parking garages.
Worked in the precast concrete plant reinforcing the pour frames. Quality Control
monitoring and inspection. Full time position.

Jun 2008 - Sep 2008
 

TRIAD Architects, Architectural Intern

Aided in the interior design and construction documents for Ashford Park, a multistory
condominium complex. Performed on site evaluations of the Westerville City School
District elementary and secondary schools for needed repairs. Full time position.

Jun 2007 - Sep 2007
 

Education 

Arizona State University, MArch, Architecture

Two year Masters of Architecture program which covered aspects of sustainable design, seminar electives, structures and systems, and design studio.

Aug 2009 - May 2011
 

The Ohio State University, BArch, Architecture

Four year Bachelor of Science in Architecture degree which covered construction, structures, design studios, GEC and architecture electives.

Sep 2005 - Jun 2009
 

Awards 

Archinect’s Ten Top Images “Student Work” Pinterest Board, Award

Archinect's updated their Pinterest boards compiling ten recently pinned images from outstanding student projects on various Archinect People profiles.

2012
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills