I am a recent architecture graduate in the search for work opportunities where I can continue growing in the field.
Department of Energy Solar Decathlon (Florida International University), Miami FL, architect / interiors
Collaborated with the Interior Design Team during the design process of the self-sustainable solar house
Ensured that all the materials/finishes utilized are sustainable, affordable, ADA compliant and in accordance with the Miami-Dade County building codes
Completed detailed set of construction documents for the interior spaces and provided the specifications for the materials and finishes
Researched and contacted manufacturers and suppliers in search for quality products and vendor’s quotes
Supervised proper installation of interior finishes and collaborated during the construction process
Florida International University, School of Architecture, Miami, FL, US, Architecture History I & II Courses Teaching Assistant
Maintained attendance, examination and grade records of a twenty-eight student class
Guided students to develop critical and interpretive skills through writing assignments and discussion sessions
Promoted the understanding of architecture and urbanism concepts from the Classical Antiquity to the Enlightment, and from 19th to 20th century
The Home Depot, Homestead, FL, US, Kitchen and Bath Designer Specialist
Worked in kitchen and bathroom designs for residential and commercial areas. Worked with customers ranging from building professionals to first time home improvement customers
Developed design solutions for full kitchens and working spaces, including cabinets, appliances, lighting, colors, and flooring. Utilized building and fire codes, followed NKBA design guidelines
Illustrated schematic plans through hand-drawings; utilized 20-20 modeling system to provide finalized plans for customer’s approval in a timely manner. Prepared cost estimates and customer agreements for merchandise ordering
Primary contact and bridge of communication between the customer, product suppliers and subcontractors to ensure a smooth installation process
The Pacific Daily News, Gannett, Hagatna, GU, US, Graphic Artist
Developed ads and obituaries using Macintosh systems for the different sections of the newspaper
Responsible for meeting pagination deadlines
Ensured ads were of desired quality before entering the press for printing
Analyzed and interpreted information and instructions provided by the advertising department; utilized self-creativeness for the management of graphics, color and images
Performed the pagination of the daily classifieds and the Green Pages section
The Shreveport Times, Shreveport, LA, US, Prepress Specialist / Ad builder
erpreted information provided by the client and advertising sales representative to create and develop concepts and layouts for print media
Utilized graphic design software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Quark, and MultyAd Creator to produce digital imagery
Assigned to the team in charge of producing a weekly Real State Section and automotive ads
Responsible for meeting pagination deadlines and for printing negatives for full-page ads before
The Shreveport Times, Gannett, Shreveport, LA, US, Single Copy Retail Account Executive
Managed over 300 retail accounts; constantly incorporated new clients
Negotiated with retail establishments to increase the use of promotional items
Sought-out and implemented solutions to problems due to drivers or collectors unsatisfactory service
Provided monthly performance reports
Websmart Interactive, Inc, Minot, ND, US, Supervisor
Responsible for the performance of a team working on transaction verifications for legality and accuracy
Ensured all representatives used proper etiquette during inbound/outbound sales and customer service calls
Ensured compliance with established sales or statistic percentages
Provided hourly, daily, weekly and monthly reports on all assigned accounts
Marti Flores Prieto and Wachtel, San Juan, PR, US, Intern
Contributed in the process for ads and campaigns development.
Florida International University, Modesto Maidique Campus, Miami FL, MArch, Architecture
University of Puerto Rico, Carolina, PR, US, Bachelors, Commercial Advertising Technology
Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce's "Green Means Green Awards - Green Sprout" to the FIU SD Team, Award
"Green Means Green Award - Green Sprout", to the FIU 2011 SD Team for the "Perform[D]ance " House, Coral Gables FL, 2011 - For green building student design - The Perform[D]ance house is the solar home designed by the FIU Solar Decathlon Team, to compete on the Department of Energy Solar Decathlon Competition, 2011
1st Place Energy Balance Contest, 11th place overall, Department Of Energy, Solar Decathlon 2011, 1st Place
Maximum energy production and maintenance, utilizing solely a solar panels system, during the legth of the competition.
Award of Excellence Student Design, American Institute of Architects - to the FIU 2011 SD Team, Award
Award of Excellence Studen Design - American Institute of Architects, to the FIU 2011 SD Team for the "Perform[D]ance" House, Miami FL, 2010 - The Perform[D]ance house is the solar home designed by the FIU Solar Decathlon Team, to compete on the Department of Energy Solar Decathlon Competition, 2011
Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, Sustainable South Florida Award: Green Education & Outreach - to the FIU 2011 SD Team, Nomination
FIU Open Space Charrette - Residential Quadrangle, 3rd Place
3rd Place - FIU Open Space Design Charrette - Residential Quadrangle, Project selected for further development and construction at the Modesto Maidique Campus, Miami FL, 2010
Architecture project displayed at the BEA International Gallery at the FIU School of Architecture, Other
Employee of the Month, The Home Deport, Award
Employee of the Month, Websmart Interactive, Inc., Award
