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Professional Architect with a Bachelor's and Masters Architectural Degree from the University of Kwazulu Natal. Proficent in an array of architectural software, design (residential, commercial and industrial sectors) as well as experience in lecturing and academia. Seeking to gain further experience, knowledge and expand upon current skills sets, to ultimately aid in future growth and development.
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Position: Architectural Technologist (Internship)
Duration: Feb 2015 – Feb 2016
Reason for leaving: Higher education (Post-grad studies)
▪ Preparation and compilation of tender and working drawings, design presentations, schedules and 3d renditions of various projects in accordance with senior supervision.
▪ Conceptualizing, planning, and designing of residential, schooling, commercial and public works in accordance with senior supervision.
▪ Liaising with fellow colleagues, supervisors and professionals in a verbal and written capacity.
▪ Working in conjunction with senior architectural technologists and draughtsmen.
▪ Preparation of design drawings, sketches and 3d renditions of various projects with the aid of architectural programmes.
▪ Researching and implementing sustainable design features in residential and schooling projects.
▪ Supervised site visits with professional and candidate architects.
▪ Amendment and completion of council referrals.
▪ Managing and filing of design drawings, documents and reports.
▪ Adapting residential designs and plans to specific requirements.
▪ Preparation of technical and detail drawings under the supervision of a professional architect.
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Duration: May 2019 – August 2019
Reason for leaving: Contract Employment
▪ Preparation and compilation of tender, working and construction drawings in accordance with senior supervision.
▪ Working knowledge and experience of interior architectural design. Primarily focusing on commercial and public fitouts.
▪ Conceptualizing, planning, and designing of international commercial and public works in accordance with senior supervision.
▪ Liaising with fellow colleagues, supervisors and professionals in a verbal and written capacity.
▪ Working in conjunction with senior architectural technologists and draughtsmen.
▪ Preparation of conceptual design drawings, sketches and design brochures of various projects.
▪ UK Standards knowledge.
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Duration: November 2019 – May 2020
Reasons for leaving: Impact of Covid-19
▪ Preparation and compilation of tender and submission drawings.
▪ Conceptualizing, planning and designing of industrial and commercial works under the supervision of a professional architect.
▪ Supervised site visits with professional architects and senior colleagues.
▪ Preparation of design drawings, sketches, 3d images and videography.
▪ Participation within design sessions under the guidance of a professional architect.
▪ SANS10400 knowledge.
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Company: University of Kwa-Zulu Natal
Duration: April 2021 – June 2021
Reasons for leaving: Contract Fulfilled
▪ Collating and analysing data.
▪ Preparation of graphical presentation of data.
▪ Reviewing research and literature review.
▪ Assistance with referencing.
▪ Attendance of research meetings.
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Company: Durban University of Technology
Employer: Mr Louis Du Plessis
Duration: March 2020 – current
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▪ Planning, preparation and research of course content.
▪ Lecturing and administrating course.
▪ Facilitating studio sessions.
▪ Reporting to subject committees.
▪ Completing of subject files.
▪ Preparation and marking of examinations and assessments.
▪ Encouraging personal development via tutorials.
▪ General administration.
▪ Student administration.
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Position: Candidate Architect/ Professional Architect
Duration: March 2020 – Present
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▪ Preparation and compilation of tender and submission drawings.
▪ Conceptualizing, planning and designing of industrial and residential works.
▪ Supervised site visits with professional architects and senior colleagues.
▪ Preparation of design drawings, sketches, 3d images and videography.
▪ Participation within design sessions under the guidance of a professional.
Grosvenor Girls' Highschool: Scholar (Matriculated 2011 - Bachelor's Pass)
University of KwaZulu-Natal: Bachelors in Architecture (Completed 2015 - BArch)
University of KwaZulu-Natal: Master of Architecture (Completed 2018 - MArch)
