EXPERIENCE
BHDP ARCHITECTURE Architectural Co-op, Retail Studio January 2013-May 2013 Site surveying, fixture planning, 3D storefront and detail modeling, interior rendering, drafting design development drawing sets for international stores, and contacting maufacturers in order to create material sample boards. MMLP, LTD. Architectural Intern May 2011-August 2011 Site surveying, detail and schematic 3D modeling, drafting construction documents and construction details, checking shop drawings, code research, meeting with contractors, and participating in bid meetings.
EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI Masters of Architecture Candidate August 2013-May 2013 Conducted research on the future of work in tandem with BHDP Architecture as part of seminar class “Work 2020�. Pecha Kucha style presentations are published on YouTube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9CWZJphm2Y UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS (UIUC) B.S. Architectural Studies August 2008-May 2012 Edward C. Earl Prize for Excellence in Design Edmund J. James Scholar Honor Society Gargoyle Architecture Society GPA 3.75
LEADERSHIP GLOBAL ARCHITECTURE BRIGADES President, August 2010-May 2012 Co-founder of UIUC chapter, 2010 Global Architecture Brigades (GAB) UIUC Champter was involved in a sustaiable design competition follolwed by a 7-10 day on-site brigade aiding in construction using local materials and techniques. The projects included a greenhouse in Los Guyabos, Panama, a secondary school in Santa Rosa, Honduras, and a health care facility in El Canton, Honduras. Selected Design, Roof Structure Design, 2011 First Place, Global Brigades Video Competition, 2011 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-tBoHJokOos First Place, Global Brigades Video Competition, 2010 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n26shkEyVM Study Abroad, Honduras, May 2012 Study Abroad, Honduras, May 2011 Study Abroad, Panama, May 2010
ABOUTME JESSICA L THELEN 217-691-6504 jessthelen@gmail.com
http://issuu.com/jessicathelen
I have a 5 year background in architecture, however I am seeking a career in graphic design. My long term career goals include environmental graphics and branding. I am very passionate about my design goals. I truly believe that great design has the power and ability to change the world. Professionally I am known for producing high quality work on schedule, and for working long hours. Personally, I love all outdoor sports and activities and organized social functions. I am an avid researcher and get easily lost in any good article, book, documentary, etc. I am a fun-loving and passionate designer looking for more than a 9-5.
SKILLS PRESENTATION Hand Drawing PhotoShop Illustrator InDesign CSS3 MODELING AutoCAD Revit Sketch-Up Rhinocerous HTML5