Leah Tausan - University of Melbourne: BArch(Env) I am a recent graduate from the Bachelor of Environments, majoring in Architecture, interested to do some design work experience in architectural companies in 2016 before I complete my Masters. I intend to pursue an architectural career in commercial eco-sustainable design, as this is an important niche in Australia’s rapidly expanding urban fabric. My interest in focusing on green design spans from the potential for design to assist in solving the ‘wicked problems’ that our society is facing, such as, global warming, urban expansion, urban heat island effect, etc. Personal Details Address: 81 Charles St Richmond, 3121, VIC, Australia. Email: tausanleah@gmail.com Phone number: +61416856460 Citizenship: Australian Interests: Fencing, design, hiking and spending time outdoors Personal Skill Profile: • Having worked and trained at the elite level whilst studying for my degree I have developed time management and problem solving skills that are innate to the success in a wide range of positions that I have held and will be essential as I move into my career. • I work well independently but am also a supportive team member and tend to gravitate towards those in the team that are needing support. Where there is an opportunity to provide leadership without interrupting the dynamics of the group I will effectively lead the group to the desired outcome but also content to provide timely support under instruction. • Highly effective communication skills, both verbal and written. • Resourceful, with an ability to adapt and assimilate. • A hard worker with well developed organizational and interpersonal skills. Computer Technology Skills: • • • •
InDesign • Illustrator • Photoshop Rhino • Grasshopper • Sketch-up AutoCAD • ArchiCAD Word • Excel
Tertiary Education 2013 - 2015 - Bachelor of Environments, Majoring in Architecture at The University of Melbourne Short Courses Level 1 RMIT short course in Autocad Certificate 2 and 3 in sport and recreation coaching Certificate 3 in Allied Health Certificate 1 in fencing coaching
Design Work Experience Kerry Phelan Design Office, 2010 - 2015 http://www.kerryphelan.com.au
I worked at KPDO during work experience at high school, and later was given the opportunity to continue assisting during university semester breaks. This continuous work experience has taught me about collaborative design approach, as well as the positive relationships architects establish with clients to create design that is ‘people friendly’ as well as functional and innovative I assisted around the office completing various design tasks and odd jobs, as well as working on smaller projects and representing the company on site, in front of clients, and at meetings. CTC and Stable Health, 2014 http://www.stablemassage.com.au/ http://www.ctc4.com/eng/ I assisted these two joint companies with promotional design work and communications. This included designing and implementing advertising, managing weekly newsletters, and media communications with clients Customer Facing Work Experience Wall Two80 Cafe 2015-Present • Waitress and front of house Joanne Mercer Shoes 2014-2016 • Sales rep Lucky Luke’s Cafe in Spencer st DFO 2014-2014 • Waitress and front of house Altro Pizza and Café • Waitress and front of house Stable Massage • Reception and administration work in the mother-store of a chain of health clinics. Other Work Experience Fencing Coach 2013-present. I have been in charge coaching classes of up to 30 students at schools such as Trinity and Melbourne High. Responsibilities involve writing lesson plans, managing and directing the children as well as coaching them at national competitions. This experience has taught me strong management skills, the ability to communicate clearly and efficiently, and the importance of presentation of my attitude and myself. References Stephen Javens FRAIA, Director KPDO: Email: stephen@kpdo.com.au Phone: +61 411 528 367 Oscar Villegas, CEO of Stable Health and CTC: Email: oscar@ctc.com.au Phone: 03 8598 9804 Pieter Leewenburgh, Fencing Victoria State Development Manager Email: teapea@intermode.au Phone: +61 403 320 817