Keith Pinkelman
Address: 4600 Mueller Boulevard Apartment 4105 Austin, Texas 78723__Email: KeithPinkelman@gmail.com__Phone: (913) 449-0649__Website: www.kpstudioworks.com
Objective:
To obtain a position in a dynamic architecture firm, providing me with the opportunity for personal and professional development and to advance my progress in intern development and prospective licensure. To be challenged everyday to push the limits of creativity, and to learn from the best and most progressive minds in architecture and design.
Education:
University of Kansas, Lawrence, Bachelor of Architecture_2009
Architectural Work Experience:
| Fall 2009-Current |
Arizpe Architects + Engineers_Architectural Intern II + Designer Arizpe has, and continues to provide valuable insight into the complex world of the Architecture and Engineering professions. At Arizpe I am involved in numerous client and consultant interactions as well as lead designer of a $1.4 million dollar vehicle maintenance canopy in Laredo, Texas. Along with learning the ins and outs of project management, I am heavily involved with design and production of all Arizpe architecture and interiors projects, including technical CAD work and 3D visualization. As Arizpe is a small office,I am also involved in various aspects of business management, marketing and internal collaboration with Civil and MEP Engineering. |
Austin, Texas |
| Summer 2009 |
El Dorado Architects_Fabrication Shop Worked on heavy steel fabrication for a mixed-use arts facility. Responsibilities included cutting, shaping and drilling structural steel members while working from construction documents and shop drawings. |
Kansas City, Missouri |
| Summer 2008 |
Steven Kratchman Architect_Intern Worked on numerous projects in New York including a $2 million brownstone remodel, a high-end art storage facility in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, and a condominium project in collaboration with the office of Shigeru Ban. |
New York, New York |
| Fall 2007 |
KU School of Architecture + Urban Planning_Asst. Studio Prof. Assisted Professor Stephen Grabow with lesson plans, desk reviews and formal and informal studio critiques for 2nd year architecture students. I was the only non-graduate student teaching a studio. |
Lawrence, Kansas |
| Summer 2007 |
Gould-Evans Associates_Associate Worked on various secondary and higher education projects as well as a fast-track project for a car dealership remodel. During the process I obtained valuable experience meeting with clients and contractors. |
Overland Park, Kansas |
| Fall 2001-2003 |
Boice-Raidl-Rhea Architects_Admin. Assist. Learned valuable office skills as well as drafting and design while still in high school. Worked with printing, information technology, and learned about the construction documentation process. |
Merriam, Kansas |
Other Relevant Work Experience:
| Spring 2004-2009 |
Student Recreation Fitness Center_Facility Program Manager Responsible for the management of a 200,000 sf. facility that accommodates nearly 3,000 students daily. Major responsibilities included training and leading a staff of nearly 40, employee hiring and staffing, scheduling and payroll. Implementing risk management policies and procedures was a major concern of our facility. I was also involved in the completion of an 80,000 sf. addition which opened in the spring of 2009. |
Lawrence, Kansas |
References:
| Rob Robbins: Director of Architecture, Arizpe | Cell: 512-797-9301 |
| Stephen Grabow, Ph.D: Professor/Mentor, University of Kansas School of Architecture | Office: 785-864-3186 |
| Richard Rosenstengle: Associate Director of Facilities, KU Student Recreation Fitness Center | Office: 785-864-0791 |
| Josh Shelton: Principal, El Dorado Architects | Office: 816-474-3838 |
| Murali Ramaswami, Former Professor/Design Architect, BNIM Architects | Office: 816-783-1500 |
Relevant Skills:
Proficient with word processing programs (Word, Excel, Powerpoint). High level of knowledge with most graphic design programs (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign). Proficient with a variety of 3D and CAD programs (AutoCad, SketchUp, Rhinoceros, and Vray). Also a good working knowledge of 3D Studio Max and Revit.
Travel:
Studied architecture in a summer 2006 Study Abroad program to Europe. Travels included Berlin, Prague, Brussels, Strasburg and Paris. Minor travel destinations included The Hague, Bruges, Colmar and Potsdam.
Summary:
As a creative young professional with relevant experience inside and outside of architecture, I can play a major role in any design team. I have proven myself valuable to five firms with which I have had experience, as well as leadership and loyalty with all the jobs I have previously held. I look forward to becoming an integral part of a quality design firm and learning about innovative design in practice. Currently I am on track to complete my IDP in less than two years, with over 2,100 hours already completed.