Diana Vedmedovska, Part 1 Architectural Assistant Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom/ +37126124238/ d.vedmedovska@gmail.com
PROFILE
Degree in Architecture deepened my passion for design as well as theoretical knowledge and technical skills required for architectural practices. By developing several design propositions (which I represent in models, drawings, photographs and artworks) as a part of the course, I have learned such skills as creative and innovative problem solving within architecture. Lectures and tutorials taught me how to develop a design which would respond to the site, meet both users’ needs and building and safety regulations. The degree allowed me to grow my software and representational skills as well as gave me an opportunity to experience collaborative working similar to actual practices. The experience and skills that I have gained inspired and motivated me to become a part of the industry.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Dec 2021 - Apr 2022
Interior Design Assistant and Graphic Designer, K24
Riga, Latvia
Assisted a renovation and restructuring endeavor encompassing five floors within an office building and crafted a novel corporate logo. This experience provided a platform for me to: 1. Acquire adeptness in swift, tactical decision-making while operating in high-pressure scenarios. 2. Cultivate accountability by collaborating effectively with suppliers and laborers. 3. Develop proficiency in coordinating the project, both on-site and remotely. Dec 2021 - Jan 2022
Graphic Designer, Riga Stradins University
Riga, Latvia
I have created an illustration describing the theme of the project for one of the Fundamental And Applied Research Projects (FLPP)- «Role of metabolome, biomarkers and ultrasound parameters in successful labour induction» sponsored by European medical convention 1. Remotely contacted the clients and created an illustration according to their instructions 2. Advanced in graphic design
INTERNSHIPS Jun 2018 - Aug 2018
Interior Design Intern, MAGMA SIA
Riga, Latvia
I observed and participated in the company’s 1st building floor redevelopment. 1. Started developing my first vision of space, its perception, aesthetics and design 2. Gained knowledge about designing a commercial space.
VOLUNTEERING Mar 2023 - Jul 2023
Degree Show Marketing Team member
Newcastle upon Tyne and London
Involved in coordinating a Newcastle University Degree Show, improving social, managerial, and organizational skills. In the marketing team, gained hands-on experience in promoting and communicating with various architectural firms in Newcastle and London. Sep 2022 - May 2023
Momentum Collective Student Representative
Newcastle upon Tyne
Engaged with students enrolled in diverse Architecture programs across the North East, enhancing both my social and organizational abilities. Sep 2022 - Feb 2023
Peer Mentor
Newcastle upon Tyne
As a peer mentor for first-year Architecture students at Newcastle University, I honed my interpersonal skills and offered valuable guidance to future professionals.
Sep 2022 - Sep 2022
Festival of Thrift (RIBA volunteer)
Newcastle upon Tyne
Served as a Newcastle University representative, offering architectural guidance to visitors alongside professionals from different architecture firms. Actively promoted architectural education to young attendees.
EDUCATION Sep 2020 - Jul 2023
Architecture BA (Hons), Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne
Successfully obtained Architecture course and graduated with Second Class Division 1 (2.1) Honours. Sep 2007- May 2020
Secondary Education, Riga Secondary School No 10
Riga, Latvia
Final exams: Math (84%), English (90%), Latvian (74%), Russian (95%)
SKILLS
Adobe InDesign
Rhinoceros
Corona Render
Adobe Illustrator
Revit
V-ray
Adobe Photoshop
Blender
Grasshopper
AutoCad
SketchUp
Enscape
COURSES Oct 2018 - May 2020
Arts and Crafts, AVETA
Jun 2018- Aug 2018
Photography, Fotomaster.lv, Riga
Jun 2017- Aug 2017
Interior Design Intensive (for juniors), Poetica.lv, Riga
Sep 2022- Nov 2022
Branding and Graphic Design, Udemy, online
Sep 2008- May 2018
Modern Dancing, TODES, Riga
LANGUAGES
English
C1
French
B1
Latvian
Native speaker
Russian
C1
Italian
B2
Mandarin Chinese
A1
HOBBIES
Painting, Photography, Reading, Dancing, Skiing, Diving, Learning languages