Natalie Molczyk
224-523-9754
Education
Kent State University, B.A., Interior Design
-Earned a spot on the Dean’s List, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024
Harry D. Jacobs High School
-Graduated Summa Cum Laude
-Received 2022 AP Scholar with Honor Award
-Received 2023 AP Scholar with Distinction Award
Relevant Experience
Interior Design Studio I,II, III
https://tinyurl.com/nmolczyk-portfolio
www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-molczyk
2023
-Developed foundational design skills by learning relationships between scale, colors, and gestalt principles through physical manipulation of materials into an abstract final product
-Enhanced abstract thinking capabilities through digital manipulation of photographs and objects to re-create another version of existing abstract products
-Interpreted ADA guidelines and applied them to projects to ensure accessibility of spaces for all by incorporating appropriate ramp slopes, flooring transitions, and turning radii for wheelchairs
-Gained confidence with concept development within the design process by brainstorming general ideas and then narrowing the focus to a single specific theme and working with it throughout the entire semester
-Restructured personal processes to combine similar projects into a new yet related function by building upon existing ideas with a collaborator
-Selected for college’s digital project archive for outstanding conceptual development and execution through project renders and process work
Representation and Visualization I,II
-Navigated site analysis and measurement to accurately draft the architecture of a space to scale by hand through a floor plan, reflected ceiling plan, sections, perspectives, and axonometric drawings
-Translated measurements into AutoCAD and Rhinoceros 7 to gain familiarity with programs and increase working capabilities
-Assembled an object to “frame one’s view” through joinery of 3D printed and CNC-milled components, gaining experience with crafting techniques and using new machinery
-Refined space planning skills by modeling and removing aspects of a provided base model in Revit using design phases, design options, importing furniture families, and custom-modeling components to learn the program
-Enhanced post-production skills by combining Revit linework and Photoshop tools to create non-realistic renders of a space
Methods and Materials I,II
-Created curated material boards by ordering a variety of samples and assembling them into visually appealing compositions relating to a given theme, developing material quality knowledge and .. comprehension
-Learned qualities of textiles, carpet, hard surface flooring, stone, tile, glass, vinyl, acoustical, and ceiling products in order to make qualified decisions on material selection in projects by considering acoustics, product cost, wear, flammability, slip resistance, lightfastness, strength, and merit-based standards
Other Experience
-Member of Interior Design Student Collaborative, gaining knowledge on career capabilities through lecture series’ and building connections by attendng networking events such as “Trunk or Treats”
-Member of International Interior Design Association (OH-KY Chapter), connecting with professionals in the area through local events and learning new design techniques from student design competitions
Professional History
Anticipated Graduation: May 2027 September 2024-Present nmolczyk11@gmail.com
Dairy Queen Crew Member
-Improved communication and collaboration skills with peers and management team by suggesting changes to organizational systems for smoother workflow
-Improved time management while balancing school, work, and personal needs
-Provided a clean, welcoming environment for customers by regularly cleaning tables and stocking napkins, drink lids, and novelty freezer items
Trader Joe’s Crew Member
-Maintained successful collaboration with management team and peers through positive working conditions
June 2022-August 2024
-Trained new team members under a shadow mentorship program by explaining functions of the position and encouraging questions
-Developed strong communication skills through necessary team and customer interaction
-Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment
District 300 Summer Music Camp Mentor
-Oversaw and mentored twenty to thirty kids in 3rd-8th grade on a daily basis
June 2022
-Worked with peers and teachers to create an entertaining and educational program by developing various activites that encourage creative thinking, problem-solving, improve vocal techniques
-Exhibited strong leadership skills and created a welcoming environment for campers by actively encouraging students to participate in group activities
Skills
Hand drafting, model-building, prototyping, material quality knowledge, material sample board creation, interpreting product specification information, Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop Illustrator, InDesign), Google Suite, MS Suite, AutoCad, Revit, Rhinoceros 7 /8, CNC milling, laser cutting, 3D printing and slicing