Education University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI — Master’s in Architecture, April 2012 GPA: 3.89
Miami University, Oxford, OH — Bachelor of Fine Arts in Architecture, May 2009 GPA: 3.75, Magna Cum Laude Design Art Department Head, Beam Camp, Strafford, NH, July 2010 - August 2010 Functioned as the head of the art department for a 12 minute blue-screen film, A Trip to the Sun. Developed the physical aesthetic of the film through the design and construction of movie sets and props. Led courses in “outdoor action painting” and “tarp-i-tecture”. Intern Designer, Nosanchuk Studio, New York, NY, November 2009 - March 2010 Created layout schemes for a portfolio website and booklet consisting of interiors, furniture, lighting and rugs. Arranged product specification packages and developed a proposal for the ‘Metropolis Magazine: Next Generation’ competition. Intern Architect, New World Design, Chicago, IL, May 2008 - August 2008 Measured and plotted office spaces, researched low-impact construction materials and specifications, created residential design drawings and utilized FormZ modeling software to generate digital renderings. Designed and launched a firm website. Leadership Coach, Ann Arbor Rowing Club, Ann Arbor, MI, August 2011 - present Masters rowing coach for both on-the-water technical and land training. Coach, Station L Rowing Club, Portland, OR, March 2010 - June 2010 Coached adults with no previous rowing experience the fundamentals of proper stroke technique as well as implemented basic aerobic and anaerobic training regimens. Crew Leader, Northwest Youth Corps, Eugene, OR, June 2009 - September 2009 Led and instructed 10 high school corps members in completing projects for the U.S. Forest Service throughout Oregon. Projects included trail structure construction, digging new trail and noxious weed removal. Served as a project manager, ensuring that our work met stringent specifications. Also served as an educator through teaching a nightly high school curriculum.
Spencer Kroll
605 SE 34th Avenue Portland, OR 97214 spencekroll@gmail.com