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Tom Ackerman
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Introduction
I'm Tom, a recently qualified building designer. I am following my passion into building design after a career spanning over 17 years in video editing. I can bring previous experience both as a trainee drafting technician and over one year’s internship with international engineering firm, Arup. I can draw on transferrable skills such as the ability to quickly adapt to new software, time management, team leadership and liaising with clients. With a passion and enthusiasm for the built environment and a keen eye for detail, I will be an excellent addition to your team.
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Personal Skills Time Management Attention to detail Creativity Problem solving Team work Client relation 02
Excellent service
Technical Skills 1. ArchiCAD, Revit & AutoCAD 2. Twinmotion & Adobe Creative Suite 3. Documentation 4. Schematic Design 5. Visualisation, Walk-thru's etc. 6. Knowledge of the NCC, Australian Standards, Council DCP's and DA/CC Submissions
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Previous Education T F O L
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2019 - 2023
2002 - 2004
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TAFE Nirimba
University of Brighton
University of Leeds
Diploma of Building Design
HND in Multimedia
Diploma of Architectural Engineering
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Relevant Experience 1997 - 2000
2010 - 2012
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Ove Arup & Arup Associates
C3D Digital
Plan Source
Architecture/ Engineering Internship
Video Editor/Motion Graphics
Trainee Drafting Technician
Created physical models of architectural concepts. Learnt AutoCAD for drafting and 3D Max for visualisation. Attended site visits.
Refined Architectural renders in photoshop. Used skills in video editing and motion graphics to create architectural video presentations.
Enhanced skills in AutoCAD. Created layouts for construction documentation. Assisted in site measure-ups.
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Project Portfolio
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Here’s a quick overview of some recent projects: Creating a design that unique to the client’s taste and style. Working within the client’s budget. Selecting furniture and accessories that fit the space and the overall design. T F O L
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Project A: Residential Dwelling
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Brief was to design a 3-bedroom house with study for a family of four. Care was taken to use passive design principles to achieve a high energy rating score.
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Project B: Townhouse Design
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Medium density housing project. Brief was to design four townhouses with good amenities and natural lighting on a compact and sloping site.
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Project C: Commercial Design
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3-storey mixed-use commercial building with retail, cafe, 2 office levels and basement parking. Metallic waveshade facade design to repel the western sun.
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